Part Time Pet Bather

Schedule

This is a part-time position with an expected schedule of Saturday, Sunday, and Monday from roughly 7 am to 3 pm or when services for the day are completed! There is an opportunity to pick up additional days, as well as growth opportunities.

Responsibilities

• Bathe dogs of all breeds, coat types, sizes, and temperaments.
• Thoroughly dry dogs using towels, dryers, and safe handling techniques.
• Brush coats to remove loose hair and minor tangles.
• Clean ears and perform other basic bathing services as assigned.
• Safely handle dogs throughout the bathing process.
• Monitor dogs for any health or skin concerns and communicate observations to leadership.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and sanitized bathing area.
• Properly clean and maintain bathing equipment and tools.
• Work closely with the Grooming, Pet Care, and Client Care teams to ensure dogs are ready for pickup on time.
• Follow all company safety procedures and handling protocols.

Please note: This position focuses on bathing and basic coat care. Grooming experience is not required, and this role does not include haircuts or breed-specific grooming.

Ideal candidates bring a genuine passion for animals, patience, and a strong work ethic. This is a physically active role requiring standing for long periods, lifting, bending, and working in a wet environment while handling dogs weighing anywhere from 5 to 150 pounds.

Qualifications

• Genuine love for dogs and animal welfare.
• Comfortable handling dogs of all sizes and temperaments.
• Patient, gentle, and attentive while working with animals.
• Reliable, punctual, and detail-oriented.
• Positive attitude and willingness to learn.
• Comfortable working in a fast-paced environment.
• Previous bathing, grooming, or animal care experience is a plus but not required.
• Ability to work independently while also being a strong team player.

What to Expect When Applying

• Phone screening regarding your application.
• An in-person interview to meet the department manager and tour the facility.
• An offer letter detailing position, compensation, and employment terms.
• Orientation and training covering company policies, dog body language, safe handling, and bathing procedures.
• Hands-on training with our experienced Grooming team.

Fast Facts About this Location:

• Our Chapel Hill location opened in the summer of 2014.
• Our second facility is located in Pittsboro, NC.
• Every dog completes a comprehensive assessment before joining our Lodge family to ensure they thrive in an off-leash environment.
• We maintain a 10:1 dog-to-staff ratio to promote safety and fun.
• We are committed to providing an exceptional experience for every pet and every client.

What We Offer

At Digs, we take care of our pack. Dental and vision benefits kick in shortly after your start date, and at 90 days you're eligible for a 401(k) with up to 4% company match. At 6 months, medical benefits become available to full-time teammates, and after one year you can join our DigIn Shared Ownership Program — because we believe the people who build Digs should share in its success. Many locations also offer teammates discounted DayPlay as a little extra perk.

Digs Dog Care is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, marital status, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable laws. We are committed to diversity and inclusion and encourage all qualified individuals to apply.