ScenttechProfessional Dog Bather

Scenthound Gainesville - Ocala; Ocala (FL); On-site; USD 17,000 - 25,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Growth path to Groomer

Competitive hourly pay + tips

Insurance options

Job summary

Scenthound Gainesville - Ocala is seeking a dedicated Dog Bather to prepare dogs for grooming, bathe and maintain coats, and support the team in delivering high-quality care. You will also input basic health indicators into the app and follow safety and sanitation protocols.

Ideal candidates enjoy working with dogs, are reliable, and can commit to weekend shifts. Training pathways exist to advance toward a Scenthound Groomer role within a supportive, wellness-focused environment.

Qualifications

• Strength to lift up to 70 pounds
• Stamina to stand for long periods
• Reliable transportation
• Willingness to work in a smoke-free environment
• Weekend availability required

Responsibilities

• Clean and prep dogs for grooming according to the order ticket
• Bathe, blow dry, clip/grind nails, clean ears, brush coat, clean teeth
• Input health indicators into the SCENT Check app
• Work on a team to complete services
• Assist others or ask for help to keep the schedule
• Ensure the safety of dogs and team members at all times
• Adhere to Scenthound sanitation and cleaning practices
• Perform other tasks as assigned by the Scenter Manager

Skills

Dog handling

Teamwork

Communication

Patience

Attention to detail

Time management

Job description

Benefits:

Competitive salary

Employee discounts

Free uniforms

Opportunity for advancement

Training & development

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Wellness resources

Perks and Benefits:

Direct career growth path to Dog Groomer position and additional options (Front Desk, Ass. Manager, Manager)

Competitive hourly base pay, plus tips

Dental, and vision insurance benefits

Merit-based pay increases

Flexible schedule - daytime hours only

WEEKEND AVAILABILITY REQUIRED!

About the Position:

The Dog Bather is a fundamental position at Scenthound, offering quick and efficient services that help remove barriers so people and love and connect with their dogs every day. A wellness-focused dog groomer, Scenthound Scent-techs, or dog bathers provide baths, ear cleaning, nail clipping and teeth brushing along with additional services including shedding treatments, medicated baths and brush and blow-outs.

Requirements:

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

Weekend availability a must

a LOVE for pups, of course!

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