Pet Bather

Green Beagle Lodge•Chapel Hill, NC

4d•Onsite

About The Position

This position focuses on bathing and basic coat care for dogs of all breeds, coat types, sizes, and temperaments. Responsibilities include bathing, drying, brushing, ear cleaning, and monitoring dogs for health or skin concerns. The role requires maintaining a clean bathing area and equipment, and collaborating with other teams to ensure dogs are ready for pickup on time. Safety procedures and handling protocols must be followed. This is a physically active role requiring standing for long periods, lifting, bending, and working in a wet environment while handling dogs weighing anywhere from 5 to 150 pounds.

Requirements

Genuine love for dogs and animal welfare.
Comfortable handling dogs of all sizes and temperaments.
Patient, gentle, and attentive while working with animals.
Reliable, punctual, and detail-oriented.
Positive attitude and willingness to learn.
Comfortable working in a fast-paced environment.
Ability to work independently while also being a strong team player.
Ability to stand for long periods, lift, bend, and work in a wet environment while handling dogs weighing anywhere from 5 to 150 pounds.

Nice To Haves

Previous bathing, grooming, or animal care experience is a plus but not required.

Responsibilities

Bathe dogs of all breeds, coat types, sizes, and temperaments.
Thoroughly dry dogs using towels, dryers, and safe handling techniques.
Brush coats to remove loose hair and minor tangles.
Clean ears and perform other basic bathing services as assigned.
Safely handle dogs throughout the bathing process.
Monitor dogs for any health or skin concerns and communicate observations to leadership.
Maintain a clean, organized, and sanitized bathing area.
Properly clean and maintain bathing equipment and tools.
Work closely with the Grooming, Pet Care, and Client Care teams to ensure dogs are ready for pickup on time.
Follow all company safety procedures and handling protocols.