CityVet Crabtree Groomer- Associate

CityVet; Raleigh (NC); On-site; USD 21,000 - 34,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) with 4% employer match

Health, Dental, Vision Insurance

Disability and Life Insurance

Paid time off and floating holidays

Flexible schedules

Free telemedicine for full-time staff

Employee Discount Program

Job summary

CityVet is seeking a Pet Groomer to join our team. The Groomer will maintain animals’ appearance per client requests and build lasting client relationships through high-quality grooming services, including bathing and nail care.

A day in the life includes scheduling, documenting client preferences, and mentoring bathing staff while ensuring safe handling and adherence to grooming standards. The position starts hourly with potential commission after one year.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 1+ years of grooming experience or formal instruction from a grooming program
• Must be at least 18 years old
• Ability to restrain animals safely

Responsibilities

• Manage the grooming schedule to coordinate client needs with staff availability, aiming for 10-12 grooms per day with bathing, or 6 grooms without bathing
• Communicate with clients to document grooming preferences and animal habits in electronic records
• Train, supervise and develop bathing team members in grooming policies and best practices

Skills

Grooming expertise

Client communication

Animal handling

Job description

At CityVet, care is personal. It’s the way we care for our patients, connect with our clients, and support one another. Our vet-led clinics are built around people who are passionate about making a difference and empowered to provide care in a way that feels authentic to them. When you join CityVet, you’re joining a team that values who you are, invests in where you want to go, and believes the best care starts with people who truly care. That’s Your Kind of Care.

CityVet is looking for Pet Groomers to join our team!

The Groomer is responsible for maintaining the animal’s physical appearance by meeting the expectations and requests communicated by the client. It is the Groomer’s responsibility to establish and cultivate lasting client relationships by providing high‑quality grooming services such as bathing, bathing supervision, nail trims, ear cleanings, anal gland expression and haircuts.

A day in the life:

• Manage the grooming schedule to efficiently coordinate the demand of the client’s needs with the availability of the grooming staff, leading to an average completion of 10-12 grooms per day (w/bathing assistance) OR 6 grooms a day (w/o bathing assistance).
• Perform thorough client communication when establishing and maintaining electronic records, including client preferences or instructions for grooming, animal’s habits and sensitivities, and any other personal preferences or requests from the client.
• Properly train, supervise and develop all bathing team members on proper bathing policies and work to develop their skills in a positive manner on an ongoing basis.
• At least 18 years of age at the time of hire
• Understanding and ability to properly and safely restrain animals
• A minimum of 1+ years of experience as a Groomer, Groomers Apprentice or has received formal instruction from a reputable grooming program is required

This is an hourly position that transitions to commission on or before one year of employment, based on business needs.

Caring For You

We know that caring for people and their pets requires energy, empathy, and resilience, so we make it a priority to care for our people by investing in programs, resources, and benefits that support their professional and personal well‑being. Eligible Team Members may choose from a range of benefits that help support them and their families through every stage of life.

• Investment in Your Future. A 401(k) retirement savings plan with a 4% employer match, a Health Savings Account option, and growth opportunities.
• Work-Life Balance.Enjoy paid time off and floating holidays, flexible schedules, and paid parental leave.
• Exceptional Health and Supplemental Benefits. Health, Dental (+Adult Ortho option!), Vision, Disability, & Life Insurance, Personal Pet‑Care Program, Employee Discount Program.
• Care When You Need It. We provide free telemedicine for all full‑time team members and their families, as well as comprehensive in‑the‑moment mental health benefits through our robust Employee Assistance Program.

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Qualified resume submissions are considered for employment without regard to race, religion, sex, national origin, marital status, sexual orientation, veteran status, or disability. If you choose to complete this survey, your responses will be kept confidential. Completion of this form is VOLUNTARY and your decision not to complete it will NOT preclude you from employment consideration.

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