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Tails of Hilton Pet Grooming

Dog Bather

Pay: $31,200/yr

Posted: 07/18/2026

Location: Newport News, VA (Onsite)

Last Updated: 1 day ago

Hours: Part-Time

Expires: 10/15/2026

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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.

$32,426 / year median in Virginia

+11% projected growth

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Job Description

Dog Bather Tails of Hilton Pet Grooming Newport News, VA Job Details Part-time From $15 an hour 2 hours ago Qualifications Companion animal handling Customer communication Heavy lifting Pet coat styling In-person customer service Dog handling Communication with pet owners Pet ear cleaning Pet nail trimming Clean workspace maintenance Salon maintenance Entry level Pet care facility sanitization Full Job Description Overview Join Tails of Hilton as a Dog Bather, where your passion for pets and dedication to their well-being will shine! Whether you have experience, or are wanting to start a new career in the pet field, you will love our salon! As a dog bather, you will be responsible for providing bathing services that keep dogs happy, healthy, and looking their best. This position offers an exciting opportunity to work closely with a variety of breeds and sizes, ensuring each pet receives personalized care in a friendly, low stress environment. Your expertise will help create positive experiences for pets and their owners alike, making every day rewarding and fulfilling. Responsibilities Safely handle dogs of all sizes and temperaments during bathing, grooming, and drying processes Perform pet coat styling, trimming nails, cleaning ears, and other grooming tasks with precision and care Restrain animals gently but effectively to ensure safety during grooming procedures Communicate clearly with pet owners about pets needs, special instructions, and aftercare recommendations Maintain cleanliness of grooming stations, tools, and equipment to uphold hygiene standards. Qualifications Must love dogs! A genuine love for animals combined with a professional attitude and attention to detail Experience in dog handling, pet grooming, or animal care is highly preferred by not necessary. I am willing to train the right person! Strong customer service skills with the ability to communicate effectively with pet owners Ability to perform heavy lifting when necessary for handling larger dogs or equipment Join us in creating the best experience and a positive environment where pets are pampered and owners feel confident in the care their furry friends receive. Your skills will make a difference every day!

Pay:

From $15.00 per hour

Work Location:

In person