Dog Bather Groomer in Training

Scenthound Mansfield The Grove, TX; Mansfield (TX); On-site; USD 16,531 - 24,796; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Bonus based on performance

Employee discounts

Free food & snacks

Free uniforms

Competitive hourly base pay, plus tips

Paid Vacation

Complimentary service membership

Job summary

A local dog care service in Mansfield is seeking a passionate Dog Bather. This role involves cleaning and preparing dogs for grooming and requires physical strength and reliability. Ideal candidates are adaptable and enjoy working with animals. Join us to grow your career towards becoming a Dog Groomer.

Qualifications

• 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.

Responsibilities

• Clean and/or prep dogs for grooming.
• Bathe, blow dry, clip nails, clean ears, brush coat.
• Identify dog’s health indicators and input into app.
• Ensure safety of dogs and team members.

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

Job description

Benefits

• Bonus based on performance
• Employee discounts
• Free food & snacks
• Free uniforms
• Perks and Benefits: 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
• Paid Vacation
• Complimentary service membership

About the Position

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

The 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 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