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.
Job Overview Join our vibrant team as a Part-Time Pet Bather & Grooming Assistant, where your passion for animals and dedication to exceptional pet care will shine! In this lively role, you will assist with bathing, grooming, and handling a variety of pets, ensuring they look and feel their best. Your enthusiasm and attention to detail will help create a positive experience for both pets and their owners. This position offers a fantastic opportunity to develop your skills in pet grooming, animal handling, and customer service while working in a dynamic environment that celebrates the love of animals. Responsibilities Assist with bathing, drying, brushing, and pet coat styling to meet grooming standards and owner preferences Handle animals safely and gently during grooming procedures, ensuring proper restraint and comfort Support groomers with pet handling tasks, including nail trimming, ear cleaning, oter minor touch ups Communicate effectively with groomers , regarding grooming services, pet behavior, and special care instructions Maintain cleanliness of bathing room, tools, and equipment to ensure a hygienic environment Assist with kennel duties such as cleaning, and monitoring pets' health and behavior Support team members with heavy lifting of supplies or pets when necessary to ensure safety and efficiency Requirements Genuine love for animals with experience in pet handling or animal care preferred Professional animal experience is preferred. Experience in a grooming salon, veterinary clinic, boarding facility, daycare, kennel, or similar animal care setting is strongly preferred. Ability to handle animals safely using proper restraint methods; experience with animal restraint is beneficial Excellent communication skills for engaging with pet owners and team members Ability to perform physical tasks including heavy lifting and standing for extended periods Strong customer service orientation with a positive attitude towards teamwork and animal welfareJoin us in creating happy, healthy pets while developing your skills in a supportive environment that values your passion for animals!
Pay:
$12.00 - $14.00 per hour
Benefits:
Employee discount Flexible schedule Paid training Professional development assistance Tools provided