Pet Groomer A Cut Above Pet Salon - 5.0 Salt Lake City, UT Job Details Full-time $20 - $30 an hour 5 hours ago Qualifications Professional networking Companion animal handling Customer communication Nail care Heavy lifting Cleaning Full Job Description Job Summary Join our dynamic pet care team as a Pet Groomer, where your passion for animals and talent for grooming come together to create happy, healthy pets and satisfied pet owners. In this energetic role, you will provide expert grooming services, ensuring each pet looks and feels their best while maintaining their comfort and safety. Your skills in animal handling, coat styling, and customer communication will help foster trusting relationships with pet owners and contribute to a positive, lively environment. This paid position offers the opportunity to develop your grooming expertise while making a meaningful difference in pets' lives every day. Responsibilities Perform pet grooming services including bathing, brushing, trimming, styling, and pet nail trimming to meet owner specifications and breed standards Handle animals with care using animal restraint techniques to ensure safety for pets and staff during grooming procedures Communicate effectively with pet owners to understand grooming preferences, provide updates, and offer pet care advice Maintain a clean and organized grooming area, including sanitation of tools and equipment after each use Assist with pet handling tasks such as dog training, animal restraint, and general animal handling to ensure smooth grooming sessions Support veterinary staff by providing basic veterinary technician or assistant duties when needed, including animal care and monitoring health conditions Lift heavy equipment or pets safely when necessary to facilitate grooming or kennel activities Qualifications Prior experience in pet grooming or animal handling is highly preferred; certification in pet coat styling is a plus Knowledge of dog training, veterinary experience, veterinary technician or assistant experience enhances your ability to handle diverse pets confidently Strong dog handling skills and animal restraint techniques are essential for safe grooming sessions Excellent communication skills for engaging with pet owners and team members effectively Ability to perform pet nail trimming accurately and safely Experience with kennel management, pet sitting, or heavy lifting related to animal care is advantageous A genuine love for animals combined with a proactive attitude to learn new skills in pet grooming and care Join us as a Pet Groomer where your enthusiasm for animals fuels a lively environment dedicated to exceptional pet care!

Pay:

$20.00 - $30.00 per hour Expected hours: 40.0 per week

Work Location:

In person