What are the responsibilities and job description for the Country Store Pet Groomer Part Time position at Country Visions Cooperative?
Pet Groomer – Part-Time
Country Visions Cooperative in Brillion, WI is looking to hire a part-time Pet Groomer.
Our pet groomers are responsible for keeping pets clean, comfortable and healthy while also improving their appearance. To be a dog groomer, you need to have strong customer service skills, excellent communication abilities, a love for dogs and other pets, the ability to handle animals of different sizes and temperaments, attention to detail, knowledge of different dog breeds and their grooming needs, and ideally, some formal training in dog grooming from a recognized program.
Country Visions Cooperative is an agriculture based cooperative dedicated to service and building long-term relationships from generation to generation. We are proud to trace our roots back to 1923.
COMPANY BENEFITS
- Competitive pay, based on experience and qualifications
- Flexibility
- Can become eligible for Paid Time Off
- Can become eligible for health insurance
- Can become eligible for 401(k) with excellent company match
- Can become eligible for Paid Parental Leave
- Employee Assistance Program
- Health and Wellness Program
JOB RESPONSIBILITIES
- Grooming: Brushing, washing, and drying the pet's coat, trimming fur, clipping nails, and cleaning ears
- Styling: Using knowledge of breed standards to style the pet's coat
- Health: Checking for parasites, skin conditions, or other health issues
- Customer service: Providing excellent customer service to the pet's owner, giving advice on products, and selling products
- Communication: Communicating with the owner or veterinarian about potential hygiene issues
- Scheduling: Scheduling appointments
- Perform routine cleaning, keeping our environment inviting, and assist with tasks and customer engagement in downtime
- Other duties and responsibilities as assigned by management
HOURS
- This is a part-time position (ranging from 15-25 hours per week), and the schedule can be discussed during the interview process
- Flexibility in the schedule to accommodate the right candidate’s needs
QUALIFICATIONS AND EDUCATIONAL REQUIREMENTS
Required qualifications:
- At least 18 years of age
- High school diploma
- Animal handling skills: Comfort and confidence in handling dogs of various sizes and temperaments, including calming anxious animals
- Grooming techniques: Knowledge of different grooming styles based on breed, including bathing, brushing, clipping, trimming nails, and ear cleaning
- Customer service: Effective communication with clients to understand their needs and expectations for their dog's grooming
- Attention to detail: Ability to carefully execute grooming tasks with precision and accuracy
- Physical ability: Comfortable standing for extended periods, bending, and using repetitive hand motions to groom dogs
- Basic animal behavior knowledge: Understanding dog body language, stress signals, and how to respond appropriately
- Must successfully pass a background check
Preferred qualifications:
- Formal grooming certification: Completing a recognized dog grooming course from a reputable school
- Experience with specific breeds: Expertise in grooming certain breeds with unique coat types
- Knowledge of basic canine health: Ability to identify potential skin conditions or other health concerns while grooming
Come join the newly renovated Brillion Store! We look forward to hearing from you!