Groomer (Commission Based Flexible Working Hours)

Destination Pet; Arlington (TN); Hybrid; USD 40,000 - 60,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

50% commission

Discounts on services

Dental/Health insurance

401k

DailyPay

Professional equipment

Continuing education

Scheduling flexibility

Job summary

Destination Pet is seeking a skilled groomer to join our team. If you excel at grooming dogs to breed standards and owner preferences, we want you on our pack. The role involves trimming, bathing coordination, and maintaining a calm, friendly client experience.

With 3+ years of grooming experience, you will work a 3–4 day schedule plus Saturdays, lifting 50 lbs as needed and upholding safety for all pets in our care. Join a community-focused network committed to compassionate care.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of professional grooming experience.
• Ability to lift 50 lbs and stand for long periods.
• Comfort working with large or nervous dogs and in a busy environment.

Responsibilities

• Grooming pets according to breed standards or owner preferences.
• Trim nails, clean ears, brush teeth, and tidy tail areas.
• Bathe dogs or coordinate with bathers for prep.
• Engage with pet parents and explain grooming needs and care tips.

Skills

Grooming experience

Job description

**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*****BrownDog Lodge Veterinary Clinic.***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* Telehealth , 401k and Pet Insurance* Career growth opportunities within the Destination Pet network* Access your earned wages anytime with **DailyPay.**** Reporting To:**General Manager** What You Should Know:*** **3+ Years 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!**# Scheduled 3-4 days per week plus Saturdays