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Dog Groomer

Clean & Breezy
Johnston, IA Full Time | Part Time
POSTED ON 7/31/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 11/28/2026

Job Summary:

We are seeking a skilled and passionate Dog Groomer to join our team! As a Dog Groomer, you will provide high-quality grooming services for a variety of dogs while ensuring their comfort, safety, and well-being. This is an exciting opportunity to join a growing team, with the potential to advance into a Lead Groomer position within a few months based on performance, leadership, and business needs.

Responsibilities:

- Clear growth path with the opportunity to advance to a Lead Groomer position in a short timeframe

- Perform grooming services such as bathing, brushing, drying, haircuts, nail trims, ear cleaning, teeth brushing for various breeds of dogs

- Assess the condition of dogs' coat and skin, and recommend appropriate grooming techniques

- Provide gentle handling and restraint of dogs during grooming procedures

- Maintain a clean and organized grooming area

- Communicate with pet owners to understand their specific grooming requests

- Monitor the health and well-being of dogs during grooming sessions

- Maintain accurate records of services provided

Requirements:

- 2 years of previous experience as a Dog Groomer, 3 years ideal

-4 dog per day minimum

- Knowledge of different grooming techniques for various breeds of dogs

- Strong animal handling skills with the ability to safely restrain pets when necessary

- Excellent customer service skills with the ability to communicate effectively with pet owners

- Ability to lift heavy objects (up to 50 pounds) such as large dogs

- Certification from a recognized grooming school is desirable but not required

Why Work for us?

-Commission pay at a higher priced salon in the metro

-Flexible Schedule

-Great Company Culture

-Low-stress work environment

-Room for growth within the company

-Quality over Quantity

If you are passionate about working with dogs and have the necessary skills and experience, we would love to hear from you. Apply now to join our team as a Dog Groomer!

Job Types: Full-time, Part-time

Pay: $40,000.00 - $75,000.00 per year

Benefits:

  • Dental insurance
  • Employee discount
  • Flexible schedule
  • Health insurance
  • Paid time off
  • Professional development assistance
  • Vision insurance

Experience:

  • Pet Grooming: 2 years (Required)

Work Location: In person

Salary : $40,000 - $75,000

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