Groomer - Wag N Wash at WAG N WASH

Bethesda, Maryland, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

10 Jun, 26

Salary

19.0

Posted On

12 Mar, 26

Experience

0 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Grooming, Brushing, Bathing, Conditioning, Styling, Safety Policies, Customer Service, Communication, Animal Behavior, Scheduling, Cleaning, Carding, Hand Stripping, Commission Earning, Lifting

Industry

Retail

Description

Overview Do you understand that cats and dogs are more than just pets - they're cherished members of your family? Besides making pets look fabulous, our Groomers are also comforters, great listeners and problem solvers. They’re like-minded pet lovers whose passion is obvious in their work. We are looking for Experienced Groomers to join our pack! *Sign-on bonus for New Groomer hires with 1+ years of experience!* Responsibilities/Qualifications What You’ll Do To give our furry clients the ultimate “spaw day” experience, we need groomers that can: Provide grooming services, like brushing, bathing, and conditioning for pets Groom and style pets per owners’ instruction and/or according to breed standards Follow all company safety policies to keep you and our neighbor’s pets safe Develop long-term relationships with neighbors by understanding their needs and recommending products and services that will keep their pet healthy and happy Community outreach to attract new neighbors into our store Successful completion of safety training certification Utilize the instore scheduling tool and assist neighbors in booking appointments Perform routine cleaning to keep the grooming environment fun and inviting What You Need to Get the Job Done A High school diploma or GED. 1-year or more of grooming experience with formal training certification and/or experience under an established certified groomer. Have excellent communication skills Have exceptional Customer Service skills Ensure that all pets are safe during the grooming process Be able to cut to AKC Breed Standards and perform skills such as carding and hand stripping (training is available) Have a sound understanding of animal behavior Earn commission consistently Ability to move or lift merchandise, equipment or pets weighing up to 50 pounds Be able to stand, bend or stoop for extended periods of time Ability to provide your own equipment (clippers/blades/scissors/etc.) Candidates must be flexible in working evenings, weekends and holidays Candidates must pass the drug screening (in applicable states) and be 18 years or older What Will Make Us REALLY Love You You’re an excellent listener and communicator who can help pet parents with their concerns, wants, and needs. You’re a self-starter who can work independently and collaboratively when necessary. You’re a detail-oriented master at planning, prioritizing and meeting deadlines in a fast-paced environment. You’re no stranger to adhering to safety standards as demonstrated by your ability to work safely. Why Us: 50% Commission or Hourly Rate Training & Career Growth Paid Time Off (Full-Time) Medical, Dental & Vision Plans (Full-Time) Health Savings & Flexible Spending Accounts (Full-Time) Employee Discounts About Pet Supplies Plus Pet Supplies Plus is focused on making it easier to get better products for your pet. With over 750 locations in 44 states, the stores have a streamlined design making it easy to navigate a wide assortment of natural foods, hard goods and pet services. Friendly, knowledgeable staff get to know each pet and their owner by name and provide playful store experiences to remind them just how fun it is to own a pet. Pet Supplies Plus stores are large enough to house an incredible variety of food and equipment, yet small enough to still feel neighborly.Pet Supplies Plus is ranked No. 21 overall in Entrepreneur Magazine's 2024 Franchise 500® list and is the Top Full-Service Pet Supplies Franchise for its exceptional performance in areas including financial strength and stability, growth rate and system size. For more information, please visit www.petsuppliesplus.com. EOE STATEMENT We provide equal employment opportunities to all applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, or genetics. In addition to federal law requirements, the company complies with applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment. Min USD $18.15/Hr. Max USD $19.00/Hr.

Responsibilities

Groomers are responsible for providing comprehensive grooming services, including brushing, bathing, and styling pets according to owner instructions or breed standards, while ensuring all safety policies are followed. They must also develop long-term customer relationships by understanding needs and recommending appropriate products and services.