Dog Bather at MORRIS ANIMAL INN INC

Boonton, New Jersey, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

16 Dec, 25

Salary

15.5

Posted On

17 Sep, 25

Experience

0 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Comfort Around Dogs, Cleaning Duties, Team-Oriented Mindset, Time Management, English Proficiency, Physical Ability

Industry

Veterinary Services

Description

Description Morris Animal Inn is a family-owned and operated luxury pet resort offering the finest in lodging, grooming, training, and daycare for dogs and cats. Our busy Grooming Salon is now hiring a Permanent Part-Time Dog Bather to join our team in our Montville facility. No prior professional experience is required—but a natural comfort around dogs of all sizes is essential! The starting rate is $15.50/hour, with additional pay considerations for candidates with prior pet care or grooming experience. This is a great opportunity for anyone interested in a career in dog grooming. Eligible employees may qualify for Tuition Assistance toward earning a professional dog grooming certification. What You’ll Be Doing Bathing, drying, and brushing dogs using professional tools and products Cleaning ears, trimming nails, and brushing teeth Monitoring dogs for safety throughout the grooming process Maintaining a clean and sanitary work environment Collaborating with team members to ensure a positive experience for pets and their owners Gathering information from pet owners and updating pet records Morris Animal Inn is proud to offer Hands-on training—no prior grooming experience required Path to full-time employment with benefits, based on performance and business need Career growth opportunities with a transparent advancement structure Education Assistance Program to support professional development in pet care & grooming Employee discounts on dog daycare and other services Weekly pay with direct deposit option A unique and innovative Rewards and Recognition program that celebrates staff contributions What We’re Looking For Must be able to confidently handle dogs of all breeds and sizes; from the teacup type to the 'are you sure that's not a horse?' and everything in between. Willingness to perform cleaning duties related to animal care Team-oriented mindset with strong time management skills Ability to read and write in English (for documentation, communication, and safety procedures) Physical ability to stand/walk for long periods and lift up to 40 lbs Weekend and holiday availability is required APPLY NOW! At Morris Animal Inn, our people make the difference. We’re proud to foster a team that shares our passion for compassionate, professional pet care. To learn more and view all current openings, visit our Careers Page: https://www.morrisanimalinn.com/about-us/careers/

Responsibilities

The Dog Bather will be responsible for bathing, drying, and brushing dogs, as well as performing cleaning duties related to animal care. They will also monitor dogs for safety and maintain a clean work environment.