Bather (Flexible Working Hours)

Destination Pet; Parker, Northern (CO, KY); Hybrid; USD 22,000 - 30,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Telehealth

401K

Pet Insurance

Job summary

Destination Pet in Parker, CO is seeking a friendly Bather to help wash and prep dogs for grooming. You’ll stand on your feet, handle animals with care, and help maintain a clean, guest-ready grooming area.

No formal experience required—we’ll train the right person. Must lift 50+ lbs and be available evenings, weekends, and holidays to keep pets comfortable and happy.

Qualifications

• Experience with animals is a plus but not required; we’ll train the right person.
• Must be able to lift 50+ lbs and work on your feet for long periods.
• Availability on evenings, weekends, and holidays is required.

Responsibilities

• Bath dogs of all sizes with care and kindness.
• Blow-dry, brush, and prepare dogs for grooming appointments.
• Trim nails and assist groomers as needed; keep the salon clean.

Skills

Animal handling

Customer service

Teamwork

Job description

**Welcome to Destination Pet. We are One Pack- a united team working together to elevate the love and lives of pet families. Our pet-obsessed professionals create a connected care network of trustworthy partners who bring creative innovation every day. We are revolutionizing the pet industry. Join us!**# **We’re currently sniffing out our next Bather at** ***Heritage Pet***Can you handle wet dogs, wagging tails, and the occasional shake-off that soaks your entire shirt—and still smile about it? If you're the type of person who thinks every pup deserves a spa day, we’ve got the hose, the shampoo, and the job for you. At Destination Pet, we’re not just another Pet/Vet care center—we’re a community that lives to elevate the love and lives of pet families. Since 2016, we’ve been serving up best-in-show care from coast to coast with day care, boarding, grooming, training, veterinary services, and more. Whether it's belly rubs or brushing, our goal is simple: make pets feel at home and their humans feel at ease.**** **Perks & Pay:**Telehealth, 401K and Pet InsurancePay starts at **$16.50/hour DOE + tips**Access your earned wages anytime with DailyPay.**** **Reporting To:**General Manager**** **What You Should Know:*** This is an on-your-feet, hands-on, sometimes-sweaty kind of job.* Must be able to lift 50+ lbs (golden retrievers don’t walk themselves to the tub).* Availability on evenings, weekends, and holidays required (pets don’t take days off).* Exposure to cleaning supplies, pet hair, and, ahem, “accidents” is part of the gig.* Must be able to be on feet for the duration of your shift.* Must be able to stand, walk and climb stairs frequently**** **What You Bring to the Table:*** You’re a pet fanatic—muddy paws and all.* Experience working with animals is a plus but not required—we’ll train the right human.* You bring calm vibes to even the wildest wash days.* Time management, patience, and a positive attitude are a must.* Reliable, coachable, and able to work independently or as part of the grooming team.* Comfortable using phones, computers, and facility software.* Familiarity with animal behavior, coat types, or grooming prep is a bonus.**** **What You’ll Be Doing (Besides Dodging Shake-Offs and Flying Fur):*** Bathing dogs of all sizes, breeds, and personalities—with kindness and care.* Blow drying, brushing, and prepping pups for their grooming appointments.* Trimming nails and brushing teeth (after training).* Assisting groomers with whatever they need—holding, fetching, fluffing.* Taking dogs outside for potty breaks.* Keeping the salon clean, sanitized, and guest ready.* Keeping towels washed, stacked, and ready to be immediately unstacked by post-bath zoomies.* Notifying the front desk when pups are fresh and ready to go home.* Helping with check-ins or phone calls when needed— teamwork makes the groom work.* ***Other duties as assigned*****Ready to roll up your sleeves and give every pet a good scrub and a great experience? Bring your love for animals, your sense of humor, and your waterproof shoes. We’ll bring the bubbles.**Primarily looking for someone who can work weekdays 9am-2pm.