Pet Bath & Grooming Associate — Growth & Perks

LH Mercantile, LLC; Naperville (IL); On-site; USD 16,531 - 24,796; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Vision insurance

Dental

Life insurance

401(k) Retirement Savings Plan

Weekly paychecks

PTO

Employee Discount

Career advancement

Job summary

LH Mercantile, LLC is seeking a Dog Bather to join our Pet Supplies Plus franchise in the Naperville area. You will bathe, brush, clip nails, and help keep pets calm and clean while greeting owners.

We offer full-time benefits, weekly pay, PTO, an Employee Discount, and the chance to attend our Grooming Academy with opportunities for advancement.

Qualifications

• No experience required.
• Must be able to lift up to 50 pounds.
• Must be 18+ with a high school diploma or GED.
• Dog handling experience a plus.

Responsibilities

• Deliver grooming services such as bathing, brushing, nail clipping, and conditioning to ensure pets are clean, comfortable, and well cared for.
• Handle pets with care, monitor for signs of stress or health concerns, and always follow proper safety procedures.
• Greet and delight pet parents and pets, answer phones, schedule grooming appointments as needed, and follow up on appointments and lapsed neighbors.
• Maintain grooming areas to high standards of cleanliness and safety, ensuring an inviting environment for pets and neighbors.
• Support the sales floor during downtime by assisting with stocking, engaging with neighbors, maintaining planograms, and other store activities.

Skills

Pet care

Customer service

Safety awareness

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

If you have a passion for pets and are looking for a fun, rewarding work environment, come join our Pack!

As a locally owned franchise, we offer the best of both worlds-the structure and resources of a large company combined with the family feel of a neighborhood business. Whether you're starting your career or are an experienced professional groomer ready for a new opportunity, you can find a home with us. Learn more at LHmercantile.com.

Benefits of a Dog Bather:

• Health, Vision, Dental and Life Insurance (full-time bathers only)
• 401(k) Retirement Savings Plan (full-time bathers only)
• Weekly paychecks
• Paid Time Off (PTO)
• Employee Discount
• Career Advancement Opportunities
• Option to attend our Grooming Academy

What You'll Do:

• Deliver grooming services such as bathing, brushing, nail clipping, and conditioning to ensure pets are clean, comfortable, and well cared for.
• Handle pets with care, monitor for signs of stress or health concerns, and always follow proper safety procedures.
• Greet and delight pet parents and pets, answer phones, schedule grooming appointments as needed, and following up on appointments and lapsed neighbors.
• Maintain grooming areas to high standards of cleanliness and safety, ensuring an inviting environment for pets and neighbors.
• Support the sales floor during downtime by assisting with stocking, engaging with neighbors, maintaining planograms, and other store activities.

What We're Looking For:

• No experience necessary
• Flexibility to work a schedule that may include evenings, weekends, and holidays
• Follow safety procedures and company guidelines
• Physical ability to lift and move pets up to 50 pounds
• Be 18 years or older with a high school diploma or GED
• Dog handling experience a plus

About LH Mercantile:

LH Mercantile, LLC is a franchisee of Pet Supplies Plus that currently has 16 locations throughout the Chicago suburbs and Northwest Indiana. We offer self-service pet washes and full-service grooming and provide curbside pickup, delivery, and autoship services. We offer a wide selection of food, supplies and accessories for dogs, cats, birds, reptiles, fish and small animals. However, we're mostly proud of our knowledgeable team, who love pets and are eager to help pet parents.

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