Mobile Pet Groomer: Dogs & Cats — Commission + Tips

Bark & Mane; San Antonio (TX); Hybrid; USD 42,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Dental insurance

Health insurance

Paid time off

Training & development

Wellness resources

Free uniforms

Job summary

Bark & Mane of Northwest San Antonio is hiring mobile pet groomers for our expanding fleet. Join a premium van operation with flexible full-time or part-time schedules, competitive commission, and 100% tips during the initial period.

Service dogs and cats in clients’ driveways with our low-stress, care-first approach. Requirements include 3+ years of dog grooming and 2+ years with cats, plus a grooming portfolio and reliable transportation to our dispatch hub in Northwest San Antonio.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of professional pet grooming experience.
• 2+ years of cat grooming experience.

Skills

Pet grooming

Cat grooming

Job description

Benefits:

• Dental insurance
• Free uniforms
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Training & development
• Wellness resources

Mobile Pet Groomer (Dogs & Cats) – Commission +Tips + Benefits

Company: Bark & Mane of Northwest San Antonio
(Formerly Aussie Pet Mobile – Proudly rebranded nationally in June 2026)
Dispatch Hub Location: Northwest San Antonio, TX (Right off the IH-10 corridor; daily commute required to pick up/drop off vans)
Exclusive Franchise Territories & Neighborhoods Served:

• Boerne & Kendalia
• Helotes & Grey Forest
• Leon Springs & Northwest Side / UTSA Corridor
• Leon Valley & Medical Center Border
• Great Northwest & Culebra Area
• Westover Hills & SeaWorld Area
• Alamo Ranch

Job Type: Full-Time or Part-Time

About the Bark & Mane Brand

With a deep-rooted commitment to personalized care, Bark & Mane of Northwest San Antonio stands at the forefront of the mobile pet care industry as active participants in the AKC S.A.F.E. certified groomers program. Formerly operating locally as Aussie Pet Mobile before our national rebrand in June 2026, we are an established, fast-growing local business operating a successful multi-van fleet and proudly serving thousands of clients across our communities.

Because we are backed by one of the largest and longest-standing mobile grooming brands in the country, our stylists enjoy unmatched corporate-level stability, a massive built-in local customer base, and continuous route security that independent setups simply cannot replicate.

Driven by our core tagline, Be Clean, Be Well & Be Loved™, we reject the factory-style rushing and stressful environments of traditional salons. Operating a fleet of premium, state-of-the-art Mercedes Sprinter vans fully equipped with hydrobaths and climate control, we provide a 100% cage-free, serene, one-on-one sanctuary right in our clients' driveways. We look at grooming as an essential pillar of healthcare, which is why every single appointment concludes with our signature Well-Being Wrap Up™ report—giving pet parents an expert, hands-on health update on their pet's coat, skin, and behavioral well-being.

Our Culture & Core Values

Our culture is built on a tight-knit foundation of Integrity, Care, and Service for pets, their owners, and the team. We firmly believe that our success relies on surrounding ourselves with top-tier professionals. Being part of a high-performing team is central to who we are. We support each other, drive for operational excellence, and look for team members who treat this career with a high level of professional pride. We are specifically looking for stylists who align with these standards:

• Team-First Attitude: We support you daily, and we expect a professional who brings positive energy, respects our clients, and collaborates smoothly with our scheduling concierge team to uphold our values of integrity and care.
• Reliable Punctuality & Communication: We understand that mobile scheduling shifts dynamically throughout the day. Because of that, we focus our reliability expectations on starting your day on time and maintaining proactive, timely communication with clients whenever arrival times may shift during the day.
• Grooming Efficiency & Van Safety: While we never rush a pet, a successful mobile career requires an experienced stylist who knows how to manage their workspace efficiently and maintain a steady, productive daily pace. Alongside workspace efficiency, proper and safe operation of the mobile van is critical to protecting our team, our equipment, and the pets in our care.

Why Groomers Choose Bark & Mane

• Guaranteed Pay Protection: We offer a minimum commission schedule plus 100% of tips during your first 90 days to protect your compensation levels while you build your consistent client base.
• Premium Long-Term Compensation: High commission splits, 100% of tips, and elevated, higher commission rates specifically for cat grooms to reward your specialized handling skills.
• Healthcare & Wellness Benefits: Medical, dental, and life insurance, along with dedicated wellness benefits, are available for our full-time team members working 35+ hours a week after a 90-day introductory period.
• HRA Premium Support: To help protect your paycheck, we offer a Health Reimbursement Arrangement (HRA) with a monthly allowance to directly contribute toward your health insurance premiums (eligible after 90 days of employment).
• Work-Life Balance for All (PTO): Paid Time Off (PTO) is available for both full-time and part-time groomers after a 90-day introductory period.
• Professional Development: We are invested in your long-term success. Professional industry certification programs are available directly through Bark & Mane if you qualify, helping you continuously elevate your craft.
• Mobile Field Training: Coming from a traditional brick-and-mortar shop? No problem. We provide extensive, hands-on training to teach you how to safely operate, manage, and groom inside a premium mobile van setting.
• Zero Fleet Hassle: We provide the premium Mercedes Sprinter van, cover all fuel costs, and supply high-end products. You just focus on the pets.
• Full Concierge Support: Never answer phones or chase payments. Our dedicated daily scheduling team handles 100% of your booking, required documentation, routing logistics, and initial scheduling updates, freeing you up to focus on your hands-on clients. (Note: Groomers are expected to maintain accurate, direct communication with clients regarding on-shift schedule adjustments and at the time of grooming service).
• We Cover the Overhead: We fully cover the costs of your customized uniforms and all professional tool sharpening to keep your equipment in perfect shape.

Application Requirements

• Experience: Must have 3+ years of professional pet grooming experience (either salon or mobile).
• Feline Specialty: At least 2 years of hands-on experience handling cats in a professional salon environment or a veterinary setting.
• Portfolio Submission: To be considered, you must provide a portfolio of your recent dog and cat grooms. Please highlight any specific specialties you have with certain breeds (e.g., hand-stripping, doodle coat management, breed-standard cuts, or advanced feline styles).
• Pacing & Mental Focus: Mobile grooming requires working independently inside a van while maintaining high-performing efficiency. Stylists must possess the mental focus, time-management skills, and emotional resilience to handle solo workspace dynamics, interact positively face-to-face with clients, and maintain a steady, productive daily pace when schedules dynamically shift.
• Physical Capabilities: Must be physically capable of safely lifting heavy dogs at times when required as part of your grooming routines.
• The Feline Advantage: While dog grooming is a massive part of our business, having strong cat grooming skills is a huge plus! Because feline styling is a specialized skill, we ensure you are paid a higher commission rate for every cat client you groom.
• Daily Commute Requirement: Must have reliable transportation to start and end your shifts daily at our dispatch hub located in Northwest San Antonio right off IH-10.
• Gentle Handlers: True alignment with our low-stress philosophy. No rushed grooms, no forceful restraints.
• Reliable & Clean Drivers: A clean, valid Texas driver’s license is mandatory, along with the comfort level to safely operate our premium mobile spas.