What are the responsibilities and job description for the Dog Bather position at Fetch Pet Resort?
Overview
We are seeking a dedicated and compassionate Dog Bather to join our animal care team. This role involves providing professional bathing services to dogs, ensuring they are clean, comfortable, and well-cared-for. The ideal candidate will have a passion for animals, excellent handling skills, and experience in bathing or animal care. This position offers an opportunity to work in a friendly environment focused on animal well-being and customer satisfaction.
Duties
- Bathing, drying, according to breed standards and client preferences
- Handling dogs safely and humanely during bathing procedures
- Restraining animals gently to ensure safety for both pet and groomer
- Maintaining cleanliness of grooming tools and work area
Requirements
- Previous experience in pet grooming, animal handling, or veterinary settings preferred
- Strong animal handling skills with the ability to restrain animals safely and humanely
- Experience with pet grooming techniques and equipment
- Ability to lift heavy loads (heavy lifting) when necessary for equipment or animal handling
- Excellent customer service skills with a caring attitude towards animals and their owners
- Ability to work in a fast-paced environment while maintaining attention to detail
- Physical stamina for standing long periods and performing repetitive tasks throughout the day
This role is ideal for individuals passionate about animal care who want to contribute to the health and happiness of pets while developing their skills in bathing and handling.
Pay: $11.00 per hour
Expected hours: 20.0 – 30.0 per week
Work Location: In person
Salary : $104,000 - $156,000