Dog Groomer

Scenthound Jacksonville Glen Kernan, FL; Jacksonville (FL); On-site; USD 17,000 - 28,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Employee discounts

Opportunity for advancement

Training & development

Competitive hourly base pay, plus tips

Merit-based pay increases

Career growth path to other leadership

Complimentary service membership

Job summary

Scenthound Jacksonville Glen Kernan, FL is seeking a Dog Groomer to provide grooming services and maintain high grooming standards for clients. The role emphasizes knowledge of breeds, care standards, and the tools of the trade within a supportive team.

This position requires at least one year of grooming experience or graduation from a grooming school, with the ability to lift up to 70 pounds and work in a smoke-free environment.

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 long periods of time.
• Reliable transportation
• Willingness to work in a smoke-free environment.

Responsibilities

• Groom to Scenthound standards.
• Puppy cuts with one length all-over and 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 as assigned by the Center Manager.

Skills

Grooming knowledge

Team communication

Attention to detail

Education

Grooming school graduation or certification

Tools

Grooming tools

Job description

Benefits:

• Employee discounts
• Opportunity for advancement
• Training & development

One year grooming experience required.

Benefits and Perks:

• Competitive hourly base pay, plus tips
• Merit-based pay increases
• 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!

Tasks

• 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