Groomer - Sign on Bonus $2000

Heart + Paw; Berwyn (IL); On-site; USD 32,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

401K retirement savings

Paid time off

Holiday schedule

Team discounts

Job summary

Heart + Paw in Berwyn, IL is seeking a skilled Pet Stylist (Groomer) to provide top-tier grooming and build lasting client relationships. Work in a modern facility with a supportive team and a focus on pet wellness and low-stress handling.

Requirements include 2+ years of grooming experience, modern cuts, strong animal handling, and excellent communication; Fear Free or Low-Stress Handling certification preferred.

Qualifications

• 2+ years of professional grooming experience.
• Proficiency in contemporary grooming cuts and styling.
• Strong animal handling and client communication skills.
• Fear Free, HABRI, or Low-Stress Handling certifications preferred.

Responsibilities

• Deliver professional grooming services tailored to each pet’s needs.
• Build and maintain a loyal client base through excellent service and communication.
• Collaborate with a veterinary, daycare, and retail teams to enhance pet care.
• Maintain a clean, safe workspace and promote center services.

Skills

Grooming

Animal handling

Client communication

Team collaboration

Entrepreneurial mindset

Job description

Sign-on Bonus of up to $2000 Pet Stylist (Groomer) Are you a skilled Pet Stylist with a passion for creating exceptional experiences for pets and their families? We are redefining pet care, and we want you to be part of our team. With a beautifully designed workspace, state-of-the-art tools, and a supportive environment, you’ll have the opportunity to focus on what you do best—providing top-notch grooming services while building meaningful relationships with clients.

Why You’ll Love Working Here:

• Be part of a collaborative, pet-focused team that values your input.
• Enjoy a modern, thoughtfully designed workspace equipped with the latest technology.
• Grow in your career with a company committed to low-stress handling and pet wellness.

Responsibilities Include:

• Delivering professional grooming services tailored to each pet’s needs.
• Building and maintaining a loyal client base through excellent service and communication.
• Applying advanced grooming techniques, including contemporary cuts, coloring, and styling.
• Collaborating with veterinary, daycare, and retail teams to enhance the overall pet care experience.
• Maintaining a clean, safe workspace and promoting all center services.

What We’re Looking For:

• Experience : 2+ years as a professional groomer.
• Skills : Expertise in modern grooming practices, animal behavior knowledge, and strong interpersonal abilities.
• Passion : A love for pets and the art of grooming.
• Physical Stamina : Ability to handle pets of all sizes.
• Entrepreneurial Spirit : Eagerness to grow your client base and contribute to the team.
• Certifications : Fear Free, HABRI, or Low-Stress Handling certification (preferred).
• Tech‑Savvy : Comfortable using technology to enhance the pet parent experience.

Bonus Points:

• Experience grooming cats.
• Continuing education or certifications in pet grooming.

Perks of Joining the Team:

• Competitive pay and opportunities for advancement.
• Work in a state-of-the-art facility designed with pets, their parents, and our team in mind.
• Flexible scheduling, generous paid time off, and company-paid holiday schedule.
• Team Pet Care Discounts
• Health, Dental, and Vision insurance, 401K retirement savings, and more!

Together, we’ll create a healthier, happier world for pets!

This is petcare reimagined® #IND HP

About Heart + Paw Founded on the belief that veterinary professionals deserve a workplace where they can thrive and be happy, healthy, and successful, Heart + Paw offers full-service veterinary centers that are reimagining pet care in every way, providing state-of-the-art care that today's pet parents expect. We’re committed to creating a supportive and collaborative environment where all team members can reach their full potential. From routine wellness, dental care, radiology, and surgeries to grooming and daycare, all pets are treated with a low stress approach. Heart + Paw incorporates advanced technologies, top-of-the-line amenities, equipment selected based on years of practice and research, and a fresh philosophy for pets, pet parents and our team. This is petcare reimagined®. To learn more, visit Heart + Paw online at heartandpaw.com , or follow Heart + Paw on Instagram , Facebook , and LinkedIn .

Heart + Paw is committed to creating a diverse environment and is proud to be an equal opportunity employer.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, or veteran status.

We strongly encourage people from underrepresented groups to apply.