Job Description:
Join a Team Passionate About Pets and the People Who Love ThemPet Wants is more than a pet store. We are a personal-owned and operated business providing the simplest, most convenient path to pet wellness. With our nutritious food, products, and services we are the community resource for helping pets live better lives. Every role at Pet Wants contributes to our goal of improving the lives of dogs, cats, and their families. Join a team that values compassion, integrity, teamwork, and a love for animals. Job IntroPet Wants Wheaton is seeking a passionate and professional Dog Groomer to join our growing wellness-focused team. We believe grooming is more than a haircut. It is an important part of a pet's overall health and well-being. We are looking for a groomer who values quality over quantity, enjoys building relationships with clients, and wants to be part of a supportive, education-driven environment.
Key Responsibilities
What You'll Do:- Perform breed-specific and pet trims according to client requests and company standards
- Safely bathe, dry, brush, and style dogs of various breeds, sizes, and coat types
- Conduct pre-groom wellness assessments and identify potential health concerns
- Educate pet parents on coat care, nutrition, skin health, and overall wellness
- Maintain accurate grooming notes and client records
- Recommend grooming schedules and appropriate wellness products
- Ensure a clean, organized, and sanitary grooming environment
- Communicate professionally with clients regarding grooming expectations and pet needs
- Follow all safety, handling, and animal welfare protocols
Experience/Qualifications
Who We're Looking ForMinimum 1 year of professional grooming experience preferred
Ability to complete full grooms independently
Strong scissoring, clipping, bathing, and finishing skills
Positive attitude and team-oriented mindset
Passion for pet health, nutrition, and wellness
Excellent communication and customer service skills
Reliable, organized, and professional
Desire to continue learning and growing within the grooming industry
Genuine love for animals and their well-being
Physical Requirements:- Ability to stand for extended periods
- Ability to lift and handle pets weighing up to 50 pounds (with assistance available when needed)
- Comfortable working around water, pet hair, grooming tools, and cleaning products
- Ability to safely restrain and handle pets of varying sizes and temperaments
- CultureWhy Join Pet Wants?
- Wellness-focused team culture
- Supportive and collaborative environment
- Pet parents who prioritize quality care for their pets
- Continuing education and professional development opportunities
- Flexible scheduling options
- Personalized, one-on-one approach to pet care
- National brand support and resources
- BenefitsCompensation & Benefits
- Competitive compensation based on experience and qualifications
- Flexible scheduling
- Continuing education opportunities
- Employee discounts on products and services
- Career development within a growing national brand
- Apply TodayIf you're looking for a rewarding opportunity where you can grow professionally, make a meaningful impact, and work alongside people who care deeply about pets and their wellbeing, we'd love to hear from you.
Pet Wants is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
We are committed to creating an inclusive workplace where all employees and applicants are treated with respect and dignity. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other protected status under applicable federal, state, or local law.
PET WANTS® is a registered trademark of Pet Wants Franchise System, LLC and each Pet Wants location is an independently owned and licensed user of that trademark. Proprietary and confidential property of Pet Wants Franchise System, LLC are used under license.
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