Dog Groomer

5G Dogtopia • Indianapolis, IN

10d

About The Position

Do you LOVE dogs? Would you love to WORK with dogs? Dogtopia is looking for fellow dog lovers to join our growing team as a Dog Groomer! Dogtopia is the industry leader in dog daycare where health and safety is always our #1 priority. We provide a fun, fast-paced work environment that focuses on team culture and always makes it the Most Exciting Day Ever! Purpose Beyond Profit We “Enhance the joy of dog parenthood...” by providing clean, safe, and educational dog daycare to our furry guests and their pet parents. We believe in creating better canine citizens by truly S.E.E.ing (Socializing, Exercising, and Educating) each dog; which we believe helps keep dogs in their loving, forever homes and out of shelters. We also “...Enable dogs to positively change our world” through our Dogtopia Foundation. Our foundation features three worthy causes: sponsoring service dogs for returning service veterans, youth literacy programs, and initiatives to employ adults with autism. We host weekly Foundation fundraising events within our daycare center, including fun photo booth days, special treats, and dog arts and crafts. The Role Dog Groomer Purpose of the Job: Perform exceptional dog grooming services including haircuts, baths, nail trims, teeth brushing, etc.

Requirements

• Must have your own set of professional grooming tools
• High school Diploma or Equivalent
• Grooming certificate preferred
• Minimum of 2 years of professional grooming experience in a salon or a graduate of a grooming school with a minimum of 1 year of professional grooming experience in a salon
• Time management
• Strong customer service skills
• Ability to learn new processes and software specific to the business
• Ability to problem-solve
• Strong verbal communication skills
• Attention to detail and the ability to multitask and prioritize
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team
• Has a positive attitude and is willing to contribute to a positive team culture
• Proficiency in all breed standard haircuts
• Able to groom an average of 5-6 dogs per day.
• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds
• Ability to bend, twist, stoop, lift, reach, kneel, crouch, push, pull, handle grooming equipment, type on a keyboard and use a computer mouse.

Nice To Haves

• Grooming certificate preferred

Responsibilities

• Provide compassionate care to all grooming dogs
• Follow dog breed standards and Pet Parent's instructions for clipping and trimming coats
• Discuss with Pet Parents their pets’ grooming needs, identify services, and set expectations
• Make recommendations for styles, maintenance, and products
• Communicate if/when style/cut is not possible for safety reasons
• Assist PPCs in ensuring vaccines are up to date
• Record necessary information, pertaining to a dog’s groom (tools/techniques used), temperament and/or potential health concerns in our POS system
• Use proper dog handling/safety procedures in line with Dogtopia training
• Equipment upkeep and care
• Complete cleaning tasks as required
• Perform other duties as assigned
• Embodies the NBD of Dogtopia through the Dogtopia-isms: We LOVE life unconditionally like a dog We STAY loyal to our pack We CHASE the absolute highest standards of safety We PLAY to our full potential We TREAT every day like It’s the Most Exciting Day Ever
• Maintains confidentiality in Dogtopia practices and all aspects of the business
• Welcomes all customers promptly and professionally
• Effectively communicates coat care, health, and behavior concerns with customers in a professional manner
• Schedule appointments through our systems
• Checking dogs in and out in our POS system, including collecting payment

Benefits

• 50% Commission on grooming and bathing services
• Bring your dog to work!
• Team member referral bonuses of up to $500 each
• Medical, vision, and dental insurance available
• Access to free mental health care tools
• Birthday bonus
• Team support bonuses for filling in when needed
• Competitive pay with bi-annual check-ins and reviews
• Holiday bonuses as well as holiday pay
• Opportunities for cross-training and company advancement
• A strong, positive team culture that values inclusivity and transparency
• Hands-on managers who work side-by-side with our team
• Personal development opportunities in the dog industry, as well as sales, customer service, and dog behavior and handling
• Paid online Dogtopia Connect training prior to your first day
• A companywide focus on health and safety – pups and people
• Some courses in Dogtopia Connect are industry certifications and are eligible for CEUs through the CCPDT

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED