Bather FT

JM Pet Resort & Veterinary Clinic; Brockton (MA); On-site; USD 26,000 - 28,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k)

401(k) matching

Dental Insurance

Health Insurance

Life Insurance

Vision Insurance

Employee Discount

Paid Time Off

Job summary

JM Pet Resort & Veterinary Clinic in Brockton, MA is seeking a full-time Dog Bather to join our grooming team. You will bathe, dry, and care for dogs of all sizes while maintaining safety and high-quality service.

The ideal candidate has prior bathing/grooming experience, can work weekends, and is reliable with strong attention to detail. We offer a supportive team and a culture of growth.

Qualifications

• Previous professional dog bathing/grooming experience required.
• Comfortable handling dogs of all sizes, breeds, and temperaments.
• Nail trimming and basic grooming services experience.

Responsibilities

• Bathing and drying dogs using proper grooming techniques.
• Nail trimming and basic paw care.
• Ear cleaning and other basic bathing services.
• Brushing, de-shedding, and coat preparation.
• Handling dogs safely and compassionately throughout the grooming process.
• Maintaining a clean, organized, and sanitary bathing area.
• Working efficiently while providing excellent care and customer service.
• Assisting the grooming team as needed.

Skills

Dog grooming experience

Dog handling

Nail trimming

Team collaboration

Education

High school diploma

Grooming certification (plus)

Pet first aid/CPR (plus)

Job description

Bather FT

JM Pet Resort & Veterinary Clinic Brockton, Massachusetts, United States

About this position

About JM Pet Resort & Veterinary Clinic

Our mission is to support lifelong harmonious relationships between people and their pets. As experts in our field, we offer trusted guidance to pet parents and support them through all ages and stages while delivering 360° of Happy Health® to their beloved pets. We strive to empower a creative team of individuals in building careers in animal care where they feel valued, inspired, and live in a culture of recognition and growth.

Why Join Us:

At JM Pet Resort and Veterinary Clinic, you'll be part of a supportive, collaborative team that values both pets and people. We offer opportunities to grow, make a difference in the lives of animals, and help clients feel confident in their pets' car e.

Job Summary

We are looking for an experienced, dependable, and animal-loving Full-Time Dog Bather to join our grooming team. The ideal candidate is comfortable working with dogs of all breeds, sizes, and temperaments and takes pride in providing safe, thorough, and high-quality bathing services.

• Bathing and drying dogs using proper grooming techniques
• Nail trimming and basic paw care
• Ear cleaning and other basic bathing services
• Brushing, de-shedding, and coat preparation
• Handling dogs safely and compassionately throughout the grooming process
• Maintaining a clean, organized, and sanitary bathing area
• Working efficiently while providing excellent care and customer service
• Assisting the grooming team as needed

Qualifications

• Previous professional dog bathing/grooming experience required
• Comfortable handling dogs of all sizes, breeds, and temperaments
• Experience with nail trimming and basic grooming services
• Reliable, hardworking, and able to work as part of a team
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to animal safety
• Full-time availability, including weekends, is required

Education

• High school diploma or equivalent preferred
• Formal grooming education or certification is a plus
• Pet first aid/CPR certification is a plus

Computer Skills

• Must be able to learn and efficiently use company software
• Must be able to learn new technology in accordance with business needs

Physical Demands

• Position requires a person to be both indoors and outdoors regardless of the weather
• Majority of the day is spent standing, walking, bending, kneeling, stooping, crouching, crawling, and climbing
• Must be able to lift 50 pounds regularly, up to 100 pounds with assist
• Must be comfortable working with a wide variety of animals including small and large dogs
• Must be able to work around pet hair and dander
• Must be able to climb 2 flights of stairs multiple times per day

Working Conditions

• Potential exposure to dog and cat bites
• Potential exposure to contagious disease or infection
• Exposure to contaminants
• Exposure to extreme weather (i.e. heat and cold)
• Must work around pet hair and dander

Disclaimer

The above information has been designed to indicate the general nature of work performed by employees within this classification. It is not designed to contain or to be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities and qualifications required of employees assigned to this job. Management reserves the right to revise the job description or require that other tasks be performed or deleted in accordance with business needs.

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental Insurance
• Health Insurance
• Life Insurance
• Vision Insurance
• Employee Discount
• Paid Time Off

Pay Range:

19 - 20 USD per hour(Brockton)