Animal Groomer and Bather jobs in Rockford, IL

Are you passionate about working with animals and have a flair for grooming? If so, we have an exciting opportunity for you to join our team at New Horizon Kennel as a full-time Animal Groomer! We offer a competitive pay structure for this position. Commissioned for full grooms, and hourly for other services. This position will typically work five 8 am - 6 pm shifts per week, between Monday and Sunday. Your shifts may change depending on our business needs. Apply today to join our amazing team!

THE PERKS OF JOINING US

• A retirement plan
• A flexible spending account (FSA) for health care and dependent care
• Paid time off (PTO)
• Employee discounts
• Professional development assistance

MORE ABOUT US

In operation since 2012, we have a stellar reputation in our community and the surrounding region as a modern pet care facility committed to quality services and excellent care for dogs and cats. We uphold the highest standards and do our utmost to provide a safe, comfortable, and engaging environment. Our high-performance services include grooming, lodging, training, enrichment playgroups, and more! We're not only a great place for pets to play but a great place for animal lovers to work. We offer competitive pay, great benefits, career development opportunities, and a positive work culture. Join us!

YOUR DAY-TO-DAY

Your primary responsibilities will include performing full grooms, bathing, and nail care for our beloved furry clients. You will have the opportunity to showcase your expertise in giving them the perfect haircut, ensuring their coats are clean and shiny, and providing essential nail care to keep them looking and feeling their best. Additionally, you will play a vital role in maintaining a clean and safe environment within our SPAW, adhering to strict hygiene and safety protocols to guarantee the well-being of both our furry friends and our team members. You will also be responsible for charting and effectively communicating with our Client Services Team, ensuring that all necessary information is shared and the grooming needs of our clients are met.

Here's what you need:

• At least one year of experience
• Computer skills
• Abillity to perform the physical requirements of the position, such as standing for extended periods and lifting 50 lbs.

Is being ethical important to you? Are you attentive to detail? Do you have excellent critical thinking skills? Can you present yourself professionally? Do you always come to work with a positive attitude? Are you a reliable self-starter? If yes, we need you on our team!

ARE YOU EXCITED ABOUT THIS JOB?

If you believe that this position matches your requirements, applying for it is a breeze. The whole application process can be completed in under 3 minutes. Best of luck!