Dog Groomer: Full Time

LH Mercantile, LLC; Naperville (IL); On-site; USD 35,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Tiered commission

Weekly pay

Health insurance

Vision insurance

Dental insurance

Life insurance

401(k)

Paid time off

Flexible spending program

Employee discount

Career advancement

Free grooming training

Job summary

LH Mercantile, LLC is hiring a full-time dog groomer in Naperville, IL. You will groom dogs per client requests and breed standards, maintain sanitary stations, and provide exceptional customer service.

The role offers a tiered commission based on weekly sales, a base hourly rate for a 32+ hour week plus tips, and benefits including health/dental/vision insurance, 401(k), PTO, and discounts. Training and career advancement are available.

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 of 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

Breed-standard cuts

Lifting 50 lbs / standing long hours

Salon safety procedures

Education

Grooming school graduate

Tools

Own grooming tools

Job description

If you have a passion for pets and are looking for a fun, rewarding work environment, come join our Pack!

As a locally owned franchise, we offer the best of both worlds-the structure and resources of a large company combined with the family feel of a neighborhood business. Whether you're starting your career or are an experienced professional groomer ready for a new opportunity, you can find a home with us. Learn more at LHmercantile.com.

Benefits of a Full-time Dog Groomer:

• Tiered commission rate based on weekly sales (starting at 50%)
• Hourly rate is based on a 32+ work week + commissions + tips
• Health, Vision, Dental and Life Insurance
• 401(k) Retirement Savings Plan
• Paid Time Off (PTO
• Flexible Spending Program
• Weekly Paychecks
• Employee Discount
• Career Advancement Opportunities
• Free Grooming Training Access

What You'll Do:

• 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.

What We're Looking For:

• 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 of salon safety procedures and industry standards
• Ability to lift 50 pounds and stand for extended periods

About LH Mercantile:

LH Mercantile, LLC is a franchisee of Pet Supplies Plus that currently has 16 locations throughout the Chicago suburbs and Northwest Indiana. We offer self-service pet washes and full-service grooming and provide curbside pickup, delivery, and autoship services. We offer a wide selection of food, supplies and accessories for dogs, cats, birds, reptiles, fish and small animals. However, we're mostly proud of our knowledgeable team, who love pets and are eager to help pet parents.

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