Dog Bather Groomer in Training

Scenthound Frazer, PA; United States; On-site; USD 17,000 - 25,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Bonus based on performance

Company parties

Competitive salary

Dental insurance

Employee discounts

Flexible schedule

Free uniforms

Health insurance

Opportunity for advancement

Training & development

Merit-based pay increases

Paid Vacation

Complimentary service membership

Job summary

A local pet care company is seeking a Dog Bather to provide essential grooming services for dogs. Responsibilities include cleaning, bathing, and preparing dogs for grooming, ensuring their health and safety. The ideal candidate is a compassionate dog lover with effective teamwork and communication skills. This position offers competitive hourly pay and benefits, with opportunities for advancement into grooming roles. Join us to contribute to maintaining the health and happiness of dogs!

Qualifications

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

Responsibilities

• Clean and prep dogs for grooming.
• Bathe, blow dry, clip nails, clean ears, and express glands.
• Identify health indicators and input them into the app.
• Work as part of a team to complete services.
• Ensure safety of dogs and team members.
• Ensure the safety of dogs and team members at all times.
• 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

Job description

Benefits

• Bonus based on performance
• Company parties
• Competitive salary
• Dental insurance
• Employee discounts
• Flexible schedule
• Free uniforms
• Health insurance
• 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
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance benefits (for full time position)
• 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

Position Requirements

• 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 practicesPerform 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