Professional Dog Bather Hoover HWY 150

Scenthound Birmingham, AL; Birmingham (AL); On-site; USD 17,000 - 22,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive hourly base pay, plus tips

Medical and dental insurance benefits

Merit-based pay increases

Complimentary service membership

Job summary

Scenthound Birmingham, AL is seeking a Dog Bather to prep dogs for grooming, bathe, dry, trim nails, and perform grooming prep in a fast-paced center.

This role emphasizes safety, attentiveness, and teamwork, with a training path to become a Scenthound Groomer and opportunities for merit-based pay and benefits.

Qualifications

• Physical ability to lift up to 70 pounds and stand for long shifts.
• Reliable transportation to reach the center.
• Willingness to work in a smoke-free environment.
• Passion for dogs and caring demeanor.

Responsibilities

• Clean and prep dogs for grooming per ticket.
• Bathe, blow-dry, clip nails, clean ears, brush coat, and express glands.
• Identify the dog's health indicators and input them into the S.C.E.N.T. Check app.
• Work with a team to complete the services ordered.
• Assist others/ Ask others for assistance when needed to keep Scenter on schedule.
• Ensure the safety of dogs and team members at all times.
• Adhere to Scenthound sanitary and cleaning practices.
• Perform other tasks and duties as assigned by the Scenter Manager.

Skills

Dog handling

Teamwork

Communication

Patience

Attention to detail

Time management

Stamina

Job description

Perks and Benefits:

• Competitive hourly base pay, plus tips
• Medical and dental insurance benefits
• Merit-based pay increases
• Complimentary service membership

About the Position:

The Dog Bather is a fundamental position at Scenthound, offering quick and efficient services that meet Scenthound

This position requires:

• Strength to lift up to 70 pounds; stamina to stand for long periods of time
• Reliable transportation
• Willingness to work in a smoke-free environment

Who We Are Looking For:

We are searching for a detail-oriented team member who has a passion for keeping dogs clean and healthy! A successful Dog Bather is resilient, perceptive, patient, adaptable, and a compassionate dog lover! We are looking for a motivated team member who wants to advance their career through our training path to become a Scenthound Groomer!

Tasks:

• Clean and/ or prep dogs for grooming, according to the order ticket
• Bathe, blow dry, clip/ grind nails, clean ears, brush coat, clean teeth, express glands
• Identify the dog's health indicators and input them into a S.C.E.N.T. Check app
• Work on a team to complete the services ordered
• Assist others/ Ask others for assistance when needed to keep Scenter on schedule
• Ensure the safety of dogs and team members at all times
• Adhere to Scenthound sanitary and cleaning practices
• Perform other tasks and duties as assigned by the Scenter Manager

Skills and Abilities:

• Dog Control
• Effective communication with team members and dog parents
• Teamwork and collaboration
• Problem-solving
• Attention to detail
• Time-management
• Patience
• Ability to self-critique; hold oneself and others to Scenthound standards