Bather/Brusher

Pet Bather

Rufflections Pet Grooming – Marion, VA Job

Type: Part-Time or Full-Time

Rufflections Pet Grooming is looking for a dependable, hardworking Pet Bather/Grooming Assistant to join our team! We're a busy, established grooming salon that prides itself on quality care, safe handling, and creating a positive experience for every pet that comes through our doors. We're looking for someone who genuinely enjoys working with animals, has a strong work ethic, and understands that working with dogs involves a lot more than playing with puppies! Responsibilities - Bathing dogs of various breeds, sizes, and temperaments - Thoroughly drying, brushing, and preparing dogs for grooming - Performing nail trims and other basic grooming services as trained - Safely handling and restraining dogs - Recognizing signs of stress, discomfort, or behavioral concerns - Cleaning and sanitizing bathing stations, kennels, and equipment - Assisting groomers with daily salon operations - Maintaining a clean, safe, and organized work environment Qualifications - Must be reliable, punctual, and able to work as part of a team - Comfortable handling dogs of all sizes and temperaments - Physically capable of standing for extended periods, lifting, bending, and working in a fast-paced environment - Strong attention to detail and willingness to follow established procedures - Ability to take direction, accept feedback, and work independently once trained - Previous animal handling, veterinary, kennel, or grooming experience preferred but not required What We Offer - Hands-on training in professional bathing and grooming preparation - A supportive, experienced team - Opportunities to develop additional grooming and animal handling skills - A professional environment focused on pet safety and quality care - Potential for advancement for motivated individuals The Ideal Candidate We value reliability, initiative, patience, and a willingness to learn over experience alone. This is a physically demanding, hands-on position. You'll get wet, covered in hair, and occasionally deal with less-than-cooperative dogs. But for the right person, it's an incredibly rewarding career working with animals. Interested? Apply through Indeed with your resume and a brief description of any experience you have working with animals. Rufflections Pet Grooming is committed to providing safe, compassionate, professional care to every pet entrusted to us.

Job Type: Part-time

Pay: $12.77 - $14.00 per hour

Benefits:

• Employee discount
• Paid time off
• Paid training
• Tools provided
• Uniform allowance

Ability to Commute:

• Marion, VA 24354 (Required)

Ability to Relocate:

• Marion, VA 24354: Relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location: In person