Grooming Team Lead — Pet Care & Client Experience

Club-K9; Sterling, Northern (VA, KY); Hybrid; USD 30,000 - 48,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid certification programs

Growth opportunities

Competitive wages

Job summary

Club-K9 in Sterling, VA, is seeking a Dog Groomer to provide grooming services and exceptional client care for pets. You will consult with owners to match grooming preferences and ensure a calm, safe environment during all procedures.

Responsibilities include bathing, brushing, clipping, and inspecting pets for health concerns while maintaining equipment and grooming areas. Prior experience or completion of a grooming program is required, with certification preferred.

Qualifications

• Proven grooming experience or completion of a grooming program.
• Knowledge of breeds and their grooming needs.
• Ability to restrain dogs safely and work with various temperaments.
• Strong customer service and communication skills.
• Attention to detail and ability to notice health cues.
• Understanding of animal behavior and stress management.
• Physical stamina to stand and perform grooming tasks.

Responsibilities

• Perform bathing, brushing, drying, clipping, trimming, nail clipping, ear cleaning, and teeth brushing.
• Assess coats, skin conditions, and temperament to choose proper techniques and products.
• Consult with owners on grooming preferences and styles.
• Maintain a safe, calm grooming environment for pets.
• Keep grooming areas and tools clean and organized.
• Identify potential health issues and report to the owner.
• Follow safety protocols and company policies.

Skills

Grooming

Dog handling

Customer service

Attention to detail

Animal behavior

Stamina

Education

Grooming program completion

Grooming certification

Job description

Club-K9 in Sterling, VA, is seeking a Dog Groomer to provide grooming services and exceptional client care for pets. You will consult with owners to match grooming preferences and ensure a calm, safe environment during all procedures.

Responsibilities include bathing, brushing, clipping, and inspecting pets for health concerns while maintaining equipment and grooming areas. Prior experience or completion of a grooming program is required, with certification preferred.