Pet Bather
Swann Animal Clinic and Sidekicks Stay & Play, Amarillo, Texas, United States, 79101
Pet Bather Position
At Sidekicks Stay & Play, we're not just looking for a full-time pet bather. We're seeking an energetic, compassionate, and ambitious individual who loves people and pets to join our supportive team. If you're passionate about pets and enjoy working in a collaborative environment, we'd love to hear from you. Responsibilities: Assisting in the check-in and check-out of grooming pets Set up and clean up spa and bathing areas Bath and dry dogs of all breeds, weights, fur types, and personalities. Prep work: including shaving paw pads and sanitary areas, brushing, nail trims, anal-gland expression, ear cleaning, teeth brushing, and facials. Documentation, logging, and communication: utilizing our computer systems to document pet details, take before/after photos, and communicate with clients. Inventory & equipment maintenance: responsible for performing maintenance on grooming equipment and communicating about supply needs. Assisting assigned groomer: helping with restraint, creative dye, etc. Other duties as assigned. Weekly schedule: Follows groomer schedule; general schedule is: General shifts are Monday-Friday 7am-3pm (hours will vary pending efficiency and grooming dogs per day. We expect you to average 35 hours per week). Some holidays/weekends Opportunities for additional hours are available. Requirements: Six months of bathing experience is preferred but not required High school diploma/GED required Ability to stand for prolonged periods Ability to lift 45lb unassisted, 100lbs + with assistance Coachable attitude, positive outlook, dedication to making a positive impact Benefits: Ability to pick up extra hours in other entry-level positions at Sidekicks Stay & Play, especially near weekends/holidays. At Swann Animal Clinic, part-time employees receive discounts on services and inventory for boarding, daycare, grooming, and veterinary services (with some minor exceptions). Growth: opportunities to learn and grow in grooming, leadership, and more. Salary: $8.50-$11/hr.
At Sidekicks Stay & Play, we're not just looking for a full-time pet bather. We're seeking an energetic, compassionate, and ambitious individual who loves people and pets to join our supportive team. If you're passionate about pets and enjoy working in a collaborative environment, we'd love to hear from you. Responsibilities: Assisting in the check-in and check-out of grooming pets Set up and clean up spa and bathing areas Bath and dry dogs of all breeds, weights, fur types, and personalities. Prep work: including shaving paw pads and sanitary areas, brushing, nail trims, anal-gland expression, ear cleaning, teeth brushing, and facials. Documentation, logging, and communication: utilizing our computer systems to document pet details, take before/after photos, and communicate with clients. Inventory & equipment maintenance: responsible for performing maintenance on grooming equipment and communicating about supply needs. Assisting assigned groomer: helping with restraint, creative dye, etc. Other duties as assigned. Weekly schedule: Follows groomer schedule; general schedule is: General shifts are Monday-Friday 7am-3pm (hours will vary pending efficiency and grooming dogs per day. We expect you to average 35 hours per week). Some holidays/weekends Opportunities for additional hours are available. Requirements: Six months of bathing experience is preferred but not required High school diploma/GED required Ability to stand for prolonged periods Ability to lift 45lb unassisted, 100lbs + with assistance Coachable attitude, positive outlook, dedication to making a positive impact Benefits: Ability to pick up extra hours in other entry-level positions at Sidekicks Stay & Play, especially near weekends/holidays. At Swann Animal Clinic, part-time employees receive discounts on services and inventory for boarding, daycare, grooming, and veterinary services (with some minor exceptions). Growth: opportunities to learn and grow in grooming, leadership, and more. Salary: $8.50-$11/hr.