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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
Job Description
ONLY SERIOUS INQUIRIES ONLY PLEASE!
!! We are immediately seeking a bather who can help bathe and dry dogs, plus provide other grooming-related services such as nail clipping, deshedding, brushouts, and more. Responsibilities to include but not limited to:- Washing and drying pets, nail cutting/grinding, and other add-on services according to the schedule
- Handling pets using positive reinforcement techniques, and safety equipment
- Keeping a clean environment daily.
- Must be able to safely lift 50 lbs, stand and lean over a bathtub for long periods of time, squat, bend, etc.