Nail Tech

The Mobile Nail Technician supports Pet Evolution’s mission to improve the lives of pets and their owners by delivering high-quality nail care and basic grooming services. This role provides mobile pet services while ensuring safety, compassion, and exceptional customer experience. The position requires independent work, strong animal handling awareness, and adherence to company policies and procedures.  

Essential Functions 

•  Perform pet nail trims, ear cleanings, tooth brushing, and gland expressions  
  

•  Safely handle pets, recognizing stress signals and behavioral cues  
  

•  Provide high-quality customer service to pet owners  
  

•  Maintain a clean and organized workspace  
  

•  Follow all company policies and procedures consistently  
  

•  Monitor pet behavior to prevent injury to pets or self  
  

•  Communicate clearly with customers regarding services and pet needs  
  

•  Manage time effectively and complete scheduled appointments  
  

•  Work independently in a mobile environment  
  

•  Drive to client locations while maintaining a valid driver’s license and safe driving record  
  

Competencies 

•  Animal handling awareness and safety judgment  
  

•  Customer service and communication skills  
  

•  Attention to detail  
  

•  Time management and organization  
  

•  Ability to work independently  
  

•  Critical thinking under pressure  
  

•  Compassion and empathy toward animals  
  

•  Integrity and professionalism 
  

Supervisory Responsibility 

This position has no supervisory responsibility. 

Work Environment 

This position operates in a mobile and customer-facing environment. Work is performed at client locations and may involve indoor and outdoor settings. The role uses tools and equipment necessary for pet grooming services and requires adherence to safety standards while working with animals. 

Physical Demands 

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to perform the essential functions of this job successfully. 

This position requires frequent standing, walking, bending, crouching, and reaching. The employee must be able to lift safely, carry, and restrain pets weighing up to approximately 60 pounds on a regular basis. The role also requires sustained physical activity, including handling animals that may be stressed or unpredictable.  

Position Type/Expected Hours of Work 

This position may be full-time or part-time, depending on business needs. Hours will vary and may include evenings, weekends, and holidays. 

The role operates on a seven-day schedule, and weekend availability is required. Overtime may be required based on workload and scheduling demands. Management reserves the right to adjust schedules as needed. 

Time off is not permitted during the two weeks preceding Thanksgiving and Christmas due to business demand.  

Travel  

No travel is required.

Other Duties 

Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties, or responsibilities required of the employee. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice. 

Requirements

Required Education and Experience 

•  1–2 years of experience in grooming, bathing, pet services, or veterinary technician services  
  

•  Valid driver’s license with a clean driving record  
  

•  Ability to follow company policies and procedures  
  

•  Ability to work independently and manage responsibilities  
  

Preferred Education & Experience 

•  Experience in mobile grooming or pet service environments  
  

•  Strong customer-facing experience  
  

•  Professional experience handling animals 
  

Work Authorization/Security Clearance 

Employee must be authorized to work in the United States and must possess a valid driver’s license with an acceptable driving record. 

Benefits

Benefits (Full-Time Only) 

• Two (2) weeks of Paid Time Off (PTO)  
  

• Employer-sponsored retirement program  
  

Additional Employee Benefits 

• Generous employee discount  
  

• Flexible hours  
  

• Fun work environment