Dog Bather

Wiggle Butt Inn
Stow, OH Full Time
POSTED ON 9/16/2023 CLOSED ON 1/8/2024

What are the responsibilities and job description for the Dog Bather position at Wiggle Butt Inn?

Looking for a career in the growing pet styling industry working with a great team of Pet Stylists?

Pet Styling is one of the core of our services and this position requires caring for all aspects of a pet’s styling experience during its appointment. Strong attention to detail and a team player attitude are required, as is your love for pets! We work together as a team to have happy, beautifully styled pets! Applicants must be responsible, punctual and dependable. No prior grooming experience needed. We will train you for this position but an understanding of animal behavior and a genuine love for animals is a must. You must be able to handle dogs of all sizes. Must be willing to maintain the highest standards in cleanliness and equipment maintenance. If you have interest in becoming a professional pet stylist we have our own internal apprenticeship program available here at Wiggle Butt Inn. We want to help you grow. There will be opportunities for advancement if you excel!

QUALIFICATIONS

  • High school diploma or equivalent
  • Previous experience in a pet salon or pet care environment is a plus
  • Excellent work history and references

JOB DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES

  • bathing, drying, brushing and learning all coat types
  • perform specialized spa treatment
  • ear cleaning
  • nail trimming/filing
  • some final grooming elements of the pets
  • trimming feet, pads and minor shaping on some breeds
  • cleaning and some opening and closing duties

REQUIREMENTS

  • Detail oriented
  • Note and notify staff of any abnormal signs or behaviors animals may display, (know signs of distress and common diseases) ask questions there are never too many questions when animals well-beings are at stake.
  • Demonstrate positive attitude towards pets, co-workers, and customers. Passion for animals. Humanely and gently handle animals at all times.
  • Having the ability to read an animal and it’s behavior, know when animal is stressed, agitated, aggressive, friendly, submissive etc. Never put oneself or others at risk.
  • Computer literate with ability to use in-house software
  • Genuine liking for people with a desire to make the customer experience and the employee work experience pleasant, welcoming, and memorable.
  • Communicating and connecting company mission and values to daily operations

OTHER SKILLS & ABILITIES

  • Be able to lift 50 lbs.
  • Be in good physical condition, able to squat, stoop, bend, and lift
  • Must be willing to maintain the highest standards in cleanliness

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $13.50 per hour

Supplemental pay types:

  • Tips

Work Location: In person

Salary : $14

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