Julington Creek Animal Walk is a busy family owned luxury pet resort with grooming, daycare, boarding, a 9 acre Dog Park and an animal hospital. We are looking for an experienced pet bather to join our team. One year experience bathing dogs and cats preferred but we are willing to train the right candidate with a great attitude. Grooming assistants must be able to lead and control all size dogs to and from bathing area and kennel and occasionally Animal Hospital. Lift all size dogs and cats into bathing tub. Must control pets while lifting them over 36" high into the bathing tub. Secure pets in the tub. Apply water, shampoo, conditioner, flea or other treatments as needed. Other tasks include express anal glands of dogs and clean ears, brush teeth, lift pets out of bathing tub and towel dry, force-air dry and/or place in cage dryers, as needed. Walk and water pets. Clean bathing room (could include using a squeegee, sweeping, mopping, drying the floor, if needed, lifting rubber mats off floor, cleaning rubber mats, cleaning cages, cleaning windows and equipment as needed), laundry, cleaning enclosures and assist any doctor, manager, supervisor, or any other area, as needed. Control all size dogs and cats (in & out of suites, condos); lift & carry approx. 50 lbs (may obtain assistance for larger dogs); use and manipulate water hose in bathing tub; remain alert to details of canine and feline body language and postures to recognize threats of aggression or flight; respond and move quickly to avoid injury or restrain a pet. Must be able to stand for long periods of time. Dealing with wet dogs and cats and lots of hair. Must be able to handle pets in a safe and compassionate manner while assuring that the quality of bathing is maintained. Pre-employment background check and drug screen is required. This is a morning job. Bathers start work at 6:45 am and work until done, usually 1-3 pm. Must have reliable transportation. Days of the week flexible but must be able to work weekends. If not available to work weekends or mornings, no need to apply. There aren't any night shifts available.

Pay:

$15.00 - $16.00 per hour

Benefits:

Dental insurance Employee discount Health insurance Life insurance Paid time off Vision insurance

Work Location:

In person