Pet Groomer

Job DescriptionJob DescriptionWe are Pleasant Paws Pet Center, and we are looking for an experienced groomer tojoin our team! We are a busy daycare, boarding, grooming, and veterinary service facilitylocated in Newtown, Connecticut. You would be working closely with our Customer ServiceRepresentatives and our daycare and boarding staff to provide grooming services to allclients.To be successful in this position, you should be patient and kind, have a greatunderstanding of pet care and pet body language, and fantastic customer service skills.The schedule for this position will vary depending on the day. Full time employees will berequired to be available during peak boarding times to accommodate our clients’ needs.Perks:· Commission based pay grooming sales; 1099· Tips· Discounted daycare, boarding, and veterinary services can be appliedIndependent Contractors will enjoy unlimited earning potential and the ability to set their own schedule.Responsibilities:· De-matting and detangling hair as required· Talking to clients, going over their desired groom and how it went· Bath, conditioning, and drying pets· Trimming pets’ nails, brushing their teeth, and cleaning their ears· Grooming and styling pets according to pet owners’ instructions or standard groomingstyles.· Accommodating special requests that pet owners may have.· Identifying health issues in pets, such as ear infections, skin conditions, or tooth decay,and informing pet owners of these observations· Ensuring that all pets are safe during the grooming process· Routinely cleaning work area· Recommending suitable products from our retail boutique to pet ownersRequirements:· Certification a plus!· 2+ years professional dog grooming experience and familiarity with common breedstandard cuts (hand scissoring a plus!)· Ability to lift at least 50 lbs. and to work on your feet for most of the day, as well as someweekends and holidays.Benefits:•Employee discount•Flexible schedule•Professional development assistance\nCompany Description Description