Dog Bather Groomer in Training ($15 per hour + Tips)

Scenthound South Naperville, IL; Naperville (IL); On-site; USD 20,664 - 27,552; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Direct career growth path to Dog Groomer position

Competitive hourly base pay, plus tips

Medical, dental, and vision insurance benefits

Merit-based pay increases

Paid Vacation

Complimentary service membership

Job summary

A local dog grooming service in Naperville, IL is seeking a Dog Bather to provide efficient grooming services. The ideal candidate is a compassionate dog lover with attention to detail, looking to advance their career through training opportunities. Responsibilities include bathing, drying, clipping nails, and ensuring the safety of dogs while adhering to sanitation standards. Competitive pay and benefits offered.

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, 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.
• Ensure the safety of dogs and team members at all times.

Skills

Dog Control

Effective communication

Teamwork and collaboration

Problem-solving

Attention to detail

Time-management

Patience

Job description

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
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance benefits
• 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