Happy Trails Pet Spa and Resort offers pet services including dog daycare, dog and cat boarding, and grooming. We serve Northern Colorado and we are conveniently located between Loveland, Windsor, Greeley and Ft. Collins. We are your one-stop shop for pet care! At Happy Trails Pet Spa & Resort our pet groomers deliver high-quality grooming services to clients. The position is focused on grooming and bathing for dogs and preferably also cats. This position entails a large amount of individual work as well as teamwork with other resort staff. A qualified applicant will demonstrate knowledge and skills in the grooming industry and will possess the following skills: Utilizing grooming instruments, including shears and dryers Performing grooming services per client instructions for all breeds of dogs Comforting and calming nervous pets to promote a positive experience Positive attitude towards all pets and their owners Direct customer service experience to establish a trusting bond with our clients and handling potentially difficult situations with tact and diplomacy High standard of cleanliness and self-directedness to keep your workstation neat and tidy Skilled in other areas including nail trims, ear cleanings, and anal gland expressing Ability to receive feedback from clients The position requires bending, kneeling, lifting (up to 50+ pounds, as necessary), and standing for long periods of time Preffered knowledge and skills: Someone who is experienced and is comfortable grooming cats Someone who has experienced and is comfortable hand shearing At least 2-3 years of experience as a professional groomer References required Portfolio required Grooming certification/education preferred, but not required. Must be willing to learn and work on our software system - ezyVet. Must possess strong communication skills, good judgment and be able to manage stressful situations. Must have the physical and mental capacity to perform in a fast paced and challenging environment. Must be able to lift 50+ lbs 50% Commission + 100% of tips Retirement Plan (401k) SVP offers educational assistance for qualified teammates to enroll in AVMA-CVTEA accredited veterinary technician programs Teladoc- FREE doctor access 24/7 Discounted Veterinary Care EAP (Employee Assistance Program) A large network of over 8,000 veterinary professionals who all share common interest in promoting a collaborative working environment and individual career growth Opportunity to make an impact in your community while tackling a challenging, variety of tasks and the ability to help animals among a great team of people! Our team’s continuous dedication has rewarded us with remarkable growth, and Southern Veterinary Partners now employs more than 8,000 employees nationwide. The organization’s success has not gone unnoticed, landing us recognition as 19 on Newsweek’s “Most Loved Workplaces” list in 2022. Additionally, we have ranked among Inc. 5000’s List of