Pet Groomer hourly or commission

HIRING IMMEDIATELY Pet Groomers

Pup’s Place is a store in Springfield and we are looking to grow our pet grooming.

Hiring part time and full time

Groomers will be a crucial part of our organization, building lasting relationships with customers and providing quality care to pets.
This is a great opportunity for someone with grooming experience to who is ready to manage their own career in grooming.

Pay to be commission based based on experience or hourly

Minimum of 6 clients daily and 2 days/wk preferred for average base pay

The ideal candidate is hardworking, customer service–oriented, and patient with both pets a customers.

Objectives of this role

• Deliver outstanding customer service to pet owners by executing style requests, communicating clearly and honestly, and bringing a positive attitude to work each day
• Provide exemplary cosmetic care for pets, being gentle and patient with anxious and difficult animals
• Protect the best interests of our customers and their pets, notifying owners of any concerns, including skin abnormalities, ear infections, ticks, and fleas
• Help our organization continue to grow by forming fruitful relationships with customers that result in repeat visits

Responsibilities

• Clean and freshen pet hair by washing, shampooing, and conditioning
• Shave, trim, and style pet hair according to the owner’s preferences
• Maintain overall pet hygiene by clipping nails, brushing teeth, and cleaning ears
• Maintain a clean workstation by sanitizing and sweeping before the arrival of every client and at the end of every workday
• Advise owners on at-home care tips and best practices for their pets

Required skills and qualifications

• Demonstrated passion for animals
• Ability to work comfortably with animals, including anxious ones
• Ability to stand for at least two hours and lift animals weighing over 50 pounds
• Willingness to learn new skills and techniques
• Well-developed verbal communication skills
• Excellent attention to detail

Preferred skills and qualifications

• Experience in pet grooming
• Experience in customer service
• Experience with animals in a professional or volunteer capacity
• Professional certification (such as from the National Dog Groomers Association of America) preferred but not required

Job Types: Full-time, Part-time, Contract

Pay: $1.00 - $1,000.00 per week

Benefits:

• Employee discount
• Flexible schedule

Experience:

• Pet grooming: 2 years (Required)

Ability to Commute:

• Springfield, OR 97477 (Required)

Work Location: In person

Salary : $1,000