Experienced Pet Groomer

Vanity Fur Mobile Pet Salons; Chino, Northern (CA, KY); Hybrid; USD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Performance bonus

Flexible schedule

Competitive salary

Paid time off

Advancement opportunities

Job summary

Vanity Fur Mobile Pet Salons seeks an Experienced Pet Groomer to join our dedicated mobile grooming team. Our vans are designed for efficiency and comfort, delivering high‑quality grooming at clients' homes with no shop traffic.

You will groom a variety of breeds, maintain safety, and provide exceptional care, all while enjoying a flexible schedule and a supportive, pet‑loving environment.

Qualifications

• 1+ year of grooming experience with dogs
• Comfort working with all breeds and sizes
• Willingness to learn new techniques
• Strong communication with clients and team
• Safe handling and scissoring skills

Responsibilities

• Groom dogs according to breed and owner preferences
• Bath and dry dogs with efficient techniques
• Inspect skin health and coat condition
• Trim nails safely and manage sanitation
• Drive to client homes and maintain clean mobile unit
• Communicate with clients about grooming needs

Skills

Dog grooming

Attention to detail

Customer communication

Safety-conscious

Job description

Benefits

• Bonus based on performance
• Competitive salary
• Flexible schedule
• Opportunity for advancement
• Paid time off

Role: Experienced Pet Groomer - Join Our Passionate Mobile Pet Grooming Team!

Why Groomers Love Working At Vanity Fur?

• Your mobile grooming route is preset and recurring!
• No sales!
• No up-sales!
• No appointment setting!
• No phone answering!
• On average, a groomer at Vanity Fur will earn between $50,000 and $70,000 per year!
• Base Pay + Commission + Tips!
• A flexible schedule!
• Paid time off to recharge and spend quality time with loved ones
• A positive and fun atmosphere!
• Amazing coworkers and clients!
• Our eye-catching and modern mobile grooming vans set us apart!

About the state-of-the-art Vanity Fur grooming van:

• The ramp makes it easy for large dogs to get in and out of the vehicle
• The electric grooming table goes all the way to the floor of the van. This means no jumping for dogs and no liftingfor groomers
• Our efficient bathing system lets you bathe dogs in a fraction of the time
• Our high-velocity dryers save time drying those thick, dense coats
• Easy-to-drive
• No annoying generator to crank up and keep fueled. Our vans are powered by lithium batteries! Solar-charged!

A day in the life of a Vanity Fur Mobile Pet Groomer:

• Brushing and lightly de-matting or removing matted fur
• Bathing dogs and ensuring their coat is properly dried
• Executing a variety of clipping techniques and styles based on breed and owner preferences
• Thoroughly examining dogs for skin conditions
• Safely trimming nails using a Dremmel
• Maintaining the safety of dogs throughout the grooming process
• Adhering to strict sanitary and cleaning procedures
• Communicating effectively and compassionately with pet owners
• Prioritizing the well‑being of pets by grooming them safely and comfortably
• Working with an average of 5-7 dogs per day
• Minimum 8-hour workdays
• Keeping the mobile unit clean, organized, and stocked
• Driving to clients' houses with short travel time between stops

What are we looking for?

• At least one year of previous experience as a dog grooming technician or in a similar role
• Comfort working with all breeds and sizes of dogs
• Willingness to learn new techniques and engage in continuing education
• Effective communication skills with coworkers and pet owners
• Strong attention to detail to ensure top-notch grooming results
• A genuine passion for working with pets
• Safe and proper scissoring skills
• Experience in a high-volume salon or mobile grooming and knowledge of pet behaviors acquired from such environment
• Familiarity with breed-specific clips is a plus
• Additional experience in cat grooming is highly valued but not required
• Professional communication skills when interacting with our clientele

At Vanity Fur, we are dedicated to providing SAFE & COMFORTABLE pet grooming through our mobile services. As a groomer with us, you'll experience the joy of working for yourself while being part of a supportive team. We believe in fostering a team-oriented environment where everyone helps each other with questions and challenges.

Our groomers have a better experience because the pets have a better experience. Unlike traditional shop environments, our mobile setting eliminates the anxiety-inducing car rides and exposure to other dogs' stress. With our undivided attention focused on one dog at a time, our groomers can deliver exceptional care. We firmly believe that once you go mobile, you won't go back to a shop!