Groomer: Elevate Coats & Client Care with Flexible Scheduling

destinationpet; Duluth (MN); Hybrid; USD 36,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

50% commission

30% commission on baths

Discounts on services

20% off veterinary care

Professional equipment provided

Flexible scheduling

Continued education support

DailyPay access

401K

Pet insurance discount

Career growth

DailyPay

Job summary

Destination Pet is seeking a Groomer for Canal Bark in Minnesota. You will groom a variety of breeds, talk with owners, and ensure every pet leaves looking and feeling great.

Ideal candidates bring proven grooming experience, strong people skills, and a passion for animal care. Availability on Sundays and Mondays is preferred, with a supportive team and ongoing training opportunities.

Qualifications

• Proven experience grooming a wide range of breeds and coat types.
• Strong time management and attention to detail are essential.
• Customer-first mindset with the ability to chat with pet parents.
• Familiarity with pet behavior, stress signals, and safe handling practices.
• Clear communication with clients, teammates and pets.

Responsibilities

• 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 coordinating with bathers to prep for grooming.
• Chatting with pet parents about grooming needs and coat care.
• Keeping your station neat, tools sharp, and your vibe professional.
• Tagging in the front desk when pups are 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.

Skills

Grooming experience

Time management

Customer service

Pet behavior

Communication

Job description

Destination Pet is seeking a Groomer for Canal Bark in Minnesota. You will groom a variety of breeds, talk with owners, and ensure every pet leaves looking and feeling great.

Ideal candidates bring proven grooming experience, strong people skills, and a passion for animal care. Availability on Sundays and Mondays is preferred, with a supportive team and ongoing training opportunities.