Pet Groomer

Join a Team Passionate About Pets and the People Who Love Them

Pet Wants is more than a pet store. We are aRoanoke-owned and operated businessproviding the simplest, most convenient path to pet wellness.With our nutritious food, products,and serviceswe are the community resource for helping pets live better lives.

Every role at Pet Wants contributes to ourgoalof improving the lives ofdogs, cats,and theirfamilies.Joina team that values compassion, integrity, teamwork, and a love for animals.

Job Intro

Pet Wants Roanoke/Trophy Club isseekinga passionate and professional Pet Groomer to join our growing wellness-focused team. We believe grooming is more than a haircut. It is an important part of a pet's overall health and well-being. We are looking for a groomer who values quality over quantity, enjoys building relationships with clients, and wants to be part of a supportive, education-driven environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Perform breed-specific and pet trims according to client requests and company standards

• Safely bathe, dry, brush, and style dogs of various breeds, sizes, and coat types

• Conduct pre-groom wellness assessments andidentifypotential health concerns

• Educate pet parents on coat care, nutrition, skin health, and overall wellness

• Maintainaccurategrooming notes and client records

• Recommend grooming schedules andappropriate wellnessproducts

• Ensure a clean, organized, and sanitary grooming environment

• Communicate professionally with clientsregardinggrooming expectations and pet needs

• Follow all safety, handling, and animal welfare protocols

Experience/Qualifications

• Minimum 1 year of professional grooming experience preferred

• Ability to complete full grooms independently

• Strong scissoring, clipping, bathing, and finishing skills

• Positive attitude and team-oriented mindset

• Passion for pet health, nutrition, and wellness

• Excellent communication and customer service skills

• Reliable, organized, and professional

• Desire to continue learning and growing within the grooming industry

• Genuine love for animals and their well-being

Physical Requirements

• Ability to stand for extended periods

• Ability to lift and handle pets weighing up to 50 pounds (withassistanceavailable when needed)

• Comfortable working around water, pet hair, grooming tools, and cleaning products

• Ability to safely restrain and handle pets of varying sizes and temperaments

Culture

• Opportunities for career growth and advancement

• Wellness-focusedteamculture

• Supportive and collaborative environment

• Pet parentswho prioritize quality care for their pets

• Continuing education and professional development opportunities

• Flexible scheduling options

• Personalized, one-on-one approach to pet care

• National brand support and resources

Benefits

• Competitive compensation based on experience andqualifications

• Flexible scheduling

• Continuing education opportunities

• Employee discounts on products and services

• Career development within a growing national brand

Pet Wants is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to creating an inclusive workplace where all employees and applicants are treated with respect and dignity. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other protected status under applicable federal, state, or local law.

PET WANTS is a registered trademark of Pet Wants Franchise System, LLC and each Pet Wants location is an independently owned and licensed user of that trademark. Proprietary and confidential property of Pet Wants Franchise System, LLC are used under license.