Pet Groomer Trainee

Aussie Pet Mobile of South Bay; San Jose (CA); On-site; USD 30,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a leading mobile pet grooming service where your passion for animals can shine! As a groomer, you'll be responsible for providing top-notch grooming services while building special relationships with pets and their families. This role offers a flexible schedule, competitive pay, and a supportive environment that values teamwork and customer service. If you love animals and want to make a difference in their lives, this is the perfect opportunity for you. Embrace a fulfilling career with a company that prioritizes inclusivity and has a strong commitment to its employees and clients alike.

Benefits

Bonus based on performance

Dental insurance

Flexible schedule

Health insurance

Paid initial training

Competitive pay with commission

401(k) and matching

Fuel cost covered

Fully equipped grooming van

Supplies/tools provided

Qualifications

• 1 year of professional animal handling experience required.
• Valid driver's license and clean driving record needed.

Responsibilities

• Grooming dogs and cats while interacting with customers.
• Driving a mobile grooming van and maintaining equipment.

Skills

Customer Service Skills

Animal Handling

Teamwork

Reliability

Tools

Grooming Tools

Mercedes-Benz Van

Job description

Benefits:

1. Bonus based on performance
2. Dental insurance
3. Flexible schedule
4. Health insurance

Job Summary:

Our groomers are responsible for grooming dogs and/or cats and act as the front end of Aussie Pet Mobile when interacting with customers and operating our state-of-the-art mobile grooming van. If you really love animals, this is the perfect career path for you. Our groomers develop a close and special relationship with every pet they care for and with their families as well.

Compensation & Benefits:

1. Paid initial training and ramp-up period
2. Great Benefits Package including health and dental insurance
3. Competitive Pay package with commission + tip + performance-based bonus once you are up to speed
4. Flexible work schedule/shift
5. Fully equipped Mercedes-Benz Van with air conditioning, a hydrobath, and a grooming salon
6. Fuel Cost Covered and supplies/tools provided
7. Appointment Schedule Managed by Office
8. 401(k) and 401(k) matching after 1 year

Role Requirements:

1. 1 Year of professional animal handling experience required (Animal Shelter/Vet/Animal Bathing)
2. Valid driver’s license and clean driving record (3+ years), comfortable driving a large van.
3. Excellent customer service skills and a love of animals
4. Skilled in teamwork, relationship building, listening, and reliability
5. This role requires the ability to drive a motor vehicle, stand for extended periods, lift animals and equipment weighing up to 60 pounds, perform gross motor tasks to operate grooming tools, and occasionally stoop, crouch, or kneel.

Company Overview:

Founded in Australia in 1996, Aussie Pet Mobile established its global headquarters in the United States in 1999 and has grown to become the number one franchised brand in mobile pet grooming worldwide. Locally owned at each location, we are committed to fostering an inclusive and diverse workplace and encourage individuals from all backgrounds to apply or use our services. Aussie Pet Mobile is an equal opportunity employer.