Pet Groomer: Flexible Schedule & Great Perks

PARTY PAWS PLAYHOUSE; Chicago Heights (IL); On-site; USD 32,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible scheduling

Employee discounts

PPP shirts and badge provided

Up to 5 paid sick days per year

Bring your pet to work

Job summary

Party Paws Playhouse is hiring a skilled Groomer to deliver high‑quality grooming while upholding safety and sanitation standards. The role requires comfort with dogs and cats, strong technical grooming abilities, and excellent client communication.

The position is physically demanding, with standing most of the shift, and involves scheduling and client coordination. The candidate should have 3+ years of grooming experience, the ability to lift up to 120 lbs, and proficiency with clippers,

Qualifications

• Minimum 3 years of professional grooming experience preferred.
• Ability to lift and maneuver dogs up to 120 lbs.
• Skilled with grooming tools (clippers, shears, brushes, nail tools, ear cleaners, etc.).
• Calm, confident demeanor to soothe nervous or anxious pets.
• Strong understanding of coat types, breed standards, and grooming techniques.
• Ability to recognize non-verbal cues in animals.
• Completion of a grooming course or related animal-care education is a plus.
• Strong customer service and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Evaluate each pet’s coat, skin, temperament, and grooming needs.
• Create grooming plans based on client preferences and best practices.
• Bathe, shampoo, condition, and dry pets (dogs and cats).
• Detangle and manage matted coats.
• Trim, shape, and style coats according to breed standards or owner requests.
• Clip and file nails.
• Clean ears and check for signs of irritation or infection.
• Express anal glands when appropriate.
• Keep pets calm, safe, and comfortable throughout the grooming process.
• Communicate clearly with pet owners about grooming plans and results.
• Answer client calls and assist with scheduling.
• Enter appointments into PPP’s reservation management software.
• Maintain a clean, organized grooming area.
• Follow all PPP safety and sanitation protocols.
• Perform additional tasks as needed to support the health and safety of pets in our care.

Skills

Grooming proficiency

Animal handling

Communication

Customer service

Breeds knowledge

Safety protocols

Team collaboration

Attention to detail

Education

Grooming course

Tools

Clippers

Shears

Nail tools

Ear cleaners

Job description

Party Paws Playhouse is hiring a skilled Groomer to deliver high‑quality grooming while upholding safety and sanitation standards. The role requires comfort with dogs and cats, strong technical grooming abilities, and excellent client communication.

The position is physically demanding, with standing most of the shift, and involves scheduling and client coordination. The candidate should have 3+ years of grooming experience, the ability to lift up to 120 lbs, and proficiency with clippers,