Bather at PET PROS LLC DBA EARTHWISE PET

Shorewood, Wisconsin, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

04 Jun, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

06 Mar, 26

Experience

0 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Dog Bathing, Animal Handling, Brushing, Nail Trimming, Ear Cleaning, Drying, Grooming Preparation, Sanitation, Lifting, Customer Service, Communication, Pet Care, Teamwork

Industry

Retail

Description

Description We are seeking an experienced, detail-oriented Dog Bather to join our professional pet care team in the Milwaukee/Shorewood area. In this role, you will provide high-quality bathing services for dogs of all breeds and sizes. The ideal candidate will have prior experience in dog bathing or grooming, strong animal handling skills, and a genuine love for pets. This is an exciting opportunity to work in a fast-paced, supportive environment where animal care and customer satisfaction are top priorities. Key Responsibilities Safely handle and bathe dogs of various sizes and temperaments Perform brushing, nail trimming, ear cleaning, and drying Follow breed standards or client instructions for grooming prep Maintain the cleanliness and sanitation of the grooming area and tools Identify and report signs of illness, stress, or injury to leadership or the veterinary team Assist with basic pet care tasks as needed (feeding, comfort care, etc.) Support other departments as needed (kennel, retail, vet handling, etc.) Practice safe lifting techniques when handling pets or equipment Qualifications Minimum 1 year of professional dog bathing or grooming experience required Comfortable handling dogs of all breeds, sizes, and behavior types Familiarity with grooming tools, shampoos, and breed-specific needs Ability to lift 45+ lbs and stand for extended periods Excellent customer service and communication skills Veterinary assistant or kennel experience is a plus Dependable, proactive, and team-oriented Why Join Us Multiple locations available across the Milwaukee/Shorewood area Collaborative team that values professionalism and compassion Opportunities to grow into grooming or veterinary roles Apply today if you're an experienced dog bather ready to make a difference in the lives of pets and their people. Requirements General: Customer/Guest service and retail experience, preferably in the pet industry. Knowledge of pet related products. Willingness to learn all aspects of pet grooming. Working Environment: This job operates in a retail environment with merchandise displays and inventory items available for purchase. Position Type/Expected Hours of Work: This is a variable hour position, days and hours of work will vary. This position requires the flexibility to work within our normal store operating hours, including before and/or after hours and weekends. Overtime may be required at times. Travel: Occasional travel to other stores, meetings and events, at times before or after hours, is expected with this position. Required Education/Experience: High school diploma or GED Other Duties Please note that this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

Responsibilities

The primary duties involve safely bathing dogs of all sizes and temperaments, performing preparatory grooming tasks like brushing, nail trimming, and drying according to standards or client instructions. Responsibilities also include maintaining the cleanliness of the grooming area and assisting with basic pet care and support tasks for other departments.