Dog Groomer

Scenthound Tosa, WI; Wauwatosa (WI); On-site; USD 17,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Free uniforms

Opportunity for advancement

Training & development

Merit-based pay increases

Career growth path to other leadership positions

Complimentary service membership

Job summary

A pet grooming service located in Wauwatosa, Wisconsin, is seeking a Dog Groomer to provide grooming services and maintain high standards of care. The ideal candidate has at least a year of grooming experience or is a graduate from a grooming school. Responsibilities include grooming to company standards, ensuring the safety of all dogs, and fostering a team-oriented environment. Applicants should possess strong communication skills and have the physical capability to lift up to 70 pounds. Competitive hourly base pay with additional tips is offered.

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.
• Reliable transportation.
• Willingness to work in a smoke-free environment.

Responsibilities

• Groom to Scenthound standards.
• Create an environment of teamwork and open communication.
• 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.
• Adhere to Scenthound sanitary and cleaning practices
• Perform other tasks and duties as assigned by the Scenter Manager

Skills

Effective communication with team members and dog parents

Problem-solving

Attention to detail

Time-management

Self-critique

Education

Graduation from a grooming school or at least one year of grooming experience

Tools

Grooming tools and equipment

Job description

Benefits

• Competitive salary
• Free uniforms
• Opportunity for advancement
• Training & development

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