Animal Groomer and Bather jobs in Tampa, FL

Perks and Benefits:

• Competitive hourly base pay, plus tips
• Free monthly services for your pup!
• Merit-based pay increases
• Flexible schedule - daytime hours only
• SATURDAY AVAILABILITY REQUIRED

About the Position:
The Dog Bather is a fundamental position at Scenthound, offering quick and efficient services that meet Scenthound offering quick and efficient services that help remove barriers so people and love and connect with their dogs every day. A wellness-focused dog groomer, Scenthound Scent-techs, or dog bathers provide baths, ear cleaning, nail clipping and teeth brushing along with additional services including shedding treatments, medicated baths and brush and blow-outs.

This position requires:

• Strength to lift up to 70 pounds; stamina to stand for long periods of time
• Reliable transportation
• Willingness to work in a smoke-free environment
• Weekend availability a must
• a LOVE for pups, of course!

Who We Are Looking For:
We are searching for a detail-oriented team member who has a passion for keeping dogs clean and healthy! A successful Dog Bather is resilient, perceptive, patient, adaptable, and a compassionate dog lover! We are looking for a motivated team member who wants to advance their career through our training path to become a Scenthound Groomer!

Tasks:

• Clean and/ or prep dogs for grooming, according to the order ticket
• Bathe, blow dry, clip/ grind nails, clean ears, brush coat, clean teeth, express glands
• Identify the dog’s health indicators and input them into a S.C.E.N.T. Check app
• Work on a team to complete the services ordered
• Assist others/ Ask others for assistance when needed to keep Scenter on schedule
• Ensure the safety of dogs and team members at all times
• Adhere to Scenthound sanitary and cleaning practices
• Perform other tasks and duties as assigned by the Scenter Manager

Skills and Abilities:

• Dog Control
• Effective communication with team members and dog parents
• Teamwork and collaboration
• Problem-solving
• Attention to detail
• Time-management
• Patience
• Ability to self-critique; hold oneself and others to Scenthound standards