Dog Bather Groomer in Training

Scenthound Salt Lake City, UT; Sandy (UT); On-site; USD 17,000 - 22,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Career path to Groomer

Competitive hourly pay plus tips

Merit-based pay increases

Paid time off

Training & development

Free uniforms

Complimentary service membership

Job summary

Scenthound Salt Lake City, UT is hiring a Dog Bather to deliver quick grooming prep and support for the grooming team. This entry-level role offers hands-on training and a clear path to becoming a Scenthound Groomer.

You will bathe, trim nails, clean ears, brush coats, and help keep the shop clean and safe. A reliable team member with strong physical stamina fits well here. We offer paid time off, uniforms, and opportunities for advancement.

Qualifications

• Must be able to lift up to 70 pounds.
• Reliable transportation.
• Willingness to work in a smoke-free environment.

Responsibilities

• Clean and prep dogs for grooming.
• Bathe, blow dry, clip nails, clean ears, brush coat, express glands.
• Input dog health indicators into the S.C.E.N.T. Check app.

Skills

Dog Control

Communication

Teamwork

Problem solving

Attention to detail

Time management

Patience

Self-critique

Job description

Benefits:

• Competitive salary
• Employee discounts
• Flexible schedule
• Free uniforms
• Opportunity for advancement
• Paid time off
• Training & development

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

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 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