Tired of fluctuating commission pay and unpaid cancellations? 

 At Morris Animal Inn's Morristown Grooming Salon, you get a guaranteed hourly pay starting at $22/hr., consistent full time schedule, full benefits and a team that handles the bathing so you can focus on styling. 

Why Groomers Choose Us

• Pay you can count on: $22–$25/hr based on experience, paid weekly with direct deposit. You're paid for your scheduled hours even when a client cancels.
• Predictable schedule: Schedules are posted 2 weeks in advance. The salon is open 7 AM–7 PM Monday–Friday and 8 AM–4 PM Saturday–Sunday, so you're always done by 7.
• No equipment costs: We supply and maintain all grooming tools and equipment. Bring only your talent!
• Bather support: Dedicated bathers prep dogs so you can spend your time styling.
• No sales pressure: Our sales team books appointments and brings in the business, so you can focus on grooming and don't have to build a client list or chase bookings.
• Real benefits: Medical, dental, and vision insurance; paid vacation; paid sick time; and a 401(k) with company match.
• Room to grow: Clear, structured career growth opportunities and a learning and education program that supports your professional development.
• Perks: Generous employee discounts on our products and services, including pet daycare, plus our unique Employee Rewards & Recognition Program.

What You'll Do

• Provide breed-specific and client-requested haircuts and styling
• Perform brushing, bathing, and conditioning as needed
• Keep every pet safe and comfortable during grooming
• Maintain a clean, sanitary grooming area
• Advise clients on maintenance grooming and coat care
• Recommend services that benefit each pet's coat, skin, and overall health

What You Bring

• At least 1 year of professional, high volume dog grooming experience 
• Knowledge of breed standards and techniques; grooming school certification preferred
• Strong customer service and teamwork skills
• Ability to safely handle dogs of all sizes and temperaments

Physical Requirements & Schedule

• Stand for extended periods and do repetitive hand and arm motions with grooming tools
• Lift and restrain dogs up to 40 lbs on your own, with help for larger dogs
• Work in a noisy environment around dog and cat dander, waste, and cleaning chemicals
• Communicate clearly with clients and teammates
• Full-time employment status (35–40 hours/week), with shifts scheduled within salon hours. At least one weekend day per week and some holidays required.

If you are dedicated to providing high-quality grooming services, we would love to hear from you! Join us in a dynamic work environment where you can truly shine! To see all our job opportunities & learn more about what it's like to work here, please visit our CAREERS PAGE at https://www.morrisanimalinn.com/about-us/careers/ 

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As part of our commitment in creating a fair, efficient, and consistent hiring process we may use artificial intelligence (AI) to help our recruiting teams organize, summarize, and analyze information provided by candidates, including resumes, application responses, and other materials submitted during the application process.AI may be used to identify patterns, highlight relevant skills, and experience, and assist in comparing a candidate’s qualifications with the requirement of a specific role. These tools are to improve efficiency and consistency while supporting more informed hiring decisions, which will ultimately be made by the hiring team.