Groomer - Wag N Wash

 

Main characteristics

Location

Ann Arbor, Michigan

Company

Pet Supplies Plus

Job summary

Overview:

Do you understand that cats and dogs are more than just pets - they're cherished members of your family?

Besides making pets look fabulous, our Groomers are also comforters, great listeners and problem solvers. Theyre like-minded pet lovers whose passion is obvious in their work.

Responsibilities/Qualifications:
What Youll Do

To give our furry clients the ultimate spaw day experience, we need groomers that can:

Provide grooming services, like brushing, bathing, and conditioning for pets

Groom and style pets per owners instruction and/or according to breed standards

Follow all company safety policies to keep you and our neighbors pets safe

Develop long-term relationships with neighbors by understanding their needs and recommending products and services that will keep their pet healthy and happy

Community outreach to attract new neighbors into our store

Successful completion of safety training certification

Utilize the instore scheduling tool and assist neighbors in booking appointments

Perform routine cleaning to keep the grooming environment fun and inviting

What You Need to Get the Job Done

A High school diploma or GED.

1-year or more of grooming experience with formal training certification and/or experience under an established certified groomer.

Have excellent communication skills

Have exceptional Customer Service skills

Ensure that all pets are safe during the grooming process

Be able to cut to AKC Breed Standards and perform skills such as carding and hand stripping (training is available)

Have a sound understanding of animal behavior

Earn commission consistently

Ability to move or lift merchandise, equipment or pets weighing up to 50 pounds

Be able to stand, bend or stoop for extended periods of time

Ability to provide your own equipment (clippers/blades/scissors/etc.)

Candidates must be flexible in working evenings, weekends and holidays

Candidates must pass the drug screening (in applicable states) and be 18 years or older

What Will Make Us REALLY Love You

Youre an excellent listener and communicator who can help pet parents with their concerns, wants, and needs.

Youre a self-starter who can work independently and collaboratively when necessary.

Youre a detail-oriented master at planning, prioritizing and meeting deadlines in a fast-paced environment.

Youre no stranger to adhering to safety standards as demonstrated by your ability to work safely.

About Company:
At Wag N' Wash, we understand that your cats and dogs are more than just pets, they are cherished members of the family. We are pet lovers too and that's why we proudly provide you with a store where you can wash 'em, feed 'em, spoil 'em and love 'em!

The mission of Wag N' Wash is to enhance the relationship and bond between companion pets and their guardians through products, services and education supporting a healthy lifestyle for pets. Our duty is to recognize, promote and foster the positive impact that pets and their guardians can have on each other.

EOE STATEMENT

We provide equal employment opportunities to all applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, or genetics. In addition to federal law requirements, the company complies with applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment.