Dog Bather/Groomer

Job Posting for Dog Bather/Groomer at Mr Dark PSP LLC dba Pet Supplies Plus

Overview
Does your dog have a closet full of clothes? Is your cat so cool he needs to wear shades? We call that “petcentricity”! If you enjoy making pets look adorable and smell irresistible, then come work in our neighborhood!

Compensation and Training
For experienced groomers we offer signing bonuses based upon experience and existing clientele. For bathers and new groomers we offer paid training for the right individuals. Commission rates vary based upon experience and start at 50% with our prices being some of the highest in the area with a backlog regularly over 4 weeks.

Responsibilities/Qualifications
As a Bather or Groomer at Pet Supplies Plus, you’re pawsitively passionate about people and their pets. Providing exceptional, neighborly service at every opportunity during your workday, you will:

• get nose kisses from a neighbor’s wet golden retriever
• see excitement and opportunity when you look into a shih tzu’s ear canal
• make a former shelter resident look like a dashing, dapper schnauzer again
• help a terrier look like a poodle because that’s what the neighbor asked for…all while engaging with our neighbors and smiling in the face of puppy breath.

Are you a superhero with a flea comb and a slicker brush? No, you are more than that. You are PAWsome!

Bather/Groomer key responsibilities include:

• Delighting neighbors and pets with grooming services, like brushing, bathing, and conditioning.
• Grooming and styling pets per owners’ instruction and/or according to breed standards.
• Always ensuring the wellness and safety of furry patrons.
• Developing long-term relationships with pet parents by understanding their needs and recommending products and services that will keep their pet healthy and happy.
• Community outreach to attract new neighbors into our store.
• Successfully completing Safety Training certification.
• Performing routine cleaning to keep the grooming environment fun and inviting.
• Assisting store team members during grooming downtime.

PAWsome Bather/Groomer candidates will have:

• A High school diploma or GED.
• For groomers, 1-year or more of grooming experience with formal training certification and/or experience under an established certified groomer.
• For bathers, 6 months or more of bathing experience under the guidance of an established certified groomer.
• 1 year of experience in retail or other service industry where they’ve provided top notch service.
• Ability to move or lift merchandise, equipment or pets weighing up to 50 pounds.
• Ability to stand, bend or stoop for extended periods of time.
• Ability to provide your own equipment (clippers/blades/scissors/etc.)
• Flexibility in working evenings, weekends and holidays.
• Candidates must pass the drug screening and be 18 years or older.

About Pet Supplies Plus
Pet Supplies Plus is focused on making it easier to get better products for your pet. With over 560 locations in 36 states, the stores have a streamlined design making it easy to navigate a wide assortment of natural foods, hard goods and pet services. Friendly, knowledgeable staff get to know each pet and their owner by name and provide playful store experiences to remind them just how fun it is to own a pet. Pet Supplies Plus stores are large enough to house an incredible variety of food and equipment, yet small enough to still feel neighborly.

EOE STATEMENT
We provide equal employment opportunities to all applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, or genetics. In addition to federal law requirements, the company complies with applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment.

Job Types: Full-time, Part-time
Pay: $14.00 - $20.00 per hour
Benefits: 401(k), Employee discount, Flexible schedule

Schedule: 10-hour shift, 4-hour shift, 8-hour shift
Supplemental pay types: Commission pay, Signing bonus, Tips
Ability to commute/relocate: Lehi, UT 84043: Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (Required)
Work Location: In person