Bather/Student Groomer (Groom Tech)

Pet Supplies Plus•Westlake, OH

4h•Onsite

About The Position

The Bather/Student Groomer (Groom Tech) at Pet Supplies Plus is a role for individuals passionate about pets and people, providing exceptional customer service. This position offers the unique opportunity to attend the free, paid Paragon School of Pet Grooming, including a free tool kit worth over $600, for those interested in becoming a professional groomer. The role involves hands-on grooming services such as bathing, brushing, and nail trimming, while ensuring the wellness and safety of pets. It also focuses on developing long-term relationships with customers by understanding their needs and recommending appropriate products and services. The ideal candidate will engage with neighbors, learn grooming techniques to breed standards, and maintain a clean and inviting grooming environment.

Requirements

High School Diploma or GED
Ability to move or lift merchandise, equipment or pets weighing up to 50 pounds.
Ability to stand, bend or stoop for extended periods of time.
Ability to review videos and take tests online.
Flexibility in working evenings, weekends and holidays.
Candidates must pass a drug screening (in applicable states) and validated selection test and be at least 18 years old.

Nice To Haves

Experience in retail or other industry working with pets

Responsibilities

Encourage a bulldog to “gimme the shake!” and celebrate the resulting shower
Attend our free, paid training through the world renown Paragon School of Pet Grooming if looking to become a Groomer in the future!
Get comfortable with all tools and grooming equipment
Learn how to bathe and style dogs to breed standards
Upon hire, receive a free tool kit worth over $600 as a bonus of enrolling in the Paragon school if looking to become a Groomer!
Delighting Neighbors and pets with grooming services, such as brushing, bathing, and trimming nails.
Learning and demonstrating all the skills necessary to become a groomer through the online distance program.
Always ensuring the wellness and safety of furry patrons.
Developing long-term relationships with Neighbors by understanding their needs and recommending products and services that will keep their pet healthy and happy.
Performing routine cleaning to keep the grooming environment fun and inviting.
Successfully completing Safety Training certification.
Assisting store team members during grooming downtime.