Groom Student / Groom Tech (Bather)
About The Position
Pet Supplies Plus is hiring a Bather/Student Groomer (Groom Tech) to provide grooming services and neighborly service to pets and their owners. The role includes brushing, bathing, and trimming pets’ nails; learning grooming skills through an online distance program; and helping maintain the safety and cleanliness of the grooming environment. Team members may assist store colleagues during grooming downtime. Employees interested in becoming groomers can attend free, paid training through the Paragon School of Pet Grooming. Upon hire, they receive a free tool kit valued at over $600 as a bonus for enrolling in the Paragon school. The position also involves recommending products and services suited to pets’ needs and building lasting relationships with customers.
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 drug screening in applicable states and a validated selection test.
Nice To Haves
- Experience in retail or another industry working with pets; experience is not required.
Responsibilities
- Provide grooming services, including brushing, bathing, and trimming pets’ nails.
- Learn and demonstrate the skills needed 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 keep their pets healthy and happy.
- Perform routine cleaning to maintain a welcoming grooming environment.
- 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 groomer role.
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, paid Paragon School of Pet Grooming training for employees interested in becoming groomers
- Free tool kit valued at over $600 for employees enrolling in the Paragon school
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
