Dog Groomer

Scenthound Coon Rapids, MN; Coon Rapids (MN); On-site; USD 20,664 - 34,440; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Employee discounts

Flexible schedule

Free uniforms

Paid time off

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

Merit-based pay increases

Career growth path

Complimentary service membership

Job summary

A local pet care service in Coon Rapids is seeking a Dog Groomer. The role involves providing grooming services, ensuring safety standards, and adhering to specific grooming practices. Candidates should have at least one year of grooming experience and possess strong communication skills. This position offers competitive pay and various employee benefits such as flexible scheduling and paid time off.

Qualifications

• At least one year of grooming experience or graduation from a grooming school.
• Knowledge of dog breeds, care standards, and tools of the trade.
• 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

• Groom to Scenthound standards.
• Create an environment conducive to learning and teamwork.
• Ensure the safety of dogs and team members at all times.
• Adhere to Scenthound sanitary and cleaning practices.
• Perform other tasks as assigned by the Scenter Manager.

Skills

Effective communication

Problem-solving

Attention to detail

Time-management

Ability to self-critique

Education

Graduation from a grooming school

Tools

Grooming tools

Job description

Benefits

• Employee discounts
• Flexible schedule
• Free uniforms
• Paid time off
• Benefits and Perks:
• Competitive hourly base pay, plus tips
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance benefits
• Merit-based pay increases
• Paid Vacation
• Career growth path to other leadership positions
• Complimentary service membership

About the Position

The Dog Groomer is an integral position at Scenthound, offering grooming knowledge and providing grooming services to clients.

This Dog Groomer position requires:

• At least one year of grooming experience or graduation from a grooming school
• Knowledge of dog breeds, care standards, and tools of the trade
• 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 confident dog groomer who loves to groom dogs! A successful Dog Groomer is knowledgeable, perceptive, patient, adaptable, and a compassionate dog lover! We are looking for a motivated groomer to join our team!

Responsibilities

• Groom to Scenthound standards.
• All we do are puppy cuts; one length all-over with a neat face
• Create an environment conducive to learning, open communication, and teamwork
• Identify when/ where help is needed and provide assistance 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

• Effective communication with team members and dog parents
• Problem-solving
• Attention to detail
• Time-management
• Ability to self-critique; hold oneself and others to high standards of grooming