What are the responsibilities and job description for the Dog Groomer position at Happy Tails Dog Spa?
Experienced Dog Groomer
Happy Tails Dog Spa | King, NC
About us
Happy Tails Dog Spa is focused on quality pet care, honest communication, and lasting relationships with our clients. We are looking for an experienced dog groomer who is hardworking, dependable, and patient with both dogs and people.
About the role
Provide professional grooming services that help dogs look and feel their best. Follow each owner's styling requests, handle pets gently, and bring a positive, customer-focused attitude to work each day.
Responsibilities
Bathe, shampoo, condition, trim, shave, and style dogs according to their owners' preferences.
Clip nails and clean ears as part of routine grooming care.
Handle dogs patiently and carefully, including those that are anxious or difficult to groom.
Communicate clearly with owners about grooming requests and at-home care.
Notify owners of concerns noticed during grooming, such as skin abnormalities, ear concerns, fleas, or ticks.
Keep the workstation clean by sanitizing and sweeping between appointments and at the end of each workday.
Build positive client relationships that encourage repeat visits.
Required skills and qualifications
Experience in dog grooming.
A demonstrated passion for animals and confidence handling dogs, including anxious pets.
Strong verbal communication and customer service skills.
Excellent attention to detail.
Ability to stand for at least two hours and lift dogs weighing more than 50 pounds.
Willingness to learn new grooming skills and techniques.
Trustworthiness and the ability to pass a background check.
Must be drug- and alcohol-free.
Preferred qualifications
Customer service experience.
Experience working with dogs in a professional or volunteer setting.
Professional grooming certification, such as through the National Dog Groomers Association of America or IDGAA.
Position details
Full-time, in person at 145 Retail Circle, King, NC 27021.
Pay: Estimated earnings of $850–$2,000 per week through commission and tips combined. Actual earnings vary based on the number of dogs groomed and tips received; this range is not guaranteed.
Schedule: Tuesday through Saturday, starting at 9:00 a.m. and typically finishing around 1:30–2:00 p.m., depending on when the last dog is picked up.
Reliable commute to King, NC required.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $850.00 - $2,000.00 per week
Benefits:
- Flexible schedule
Shift availability:
- Day Shift (Required)
Ability to Commute:
- King, NC 27021 (Required)
Work Location: In person
Salary : $850 - $2,000