Mobile Dog Groomer

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woofies of barringtonnorthwestLake Zurich (IL)

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Job Description
About the Role: Woofie's of Barrington-Northwest is growing, and we're looking for a talented, compassionate groomer to join our mobile grooming team, and built around a calmer way of working. No shop floor chaos, no back-to-back scheduling — just you, a fully-equipped van, and pets who get your full attention, one at a time.
What you'll do: Drive our state-of-the-art mobile grooming van directly to clients' homes across Barrington and the Northwest suburbs Provide full-service grooming or luxury baths — baths, haircuts, brush outs, nail trims, ear cleaning, and all the fun glow up'sHandle dogs of all breeds, sizes, and temperaments with patience and skill Build genuine relationships with pets and their people — many of whom will request you by name Keep the van clean, maintained, organized, and stocked, because a tidy groomer is a happy groomer Maintain accurate service notes and communicate professionally with clients and our office team Ensure pets are handled safely and compassionately at all times
What you bring: Previous professional grooming experience A calm, confident hand with nervous or wiggly clientsA valid driver's license and clean driving record Physical stamina — this job involves lifting, bending, and the occasional wet-dog wrestling matchA genuine love of animals that shows in your work, not just your Instagram bio Reliability and a strong sense of ownership over your schedule and the van
What we Offer: Flexible Work Schedule Fully equipped Wag N Tails mobile grooming van Competitive Commission-based pay that rewards your skill and speed Keep 100% of your tips — no pooling, no splitting Stipend for tools, sharpening and development Independently work - leave the scheduling and support to our back office team Room to grow your skills, not just clock hoursA genuinely drama-free team — you show up, do great work, and support each other Paid Time Off Tuition assistance, training and development opportunities Community culture and team events Your voice matters - employee driven culture with a team mindsetAKC Safety Certified
About Us: Woofie's of Barrington-Northwest is a trusted name in in-home pet care, proudly serving the Barrington and Northwest suburbs. Beyond grooming, we offer dog walking and pet sitting — making us a one-stop resource for pet parents and a uniquely stable, growing business to be part of. We're also proud sponsors of local community events, and our team members are welcome to get involved. Our clients love us for our attention to detail, gentle handling, and personalized care for every furry client we serve. We foster a supportive, passionate team environment where animal lovers thrive.

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