Part-Time Bather/Outline Trim Specialist at Furry Land Milwaukee — Waukesha, WI

Benefits

• 401(k)
• Employee discounts
• Free food & snacks
• Training & development
• Wellness resources

Furry Land Mobile Grooming – Milwaukee, WI

Job Overview

***Professional Bathing Experience Required***

Join our dynamic team as a Part-Time Bather & Outline Trim Specialist, where your passion for animals and attention to detail will shine! In this lively role, you will be responsible for providing exceptional grooming services that ensure pets look and feel their best. Your energetic approach will help create a positive experience for both pets and their owners, fostering trust and satisfaction. This position offers a fantastic opportunity to develop your skills in pet care, grooming techniques, and animal handling while working in a supportive environment dedicated to animal well-being.

Duties

• Safely bathe and dry pets, ensuring thorough cleaning and comfort during the process
• Perform precise outline trims and pet coat styling to meet owner specifications and breed standards
• Handle animals gently and confidently, utilizing proper restraint techniques to ensure safety for pets and staff
• Assist with pet nail trimming, ear cleaning, and other grooming maintenance tasks
• Communicate effectively with pet owners about grooming preferences, special needs, and aftercare instructions
• Maintain a clean and organized grooming station, adhering to sanitation protocols
• Assist with animal handling during grooming procedures, including kennel management and pet sitting as needed

Skills

• Experience in dog training, pet grooming, or veterinary settings is highly desirable
• Strong animal handling skills, including canine and feline handling techniques
• Knowledge of veterinary procedures such as veterinary technician or assistant experience is a plus
• Familiarity with pet coat styling, pet nail trimming, and animal restraint methods
• Excellent customer service skills with the ability to communicate clearly with pet owners
• Ability to perform heavy lifting safely when handling larger animals or equipment
• Prior kennel experience or pet sitting background is beneficial for understanding animal behavior and care needs

This role is ideal for motivated individuals who love working with animals and want to make a positive impact through quality grooming services. We value energetic team players committed to animal care excellence!

Work Location: Mobile; services performed at client's homes in our vans.