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Animal Trainer
Morristown, NJ
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Description Morris Animal Inn is a family-owned, award-winning pet resort with multiple locations in North New Jersey! We specialize in providing top-tier pet lodging, grooming, training, and daycare services. Honored as a NJ Family Business of the Year and recognized as one of the Best Places to Work in NJ, we are a team deeply passionate about the care we provide for dogs and cats. We are now hiring Part-Time and Full-Time Dog Bathers at our Morristown facility. This is a year-round position — not a seasonal role. If you are looking for summer-only employment, please visit our Careers page at morrisanimalinn.com/about-us/careers and check out our Seasonal Pet Care Specialist opening.
Schedule:
Shift lengths are determined by business needs and operational scheduling. Applicants must be available to start their shift as early as 7:00 AM on weekdays and be available to work between the hours of 8 AM- 4 PM on Saturdays and Sundays. Availability to work on some holidays is also required. No prior professional experience is required—but a natural comfort around dogs of all sizes is essential!
Pay:
Starting rate is $16.00-$18.00/hour, based on prior professional dog bathing/grooming experience. This is a great opportunity for anyone interested in a career in dog grooming! Employees may qualify for our Education Assistance Program to support earning a professional dog grooming certification. What You'll Be Doing Bathing, drying, and brushing dogs using company-provided professional tools and products Cleaning ears, trimming nails, and brushing teeth Monitoring dogs for safety throughout the grooming process Maintaining a clean and sanitary work environment Collaborating with team members to ensure a positive experience for pets and their owners Gathering information from pet owners and updating pet records Morris Animal Inn is proud to offer Hands-on training—no professional grooming experience required Potential to transition to a full-time position with comprehensive benefits (medical, dental, vision, paid time off, 401K with company match) based on performance and business needs Career growth opportunities with a transparent advancement structure Education Assistance Program to support professional development in pet care & grooming Employee discounts on dog daycare and other services A unique and innovative Rewards and Recognition program that celebrates staff contributions What We're Looking For Comfort and confidence handling dogs of all breeds and sizes, from the teacup type to the 'are you sure that's not a horse?' and everything in between. Willingness to perform cleaning duties related to animal care Team-oriented mindset with strong time management skills Capable of working in noisy environments and around dog and cat dander, waste, and cleaning chemicals Ability to communicate clearly and effectively in English, both verbally and in writing, including reading, comprehending, and analyzing written material Weekend and some holiday availability is required Physical Demands Prolonged periods of standing, often on hard surfaces Ability to safely handle animals of varying sizes, breeds, and temperaments Ability to lift, push, pull, and move equipment and supplies up to 40 pounds Frequent bending, kneeling, crouching, and reaching above shoulder level Ready to join our team? Apply today! At Morris Animal Inn, our people make the difference. We're proud to foster a team that shares our passion for compassionate, professional pet care. To learn more and view all current openings, visit our
