Groom Student / Groom Tech (Bather)

Pet Supplies Plus • Toledo, OH

11d • Onsite

About The Position

Pet Supplies Plus is hiring a Bather/Student Groomer (Groom Tech) to provide grooming services and friendly, neighborly service to pets and their owners. The role includes brushing, bathing, and nail trimming; learning to bathe and style dogs to breed standards; and developing the skills needed to become a groomer through an online distance program. Employees interested in becoming groomers can attend free, paid training through the Paragon School of Pet Grooming and receive a free tool kit valued at over $600 upon hire as a bonus for enrolling in the school.

Groom Techs help ensure pets’ wellness and safety, build relationships with customers by understanding their needs and recommending suitable products and services, keep the grooming environment clean and inviting, complete Safety Training certification, and assist store team members during grooming downtime. The role requires working with pets and grooming equipment, as well as the ability to review online videos and take tests.

Pet Supplies Plus operates more than 770 locations in 44 states. The company describes its stores as offering a broad assortment of pet food, supplies, and services, supported by knowledgeable staff and a neighborly customer experience. The company is an equal opportunity employer.

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.
• 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.
• Develop long-term relationships with customers by understanding their needs and recommending products and services to support pet health and happiness.
• Perform routine cleaning to maintain a fun and inviting 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 career as a groomer.
• Learn to bathe and style dogs to breed standards and become comfortable using grooming tools and equipment.

Benefits

• Employee discounts.
• Flexible schedules.
• Pay increases and 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 training through the Paragon School of Pet Grooming for those interested in becoming groomers.
• Free tool kit valued at over $600 upon hire as a bonus for enrolling in the Paragon school.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED