Grooming Tech in Training

This position is responsible bathing and brushing dogs in preparation for grooming.

Responsibilities:

• Deliver world class customer satisfaction to customers and pets
• Book appointments and greet pets upon check-in Follow bathing/brushing procedures as outlined by Groomer Manager
• Clean ears and clip nails
• Adhere to customer instruction
• Talk to dog or use other techniques to keep dog calm
• Answer phone and schedule customer appointments
• Complete and maintain customer and company forms
• Fill out required grooming forms accurately
• Observe all safety rules and procedures and adhere to safety standards
• Sweep, vacuum, clean and sanitize cages, tubs, and other cleaning as needed to adhere to standards
• Assist in store operations as needed

Education :

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Any suitable combination of education and experience will be considered.

Professional Certifications :None

Other knowledge, skills or abilities :

• Operate and use all grooming tools and equipment including bathing tubs, brushes, steel combs, barber shears, scissors, clippers, driers, and bathing products such as perfumed shampoo and soaps
• Communicate effectively with customers Display compassion with animals and treat them accordingly Exhibit attention to detail Read, write, and count to accurately complete all documentation
• Lift and carry pets generally weighing 0-50 pounds Work varied hours, days, nights and weekends as business needs dictate Stand and walk for long periods of time
• Safely work around pets and pets waste