Dog Groomer

tumblefreshlaundry; South Saint Paul (MN); On-site; USD 23,000 - 32,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible hours

Competitive wages

Medical coverage

Dental

Vision

Life/Disability

Paid vacation

Education reimbursement

Employee discount program

401K

ESST MN positions

Employee Assistance program

Commision pay (not applicable in all)

Job summary

Pet Fresh is seeking a Groomer to provide high-quality grooming services for dogs and other pets. You will work with pet parents to recommend services and showcase your grooming skills, delivering a 5-star experience.

The role emphasizes independence, a love for animals, and the ability to handle various temperaments. Compensation starts at $20 per hour with growth opportunities and benefits including health coverage and paid vacation.

Qualifications

• 1+ Years of experience in pet grooming.
• 1+ years of experience in customer service.
• Dog grooming: 3+ years preferred.
• Must be 18 years or older.
• Grooming tools and equipment in good working condition.
• Knowledgeable in breed standard grooms.
• Willingness to be educated about the products and services offered.
• Ability to work a flexible schedule to meet the needs of the business, including evenings and weekends.
• Excellent active listening and customer service skills.
• Grooming certification preferred.

Responsibilities

• Complete superior grooms (bathing, brushing, blow drying, de-matting, cutting or trimming hair/fur, gland expression, teeth brushing, nail clipping and grinding, and other specialty services).
• Provide a thorough hands-on pet check-in and check-out process for each pet and parent.
• Positively interact with pet parents in person, via phone/app.
• Maintain a clean work environment.
• Advise owners on at-home care tips and best practices for their pets.
• Create loyal long-term relationships with pet owners.

Skills

Pet grooming

Customer service

Time management

Flexible schedule

Grooming certification

Tools

Grooming tools

Job description

Groomer

Job Description:

Wage From $20 +

At Pet Fresh, it’s the little things that count or little paws! As a Groomer with us, you will be able to show off your knowledge and expertise to our pet parents and recommend the best services for their fur babies as well as display your oh so wonderful skills.

The ideal candidate for this position is an animal lover looking to make a difference in the lives of our four-legged friends and their parents! Our number 1 goal is to deliver a 5-star grooming experience! If you are an expert at working independently and love handling different types of animals with different temperaments, this is just the job for you!

Perks of the Job:

• Choose your own hours
• Competitive wages
• Medical/prescription coverage
• Dental
• Vision
• Life/Disability
• Paid vacation
• ESST (MN positions)
• 401K
• Employee discount program
• Education reimbursement
• Employee Assistance program
• Commission pay (not applicable in all positions)
• Car allowance (not applicable in all positions)
• ALL booking software, equipment and soap will be provided.

Responsibilities may include, but not limited to:

• Complete superior grooms (e.g. bathing, brushing, blow drying, de-matting, cutting or trimming hair/fur, gland expression, teeth brushing, nail clipping and grinding, and other specialty services)
• Provide a thorough hands-on pet check-in and check-out process for each pe and pet parent.
• Positively interact with pet parents in‑person, via phone/mobile app providing them with proactive communication and exceptional services
• Maintain a clean work environment
• Advise owners on at‑home care tips and best practices for their pets.
• Create loyal long‑term relationships with pet owners.

Physical Demands

• Ability to stand for long periods of time
• Ability to lift up to 60 lbs.
• Must be comfortable with working with a wide variety of animals
• Must be able to work around pet hair and dander
• Ability to lift, bend, and reach to perform the duties of your job

Skills and Qualifications

• 1+ Years of experience in pet grooming
• 1+ Experience in customer service
• Dog Grooming: 3+ year (Preferred)
• Must be 18 years or older.
• Grooming tools and equipment in good working condition
• Passion for dog grooming and the well‑being of pets.
• Knowledgeable in breed standard grooms.
• Skills in scissoring, general cleaning, nail trimming, styling, and all other pet grooming functions.
• Willingness to be educated about the products and services offered.
• Ability to work a flexible schedule to meet the needs of the business, which will require evening and weekend shifts.
• Exceptional active‑listening and customer service skills.
• Good time management skills.
• Grooming certification preferred