Dog Groomer — Growth Path, Benefits & Tips

Scenthound Fort Worth Saginaw, TX; Fort Worth (TX); On-site; USD 19,000 - 28,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive hourly base pay, plus tips

Medical, dental, and vision insurance benefits

Merit-based pay increases

Paid Vacation

Career growth path to other leadership positions

Complimentary service membership

Job summary

A pet grooming service in Fort Worth is seeking a passionate Dog Groomer to provide grooming services and maintain high standards of care for clients' pets. The ideal candidate will have at least one year of grooming experience or have graduated from a grooming school and possess knowledge of dog breeds and grooming tools. Responsibilities include adhering to safety protocols and creating a collaborative team environment. Join us if you love dogs and are committed to quality grooming!

Qualifications

• At least one year of grooming experience or graduation from a grooming school.
• Knowledge of dog breeds, care standards, and grooming tools.
• Strength to lift up to 70 pounds; stamina to stand for long periods of time.
• Reliable transportation required.
• Willingness to work in a smoke-free environment.

Responsibilities

• Groom to Scenthound standards.
• Create an environment conducive to learning and teamwork.
• Ensure the safety of dogs and team members at all times.
• Adhere to Scenthound sanitary and cleaning practices.

Skills

Effective communication

Problem-solving

Attention to detail

Time-management

Education

Graduation from a grooming school

Job description

Benefits and Perks:

• Competitive hourly base pay, plus tips
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance benefits
• Merit-based pay increases
• Paid Vacation
• 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