Professional Groomer

Lakefield Veterinary Group; Green Bay (WI); On-site; USD 30,000 - 50,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k)

Health insurance

Paid time off

Job summary

Lakefield Veterinary Group in Green Bay, Wisconsin is seeking an Experienced Groomer at Packerland Veterinary Hospital. The role requires professional grooming certification and includes full-time hours from 7:45 AM to 5:00 PM.

Join a team that values respect, learning, and exceptional service in a state-of-the-art grooming facility. Enjoy benefits such as health insurance and 401(k) while providing compassionate care for pets.

Qualifications

• Six months of professional pet grooming experience required.
• Ability to manually express anal glands.
• Attention to detail in grooming styles and techniques.

Responsibilities

• Foster a supportive culture based on company values.
• Consult with pet owners about their pets' grooming needs.
• Groom pets according to owner instructions and breed standards.
• Maintain a clean and safe grooming environment.
• Identify health issues and notify owners.

Skills

Professional grooming certification/training

Communication skills

Animal behavior understanding

Customer-oriented approach

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Graduate of certified grooming program

Job description

Packerland Veterinary Center – Green Bay, Wisconsin

Experienced Groomer – Packerland Veterinary Hospital

Are you a passionate pet groomer looking for a supportive, professional environment where you can truly thrive? At Packerland Veterinary Hospital, we combine high-quality veterinary medicine with exceptional grooming services to give pets the very best care — and we’re looking for an experienced groomer to join our team!

Our state‑of‑the‑art facility features a dedicated grooming center separate from the busy clinic environment, allowing you to work comfortably while still having the added support and peace of mind of an experienced veterinary team nearby.

What We’re Looking For

We’re searching for someone who:

• Has a positive attitude and strong work ethic
• Is self‑motivated and dependable
• Communicates professionally and compassionately with clients
• Is comfortable grooming both cats and dogs of all sizes
• Provides patient, gentle care for anxious or challenging pets
• Can confidently bathe, trim, shave, style, and maintain pet hygiene according to owner preferences
• Can communicate grooming concerns, skin issues, or recommendations to pet owners and our veterinary team

Qualifications

• Professional grooming certification/training and/or independent grooming experience required
• Training will not be provided for this role

Schedule

• Full‑time position
• Typical hours: 7:45 AM – 5:00 PM

Benefits

• 401(k)
• Health insurance
• Paid time off

Position Summary

The Pet Groomer provides the highest standards of excellence to perform various grooming duties necessary to improve pets’ hygiene and enhance their physical appearance.

What You’ll Do (Essential Functions)

• Foster a culture built on our values: Respect, Learning, Do the Right Thing, WOW Service, and Fun
• Consult with pet owners to discuss their pet’s needs and desired style
• Wash, comb, brush and blow dry animal’s fur, removing mats and tangles as needed
• Cut and shape animal’s coat according to determined pattern, using electric clippers, comb, and barber’s shears
• Groom and style pet according to owner’s instructions, standard grooming styles, proportions of the animal, and breed standards
• Clip nails, clean ears, and brush teeth
• Express anal glands manually as needed
• Promote skin and coat health through recommendations for regular grooming and beneficial add‑on services, treatments, and retail products
• Identify health issues in pets such as ear infections, skin conditions, wounds, and/or tooth decay, and notify pet owner of any signs of injury or illness
• Update and maintain all records to capture services performed, products recommended, and any illness or injuries detected
• Routinely clean and sanitize grooming tools, equipment, and all salon work areas
• Ensure the safety, security, and well‑being of each pet during the grooming process
• Maintain knowledge and awareness of new trends and experiment with new grooming techniques
• Support a practice environment that promotes collaboration and teamwork and ensures the delivery of quality, compassionate, effective, and efficient care to animals
• Comply with all practice policies, quality assurance guidelines, minimum standards of care, and safe handling procedures

Essential Qualifications

Education

• High School Diploma or GED required
• Graduate of certified grooming program preferred

Experience

• Six months of professional pet grooming experience required

Knowledge, Skills and Ability

• Solid understanding of animal breeds, characteristics, and behavior
• Knowledge of pet grooming techniques and styles
• Ability to manually express anal glands
• Strong verbal and active listening communication skills with a customer‑oriented approach
• Strong interpersonal skills
• Compassion and empathy for both pets and the pet owners
• Attention to detail and high level of accuracy
• Organizational and time‑management skills

Physical Demands

While performing the duties of this job, the team member is regularly required to talk and hear. The team member may frequently use a computer for periods of time. Specific vision abilities are required to do this job including close vision. This position requires walking and/or standing for long periods of time, bending, reaching, grasping, and repetitive motions. Must be able to lift up to 30 lbs. unassisted, 50 lbs. with assistance. Working environment may be stressful with aggressive, frightened, abused or injured animals that may bite or scratch.

Supervisory Responsibilities

None

Our Values

• Respect
• Learning
• Do the Right Thing
• Wow Service
• Fun

Equal Opportunity Employer

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all team members and applicants.