What are the responsibilities and job description for the Grooming Assistant position at Muddy Paws Grooming?
Job Overview
We are seeking a dedicated and passionate Grooming Assistant to join our team. In this role, you will support professional groomers in providing exceptional grooming services to pets, ensuring their comfort and safety throughout the grooming process. The ideal candidate will have a love for animals and a strong commitment to delivering excellent customer service.
Duties
- Assist groomers in bathing, drying, and grooming pets according to breed standards and client preferences.
- Handle and restrain animals safely during grooming procedures to ensure their comfort and safety.
- Maintain a clean and organized grooming area, including washing tools and equipment after use.
- Communicate effectively with pet owners regarding their pets' needs and any special instructions for care.
- Monitor the health and behavior of animals during grooming sessions, reporting any concerns to the groomer or management.
- Provide basic pet care services as Skills
- Experience in dog training or handling is highly desirable.
- Background as a veterinary assistant or veterinary technician is a plus.
- Strong customer service skills to interact positively with pet owners and address their concerns.
- Knowledge of pet care practices, including grooming techniques and animal behavior.
- Ability to handle various breeds of dogs and other animals with confidence and compassion.
- Familiarity with animal handling techniques to ensure safety for both pets and staff.
- Experience in pet sitting or general animal care is beneficial.
- Understanding of equine care can be an advantage for those working with larger animals.
Grooming Assistant – Full-Time & Part-Time Positions Available
Location: Muddy Paws – Oakley, CA
Oakley Muddy Paws is growing, and we’re looking to add two dedicated Grooming Assistants to our team—one full-time and one part-time!
We’re a passionate, high-energy grooming salon that prides itself on quality care, continuing education, and creating a positive, supportive environment for both our team and the dogs we love.
Responsibilities include:
- Bathing, drying, and brushing dogs of all breeds and sizes
- Nail trimming, ear cleaning, and other basic grooming tasks
- Assisting groomers during appointments
- Cleaning and maintaining the grooming area
- Providing gentle, compassionate handling at all times
- Greeting clients and checking in/out dogs
- Providing excellent customer service and communicating clearly with pet parents
- Answering phones and helping schedule appointments
Ideal candidate:
- Reliable, hard-working, and team-oriented
- Friendly, professional, and comfortable talking to clients
- Comfortable working with dogs of all temperaments and sizes
- Has experience in a grooming or animal care setting (preferred but not required)
- Eager to learn and grow in the grooming industry
- Must be able to lift 40 lbs
Benefits
- Paid time off (for full-time position):
- Ongoing training and education
- Opportunities for growth within the company
- Fun, dog-loving team culture!
Join our team today if you are passionate about animal care and looking to grow your skills in a supportive environment
If you have a passion for working with animals and enjoy connecting with people, we’d love to hear from you!
Job Types: Full-time, Part-time
Pay: From $17.50 per hour
Expected hours: 25 – 40 per week
Benefits:
- 401(k) matching
- Paid time off
Compensation Package:
- Tips
Schedule:
- Day shift
- No nights
Work Location: In person
Salary : $18