Pet Groomer Trainee
Walnut Creek
Pet Groomer Trainee
Full Time • Walnut Creek
Benefits:
- Four-day work week
- 401(k)
- Health insurance
- Training & development
Compensation, Benefits, and Perks
- Direct career track to becoming a certified pet groomer!
- Compensation: Base pay, tips, bonus, and commission average per hour paid weekly via direct deposit.
- 100% Tips: You keep every dollar of your tips.
- No grooming experience required: We will train the right candidate
- Flexible Schedule: Four-day work weeks available.
- Comprehensive Benefits: Health, dental, and vision insurance, plus paid holidays and time off - including your pet's birthday!
- Fully Equipped Van: Mercedes-Benz van with A/C and a grooming salon.
- All Supplies Covered: We provide tool sharpening, van cleaning, supplies, shampoo, fuel costs, basic tools, and admin support.
You should have...
- Experience bathing pets or an animal lover
- The drive and desire to grow and learn in a fast-paced service business
Responsibilities
At Aussie Pet Mobile, we care for the business so that you can focus on the pets!
- Focus on providing luxury one-on-one care to pups daily while working independently in our grooming vans.
- Enjoy the ongoing support of our in-house concierge and fleet teams that handle scheduling and van maintenance so you can groom.
- Fall in love with grooming with a manageable daily schedule while focusing on safety and quality with every appointment.
Requirements
- No degree is required;
- Ability to lift and carry dogs up to 50 lbs;
- Ability to stand, bend, kneel, and reach for extended periods during grooming sessions;
- Comfort working in a mobile grooming unit, which may involve limited space and frequent movement in and out of the vehicle;
- Ability to learn how and execute safely restraining and handling dogs of various sizes, temperaments, and energy levels;
- Good hand-eye coordination and manual dexterity for grooming tasks such as clipping, scissoring, brushing, and nail trimming;
- Ability to work in varying temperatures depending on weather and grooming van conditions;
- Capability to drive and operate the mobile grooming vehicle, including navigating neighborhoods, parking, and stepping in/out multiple times per day;
- Stamina to perform multiple grooming sessions per day, sometimes with large or heavy-coated breeds.
Aussie Pet Mobile - Overview
- Our custom-designed mobile pet grooming vans come equipped with air conditioning, heating, electricity, and water—without needing external hookups. We prioritize eco-friendliness and provide a spacious, comfortable environment for pets to move freely, allowing groomers to focus on each pet’s needs.
- At Aussie Pet Mobile, we offer a 100% cage-free, one-on-one grooming experience—all in the convenience of our clients' driveways.
Aussie Pet Mobile - Vision
- Customer Satisfaction: Continue to achieve a 98% customer satisfaction rate by consistently delivering high-quality service.
- Employee Compensation: Based on customer satisfaction scores, retention, and grooming volume, increase base pay or performance bonuses for the top 25% of groomers by at least 10%.
Aussie Pet Mobile - Hiring Process
- A phone call within 24 hours
- An in-person interview within 48 hours
- An offer letter—and lunch with the owner—within 7 days
Why Wait?
This is your chance to turn your love of pets into a fulfilling and financially rewarding career. Don’t miss out on this incredible opportunity—apply today to join our team as a Groomer Trainee!
Compensation: $55,000.00 - $70,000.00 per year
At Bark & Mane Mobile Pet Grooming, we’re on a mission to improve the lives of pets and their families through loving, expert grooming care delivered right to their door. Our groomers provide a stress-free, one-on-one experience that prioritizes each pet’s comfort, safety, and well-being.
As part of our team, you’ll work in a supportive environment where your expertise is respected and your passion for pets can thrive. Our professionally equipped mobile grooming vans provide a clean, safe workspace so you can focus on delivering personalized care to every pet you meet.
Join a team that values professionalism, supports your growth, and provides the tools you need to focus on what matters most — helping pets look great, feel their best, and live happier lives.
The positions on this website, unless otherwise indicated, are posted by Bark & Mane franchisees. Bark & Mane franchises are independently owned and operated businesses and if you accept a position with a Bark & Mane franchisee, you are employed by that franchisee, and not by franchisor Bark & Mane Inc., nor any of its parents or affiliates. The hiring franchisee is solely responsible for all employment decisions including hiring, termination, discipline, compensation and benefits and Bark & Mane Inc. and its parents and affiliates have no input or involvement in such matters. Bark & Mane Inc. does not receive, review or store any applications for employment. Any questions about posted positions or the hiring process must be directed to the Bark & Mane franchisee posting the position.
If you do not see a position available at your local Bark & Mane, you can contact our local business owners directly. See our list of locations here: http://barkandmane.com/pet-groomers/
(if you already have a resume on Indeed)
Or apply here.
Paid Training
PTO
Fuel Cost Covered
Supplies/Tools Provided
Great Benefits Package
Appointment Schedule Managed by Office
Competitive Compensation - Commission & Tips
We provide a Mercedes-Benz or Ford Van fully equipped with air conditioning, hydrobath and a grooming salon
