Pet Groomer

Pet Supplies Plus 247; West Bend (WI); On-site; USD 21,000 - 28,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Opportunities for Growth Within the St

Employee Discounts on Pet Products & &

Health insurance

Paid time off

Signing bonus

Vision insurance

Tuition assistance

Training & development

Job summary

Pet Supplies Plus 247 in West Bend, WI is seeking experienced dog groomers who take pride in their work, put pets at ease, and build loyal clientele. You’ll provide full grooming services and work with pet parents to tailor cuts to breed standards and preferences.

You’ll handle dogs of varying sizes with care, maintain a clean salon, and contribute to store events. A year of grooming experience and own tools are required, with opportunities for advancement and a supportive team environment.

Qualifications

• At least one year of professional dog grooming experience.
• Confidence with breed-standard cuts, hand scissoring, clipping, finishing.
• Strong communication with pet parents and teammates.
• Own grooming tools including clippers, blades, and shears.
• Ability to lift and handle pets up to 65 lbs and stand for extended periods.
• Flexibility to work evenings, weekends, and holidays.
• High school diploma or GED; must be at least 18 and meet local franchise hiring requirements.

Responsibilities

• Provide full-service dog grooming, including bathing, brushing, clipping, hand scissoring, and finishing.
• Groom to breed standards or customize cuts based on each pet parent’s preferences.
• Safely handle dogs of different sizes, breeds, and temperaments, with their comfort and well-being as your first priority.
• Talk with pet parents about what they want, recommend services that fit their dog’s needs, and help them rebook.
• Keep the salon clean, safe, and organized. Support store events and help the store team as needed between appointments.

Skills

Dog grooming

Hand scissoring

Clippers & blades

Communication

Teamwork

Flexibility

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Grooming tools (clippers, blades, shears)

Job description

Benefits

• Opportunities for Growth Within the Store
• Be part of a neighborly, community-focused team
• Ongoing Training & Skill Development
• Employee Discounts on Pet Products & Services
• Earnings based on services performed or hourly pay options
• Pet-First, People-First Environment
• Bonus based on performance
• Competitive salary
• Employee discounts
• Health insurance
• Opportunity for advancement
• Paid time off
• Signing bonus
• Training & development
• Tuition assistance
• Vision insurance

Pet Supplies Plus is hiring experienced dog groomers who take pride in their work, put pets at ease, and enjoy building a loyal clientele. From a puppy’s first groom to a breed-standard cut, you’ll help pets look and feel their best and give their people a reason to book with you again.

Pay and Benefits

• $15–$20 hourly rate or 50%–55% commission on the full grooming service, whichever pays more.
• Up to $3,000 sign-on bonus, based on experience and qualifications.
• Up to $500 per year in tool sharpening allowance, based on experience.
• Health, dental, and vision insurance.

Your hourly rate and commission percentage are based on your grooming experience.

What You’ll Do

• Provide full-service dog grooming, including bathing, brushing, clipping, hand scissoring, and finishing.
• Groom to breed standards or customize cuts based on each pet parent’s preferences.
• Safely handle dogs of different sizes, breeds, and temperaments, with their comfort and well-being as your first priority.
• Talk with pet parents about what they want, recommend services that fit their dog’s needs, and help them rebook.
• Keep the salon clean, safe, and organized. Support store events and help the store team as needed between appointments.

What You’ll Bring

• At least one year of professional dog grooming experience. Equivalent hands-on salon experience is welcome.
• Confidence with breed-standard cuts, hand scissoring, clipping, finishing, and safe handling.
• Strong communication skills and a friendly approach with pet parents and teammates.
• Your own professional grooming tools, including clippers, blades, and shears.
• Ability to lift and handle pets or equipment up to 65 lbs and stand, bend, and stoop for extended periods.
• Flexibility to work evenings, weekends, and holidays.
• High school diploma or GED. Must be at least 18 and meet local franchise hiring requirements.