Dog Groomer: Flexible Schedule, Training & Growth

LH Mercantile; Naperville (IL); On-site; USD 21,000 - 34,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Tiered commission (starting at 50%)

Hourly base + commissions + tips

Health, Vision, Dental, Life Insurance

401(k) Retirement Savings

PTO

Flexible Spending Program

Weekly Paychecks

Employee Discount

Career Advancement

Free Grooming Training Access

Job summary

LH Mercantile, LLC is a locally owned franchise offering full-service grooming with a team-driven, pet-loving environment in Naperville, IL. The role focuses on grooming pets per requests and breed standards, delivering calm care and professional styling while maintaining a clean, safe grooming area.

Groomers should be prepared with personal grooming tools and bring experience or formal training. LH Mercantile highlights opportunities for career advancement and weekly pay with benefits.

Qualifications

• Graduate of a grooming school OR 2+ years of professional grooming experience.
• Proficiency in breed-standard cuts and grooming techniques.
• Must supply your own professional grooming tools.
• Adherence to salon safety procedures and industry standards.
• Ability to lift 50 pounds and stand for extended periods.

Responsibilities

• Perform grooming and styling per pet parent requests and breed standards with consistency and professionalism.
• Complete all aspects of grooming (brushing, bathing, nail trims, etc.) to ensure pets look and feel their best.
• Monitor pets in your care, follow handling best practices, and respond appropriately to signs of stress or health concerns.
• Build trust with neighbors by providing excellent service, clear communication, and thoughtful product/service recommendations.
• Keep grooming areas sanitary, organized, and inviting in alignment with safety and animal care standards.

Skills

Grooming Proficiency

Breed Cuts

Customer Service

Education

Grooming School Diploma

Tools

Grooming Tools

Job description

LH Mercantile, LLC is a locally owned franchise offering full-service grooming with a team-driven, pet-loving environment in Naperville, IL. The role focuses on grooming pets per requests and breed standards, delivering calm care and professional styling while maintaining a clean, safe grooming area.

Groomers should be prepared with personal grooming tools and bring experience or formal training. LH Mercantile highlights opportunities for career advancement and weekly pay with benefits.