Groom Student / Groom Tech (Bather)
About The Position
Pet Supplies Plus is hiring a Bather/Student Groomer (Groom Tech) who enjoys working with people and pets and is interested in potentially becoming a groomer. The role provides grooming services and neighborly customer service while helping maintain the wellness and safety of pets. Candidates interested in becoming groomers can attend free, paid training through the Paragon School of Pet Grooming and learn grooming skills through an online distance program. Upon hire, eligible candidates enrolling in the Paragon school receive a free tool kit valued at over $600. The position also involves maintaining a clean and welcoming grooming area and assisting store team members during grooming downtime. The company offers employee discounts, flexible schedules, pay increases, pet care training programs, and opportunities for promotion from within. Medical, dental, and vision plans; health savings and flexible spending accounts; and paid time off are listed for full-time employees.
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.
- Ability to review videos and take tests online.
- Flexibility to work evenings, weekends, and holidays.
- Must be at least 18 years old.
- Must pass a validated selection test and, in applicable states, a drug screening.
Nice To Haves
- Experience in retail or another industry working with pets; experience is not required.
- Interest in becoming a groomer and attending the Paragon School of Pet Grooming.
Responsibilities
- Provide grooming services, including brushing, bathing, and trimming pets’ nails.
- Learn and demonstrate the skills necessary to become a groomer through the online distance program.
- Ensure the wellness and safety of pets.
- Build long-term relationships with customers by understanding their needs and recommending products and services to support pet health and happiness.
- Perform routine cleaning to keep the grooming environment inviting.
- Successfully complete Safety Training certification.
- Assist store team members during grooming downtime.
- Attend free, paid Paragon School of Pet Grooming training if pursuing a future as a groomer.
- Become comfortable using grooming tools and equipment and learn to bathe and style dogs to breed standards.
Benefits
- Employee discounts
- Flexible schedules
- Pay increases
- Pet care training programs
- Promotion-from-within culture
- Medical, dental, and vision plans for full-time employees
- Health savings and flexible spending accounts for full-time employees
- Paid time off for full-time employees
- Free tool kit valued at over $600 for eligible candidates enrolling in the Paragon School of Pet Grooming
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
