Experienced Dog Groomer

Scenthound Corporate Scenters; Waco (TX); On-site; USD 27,552 - 31,684; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Career growth opportunities

Complimentary service membership

In-house training

Job summary

A dog grooming company located in Waco, Texas, is seeking a skilled Dog Groomer to provide quality grooming services. The ideal candidate will have at least one year of grooming experience or relevant education, possess knowledge of dog care standards, and be physically capable of lifting dogs and standing for long periods. This position offers compensation ranging from $20 to $23 per hour and emphasizes a supportive team environment dedicated to the health and well-being of dogs. Join us if you're a compassionate dog lover ready for a fulfilling career!

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.
• Reliable transportation.

Responsibilities

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

Skills

Effective communication

Problem-solving

Time-management

Ability to self-critique

Education

Graduation from a grooming school

Job description

• 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
• Time-management
• Ability to self-critique; hold oneself and others to high standards of grooming

Compensation: $20.00 - $23.00 per hour

Why Should You Join Us?

We advocate for the health and well-being of dogs.

We are one team with one mission. We trust, respect and support one another.

We bring good energy to our work.

We believe in what we do.

We work with purpose. We are driven by a desire to make a positive impact.

In-house training, clear career path, attainable advancement.

"There's room to grow in this company and it's just great to be around people who enjoy the animals as much as you. I look forward to coming to work because I work with great employees and great, great dogs!"