Dog Bather

Scenthound Sugar Land, TX; Missouri City (TX); On-site; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Employee discounts

Free uniforms

Opportunity for advancement

Competitive hourly base pay plus tips

Merit-based pay increases

Job summary

A local pet grooming service in Missouri City is seeking a Dog Bather to provide quick and efficient grooming services. The ideal candidate is passionate about dogs, resilient, and a team player. This position offers competitive hourly pay, employee discounts, and a clear career advancement path to a Dog Groomer. Applicants must be able to lift 70 pounds and be reliable in a smoke-free environment.

Qualifications

• Strength to lift up to 70 pounds; stamina to stand for long periods.
• Reliable transportation required.
• Willingness to work in a smoke-free environment.

Responsibilities

• Clean and/or prep dogs for grooming.
• Bathe, blow dry, clip nails, clean ears, and brush coat.
• Identify the dog’s health indicators.

Skills

Dog Control

Effective communication with team members and dog parents

Teamwork and collaboration

Problem-solving

Attention to detail

Time-management

Patience

Job description

Benefits:

Employee discounts

Free uniforms

Opportunity for advancement

Perks and Benefits:

Direct career growth path to Dog Groomer position

Competitive hourly base pay, plus tips

Merit-based pay increases

About the Position:

The Dog Bather is a fundamental position at Scenthound, offering quick and efficient services that meet Scenthound

This position requires:

Strength to lift up to 70 pounds; stamina to stand for long periods of time

Reliable transportation

Willingness to work in a smoke-free environment

Who We Are Looking For:

We are searching for a detail-oriented team member who has a passion for keeping dogs clean and healthy! A successful Dog Bather is resilient, perceptive, patient, adaptable, and a compassionate dog lover! We are looking for a motivated team member who wants to advance their career through our training path to become a Scenthound Groomer!

Tasks:

Clean and/ or prep dogs for grooming, according to the order ticket

Bathe, blow dry, clip/ grind nails, clean ears, brush coat, clean teeth, express glands

Identify the dog’s health indicators and input them into a S.C.E.N.T. Check app

Work on a team to complete the services ordered

Assist others/ Ask others for assistance when needed to keep Scenter on schedule

Ensure the safety of dogs and team members at all times

Adhere to Scenthound sanitary and cleaning practices

Perform other tasks and duties as assigned by the Lead Bather and Scenter Manager

Skills and Abilities:

Dog Control

Effective communication with team members and dog parents

Teamwork and collaboration

Problem-solving

Attention to detail

Time-management

Patience

Ability to self-critique; hold oneself and others to Scenthound standards