Groomer (Commission Based Flexible Working Hours)

Destination Pet; La Crosse (WI); Hybrid; USD 21,000 - 30,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

50% commission

30% commission on baths

Discounts on services

20% off veterinary care

Job summary

Destination Pet in La Crosse seeks an experienced groomer for a part-time role on Fridays, Saturdays, and Sundays. You will snip, shape, and style dogs to owner preferences and breed standards, trim nails, clean ears, and help with baths. Maintain a clean station and chat with pet parents about grooming needs and coat care.

Strong grooming experience is required, with the ability to lift up to 50 lbs and handle large or nervous dogs safely. Join a caring team that prioritizes pets and community.

Qualifications

• Professional grooming experience is required.
• Must be able to lift up to 50 lbs, stand for long periods, and safely manage large or nervous dogs.

Responsibilities

• Snipping, shaping, and styling pets based on owner preferences or breed standards.
• Nail trimming, ear cleaning, brushing teeth, and tidying the tail area.
• Bathing dogs (or coordinating with bathers to prep pets for grooming).
• Chatting with pet parents about grooming needs, coat care, and trends in tails.
• Keep station neat, tools sharp, and maintain a positive vibe.
• Representing Destination Pet’s values of compassion, quality, and community.

Skills

Professional grooming experience

Customer service

Able to lift 50 lbs

Stand for long periods

Safe handling large dogs

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*****Pet Me Scratch Me - La Crosse.***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:*** 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!**# Part-time grooming position. Shifts Friday, Saturday and Sunday only. Fridays (8am-5pm), Saturdays and Sundays (9am-4pm).