Dog Bather - Groomer in Training

Scenthound Bountiful, UT; Bountiful (UT); On-site; USD 22,041 - 24,796; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Employee discounts

Opportunity for advancement

Training & development

Direct career growth path to Dog Groomer position

Competitive hourly base pay, plus tips

Merit-based pay increases

Complimentary service membership

Job summary

A pet care service provider located in Bountiful, UT, is seeking a Dog Bather / Scent Tech to provide quick and efficient grooming services. Ideal candidates should possess a passion for dog care, be detail-oriented, and have the strength to lift and manage dogs. Responsibilities include cleaning and preparing dogs, communicating effectively with team members and dog parents, and maintaining a safe working environment. This role offers competitive hourly pay and a clear growth path towards becoming a Groomer.

Qualifications

• Strength to lift up to 70 pounds; stamina to stand for long periods of time.
• Ability to read and understand dog cues.
• Reliable transportation.

Responsibilities

• 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 Scenter Manager.

Skills

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

Job description

Benefits

• Employee discounts
• Opportunity for advancement
• Training & development
• Direct career growth path to Dog Groomer position and additional options (Front Desk, Ass. Manager, Manager)
• Competitive hourly base pay, plus tips
• Merit-based pay increases
• Complimentary service membership
• Wage + Tips average $16 - $18/hour.

About the Position

The Dog Bather / Scent Tech is a fundamental position at Scenthound, offering quick and efficient services that meet Scenthound standards.

Requirements

• Strength to lift up to 70 pounds; stamina to stand for long periods of time
• Ability to read and understand dog cues
• Reliable transportation

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 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