Pet Bather - Dripping Springs

Pet Paradise • Austin, TX

4d • 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. This role is crucial in ensuring pets receive excellent care and attention while at our facility. The Pet Bather assists the grooming department with baths prior to scheduled grooms and provides "go-home" baths as requested by clients or management. The position also involves performing tasks such as nail trims, teeth brushing, and ear cleaning under proper training, always prioritizing the safety and comfort of the animals. Pet Paradise is a full-service pet care destination dedicated to giving pet parents access to all the premium care they need to give their furry family member the happiest, healthiest, longest life possible. The Pet Paradise brand has grown to offer resort-style pet day camp and care, professional pet grooming, low-stress and high-quality veterinary care, and of course, overnight boarding that feels like home, all under one roof. Located in ten states with more than 60 locations in operation or under development, Pet Paradise continues to expand in the United States.

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
• Providing "go-home" baths as requested by clients or management
• 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
• 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 for leadership training and management opportunities
• Dog Training Academy with a scholarship to become a certified Dog Trainer
• Grooming Academy with a scholarship to become a certified Professional Pet Groomer
• Complimentary Pet Day Camp
• 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