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Dirty Dog Grooming

Experienced Pet Groomer

Pay: $62,400/yr

Posted: 7 weeks ago

Location: Arlington Heights, IL (Onsite)

Last Updated: 1 day ago

Hours: Full-Time

Expires: 10/15/2026

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What they do

An Animal Care Worker or Manager manages animal care and grooming for a retail store that sells pets or for a pet grooming business. May also provide animal care and grooming at a kennel. Works with animals in shelters or rescue organizations. Works primarily with dogs and cats. Assists veterinarians with vaccinations or other procedures; screens people who want to adopt an animal from a shelter and provides information about caring for animals.

$29,825 / year median in Illinois

+14% projected growth

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Job Description

We're looking for an experienced Pet Groomer (or a talented advanced grooming apprentice ) to join our busy and welcoming salon. We believe great grooming starts with great teamwork, and we're looking for someone who is positive, professional, and passionate about pets. ⭐ Hours Tuesday to Saturday 8:30 AM - 4:00 PM Enjoy a consistent schedule with evenings and Sundays off! ⭐ What You'll Be Doing Bathing, brushing, trimming, and styling pets to client specifications Ensuring the safety, comfort, and well-being of every pet in your care Handling dogs and cats with patience, confidence, and compassion Maintaining grooming tools and equipment Keeping the salon clean, organized, and sanitary Providing excellent customer service and building relationships with pet owners ⭐ What We're Looking For Previous pet grooming experience Knowledge of breed-specific grooming techniques for dogs and/or cats Strong pet handling and animal behavior awareness Excellent customer service and communication skills A positive attitude and team-oriented mindset ⭐ A Few Things to Know Advanced grooming apprentices are encouraged to apply! For consideration, please apply with resume and portfolio pictures Selected applicants will be invited for an in person interview. We value kindness, professionalism, and teamwork. Our salon has a friendly, drama-free culture, and we're committed to keeping it that way.

Job Types:

Full-time, Part-time Pay:

$600.00 - $1,800.00 per week

Benefits:

Employee discount Referral program People with a criminal record are encouraged to apply Shift availability: Day Shift (Preferred) Ability to

Commute:

Arlington Heights, IL 60004 (Required) Ability to

Relocate:

Arlington Heights, IL 60004: Relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location:

In person