Groomer (Commission Based Career Opportunity)

Destination Pet; West Hartford (CT); On-site; USD 35,000 - 55,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, Vision

DailyPay access

Discounted Pet Insurance (1 pet)

Job summary

Destination Pet in West Hartford, CT, is seeking a groomer for a commission-based career opportunity. The role requires professional grooming experience and the ability to lift 50 lbs, work with a variety of breeds, and communicate clearly with clients and teammates.

The position offers 50% commission (40% with a bather), discounts on services, and full-time benefits including medical, dental, vision, Life, Disability, 401K Match, and more.

Qualifications

• Professional grooming experience is required.
• Ability to lift 50 lbs, stand long periods, and handle large or nervous dogs safely.
• Experience communicating with clients and teammates about grooming needs.

Responsibilities

• Snipping, shaping, and styling pets according to owner preferences or breed standards.
• Trimming nails, cleaning ears, brushing teeth, and tidying the tail end.
• Bathing dogs or coordinating with bathers to prep pets for grooming.

Skills

Grooming experience

Time management

Customer-first mindset

Clear communication

Animal handling

Job description

## Groomer (Commission Based Career Opportunity)Apply: Uber Dog- West Harford, CT: Full time: Posted Today: JR109243**Welcome to Destination Pet. We are One Pack- a united team working together to elevate the love and lives of pet families. Our pet-obsessed professionals create a connected care network of trustworthy partners who bring creative innovation every day. We are revolutionizing the pet industry. Join us!**# **We’re currently sniffing out our next Groomer at*****Uberdog.***Do you dream in coat types and clipper guards? Can you turn a scruffy pup into a showstopper and chat kindly with the owner of a matted doodle who says, “Just a trim”? Come take your place alongside a team who care hard, laugh often, and leave no tail untamed. At Destination Pet, we’re not just another Pet/Vet care center—we’re a community built on belly rubs, breed standards, and a belief that every pet deserves to look (and feel) their best. Since 2016, we’ve been elevating the love and lives of pet families across the country with top-tier care that includes grooming, daycare, boarding, veterinary services, training, and more.**** **Perks & Pay:*** # 50% commission (or 40% if you're working with a bather)* 30% commission on basic baths (if applicable)* Discounts on pet services like boarding, daycare, training, and more* 20% off veterinary care at Destination Pet facilities* Professional equipment provided—and sharpened twice a year on our dime* Flexible scheduling and quality-over-quantity expectations* Continuing education support for seminars, expos, and advanced techniques* Full-time benefits include Medical, Dental, Vision, Mental Health, Life, Disability, 401K Match, and Discounted Pet Insurance (1 pet)* PTO for full-time employees + part-time benefit options available* Career growth opportunities within the Destination Pet network* Access your earned wages anytime with **DailyPay.**** Reporting To:**General Manager** What You Should Know:*** Professional grooming experience is **required.*** Must be able to lift 50 lbs, stand for long periods, and manage large or nervous dogs safely.* Exposure to fur, cleaning chemicals, wet pups, ahem, “accidents” and unpredictable zoomies is guaranteed.* Must be able to work in a physically active environment with heat, cold, water, and noise.** What You Bring to the Table:*** Proven experience grooming a wide range of breeds and coat types.* Time management, attention to detail, and a customer-first mindset.* Familiarity with pet behavior, stress signals, and safe handling practices.* You communicate clearly—with clients, teammates, and even the pets.* Reliable, calm under pressure, and excited to keep learning.* You love animals and treat each one like they’re your own.** What You’ll Be Doing (Besides Making Dogs Look Fur-bulous):*** Snipping, shaping, and styling pets based on owner preferences or breed standards.* Trimming nails, cleaning ears, brushing teeth, and tidying up the tail end.* Bathing dogs (or working with bathers to prep pets for grooming).* Chatting with pet parents about grooming needs, coat care, and what’s trending in tails.* Keeping your station neat, your tools sharp, and your vibe fresh.* Tagging in the front desk when pups are fluffed, puffed, and ready for pickup.* Providing a calm, kind, safe experience for every animal in your care.* Representing Destination Pet’s values of compassion, quality, and community.**Ready to make the world fluffier, one pup at a time? If you're all about clean cuts, calm pups, and a crew that has your back—it's time to join our pack!**