Pay Growth
?
out of 5
Not enough data
Not enough info to score pay or growth
Part-Time Grooming Assistant / Groomer
Job
Petite Paw Grooming LLC
Danville, VT (In Person)
$34,320 Salary, Part-Time
Review key factors to help you decide if the role fits your goals.
Job Security
?
out of 5
Not enough data
Calculating job security score...
Total Score
46
out of 100
Average of individual scores
Skill Insights
Compare your current skills to what this opportunity needs—we'll show you what you already have and what could strengthen your application.
Job Description
Overview Join our holistic, luxury, small dog grooming team as a Part-Time Grooming Assistant (with chance to move up to being a Groomer) and become a vital part of our pet care team! This energetic role offers the opportunity to work closely with small dogs, ensuring they look and feel their best while providing exceptional customer service to pet owners. If you're passionate about animal care, enjoy working in a lively yet calm environment, and thrive on making a positive impact on pets' lives, this position is perfect for you. We are committed to quality over quantity and humanity over vanity in our holistic salon. Visit our website for more about what we offer - www.petitepawgrooming.com I will be filling this position between July 20th - August 3rd, 2026. Responsibilities Assist with bathing, grooming, and drying pets to ensure they are clean, comfortable, and well-presented Handle animals safely and gently, using proper restraint techniques to reduce stress and ensure safety for both pets and staff Support groomers with equipment setup, cleaning tools, and maintaining a tidy grooming area throughout the day Monitor animals during grooming procedures, observing for signs of distress or health issues Provide excellent customer service by communicating with pet owners about their pets' grooming needs and progress Assist with pet handling during drop-off and pick-up processes, ensuring smooth and positive experiences for clients Perform salon cleaning duties at the end of the day to help maintain a sanitary and organized workspace Experience Prior experience in pet grooming or animal handling is highly preferred Experience working with dogs outside of personal pets is preferred Ability to understand dogs body language or an eagerness to learn Strong customer service skills with a friendly, professional demeanor Familiarity with animal restraint techniques and pet grooming procedures enhances effectiveness in this role Must be 18+ and have reliable transportation Availability to work Sunday Advancement Available! If you have grooming experience already there is availability for advancement to a part-time groomer position once I have fully trained you in my procedures and techniques. Pay scale for the Groomer position is based on skill and may be hourly or commission based, depending on the situation. But it would be more than the pay scale shown in this listing. Embark on a rewarding journey where your love for animals makes a real difference! We value energetic individuals eager to grow their skills in pet care. Join us today to help pets look their best and feel loved!