Dog Bather / Grooming Assistant

Job Description

Job Description

Royal Pawz is a fast-growing mobile dog grooming company serving Greater Houston. Our fully-equipped grooming vans come right to the client's driveway. We provide the van, equipment, and booked clients — you bring the energy and a love for dogs.

We're hiring a part-time Dog Bather / Grooming Assistant to support our groomers across the southwest Houston metro (Sugar Land, Missouri City, Pearland, Katy, Stafford, Jersey Village, Cypress, and the Galleria area). This is a great entry point into professional grooming with a clear path to becoming a commission groomer.

PAY

- $10–$15 per hour when assisting a senior groomer (based on experience)

- OR earn 20%–25% commission on days you groom solo

- You keep your share of tips

- Paid training and a clear path to advance into a full commission groomer role

- W2 employee position

WHAT YOU'LL DO

- Bathe, dry, de-shed, and brush out dogs before and after grooming

- Nail trims, ear cleaning, and sanitary trims as trained

- Support the lead groomer and keep the van clean, stocked, and sanitary

- Help safely handle and soothe dogs of all sizes and temperaments

- Assist with appointment flow and basic client communication

WHAT WE'RE LOOKING FOR

- A love for dogs and a strong work ethic — no experience required, bathing experience a plus

- Reliable, punctual, and teachable

- Comfortable handling dogs of all sizes and temperaments

- Valid driver's license preferred

- Able to safely handle and lift dogs up to approximately 80 lbs

WHY WORK WITH US

- Paid training and a clear path to become a commission groomer

- We provide the van, equipment, and booked clients

- Keep your share of tips; supportive team at a growing company

Schedule: Part-time, Monday–Saturday availability (flexible days).

Job Type: Part-time

Pay: $10–$15 per hour when assisting a senior groomer, or 20%–25% commission on solo grooming days

We have an easy work environment! All supplies and tools are paid for, all scheduling is managed by the team, the only thing you need to do is focus on the grooms!

Company Description

We have an easy work environment! All supplies and tools are paid for, all scheduling is managed by the team, the only thing you need to do is focus on the grooms!