Pet Groomer - Full Time

Meyers Pet Care•Belvidere, IL

1d•Onsite

About The Position

We have a Full-Time opportunity for a Stylist experienced in professional dog and cat grooming to join our growing company at our Belvidere location. Pet Styling is one of the cores of our services and this position requires caring for all aspects of a pet's styling experience during its appointment. We are a family owned local business with over 30 years of experience and a good leadership team to help teach and challenge your growth. Strong attention to detail and a team player attitude are required, as is your love for pets! This person is responsible for the safety, final trim and balance of the pet's look. Applicants must be responsible, punctual and dependable. You must be able to handle dogs of all sizes without being afraid of them and without allowing them to control you. Must be willing to maintain the highest standards in cleanliness and equipment maintenance. There will be opportunities for advancement, if you excel.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent
Previous experience in a pet salon, veterinary setting or pet care environment
Excellent work history and references
Detail oriented
Computer literate with ability to use in-house software, e-mail, Word and Excel spreadsheets in a professional setting
knowledgeable in all trims of all breeds and good hand scissoring skills
Genuine liking for people with a desire to make the customer experience and the employee work experience pleasant, welcoming, and memorable.
Be able to lift 35 lbs.
At least 2 years of full time dog and cat grooming, scissoring experience
Good dog handling

Nice To Haves

professional dog and cat grooming experience

Responsibilities

bathing, drying, brushing and knowledge of all coat types
perform specialized spa treatment
ear cleaning
nail trimming/filing
final grooming elements of the pets
cleaning and some opening and closing duties
Note and notify staff of any abnormal signs or behaviors animals may display, ( know signs of distress and common diseases) ask questions, there are never too many questions when animals well-beings are at stake.
Demonstrate positive attitude towards pets, co-workers, and customers. Passion for animals. Humanely and gently handle animals at all times.
Having the ability to read an animal and it’s behavior, know when animal is stressed, agitated, aggressive, friendly, submissive etc. Never put oneself or others at risk.
Communicating and connecting company mission and values to daily operations