Pet Bather / Groomer Trainee - St Augustine

Pet Paradise • Saint Augustine, FL

9d • Onsite

About The Position

Pet Paradise is looking for an individual with a passion for pets to join our team as a Pet Bather for our four-legged friends. We are seeking an individual who would love to grow their career and become a groomer through our grooming academy. As a groomer trainee you will be eligible for entry into our grooming academy with a scholarship to become an in-house groomer.

Requirements

• Ability to handle a variety of animals safely and comfortably; prior animal handling experience highly preferred
• Must have the physical strength, mobility, and stamina to lift or move heavy pets or objects from time to time
• Ability to calmly handle and bathe pets that may be scared or show hesitation
• Strong written and verbal communication skills, and attention to detail
• Flexibility to resort schedule needs including days, night, weekends, holidays, and peak times

Responsibilities

• Assisting the grooming department with baths prior to scheduled grooms
• Being responsible for providing "go-home" baths as requested by clients or management
• May be tasked with performing nail trims, brushing teeth, and cleaning ears in a safe manner as trained
• Properly securing and reassuring the pets to ensure optimal safety and comfort
• Responsible for keeping bathing stations clean and having tools cleaned and ready for next use
• Asking for assistance immediately if a pet demonstrates unusual stress
• Performing other duties as assigned

Benefits

• Opportunity for ADVANCEMENT!
• Unleashed Leadership Academy
• Dog Training Academy, with a scholarship to become a certified Dog Trainer (aka Canine Behavior Specialist)!
• Grooming Academy, with a scholarship to become a certified Professional Pet Groomer!
• Complimentary Pet Day Camp – Bring your dog with you to work!
• 30 Days of Complimentary Pet Boarding (non-holidays)
• Eligible for TIPS!
• On-demand pay with DailyPay
• Discounted Veterinary Care and Grooming Services (per location)
• Dog/Cat Adoption Assistance
• Fitness Reimbursement
• Paid Time Off (both full-time and part-time status)
• 401(k) Savings Plan with Company Match
• Health, Dental and Vision Insurance (full-time status)
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP) with added mental health benefit, available to all employees

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed