Groomer / Grooming Student - Merle Hay
Pet Supplies Plus•Des Moines, IA
•Onsite
About The Position
Love pets? We’ll help you turn that passion into a career! Does your dog have a closet full of clothes? Is your cat so cool he needs to wear shades? If you’re passionate about pets and enjoy providing exceptional service to animals and their owners, we’d love to have you join our team! We are looking for Experienced Groomers and Grooming Students to join our team. No professional grooming experience? No problem! We will pay for your grooming education and training so you can learn the skills needed to become a professional groomer.
Requirements
- At least 1 year of grooming experience (for Experienced Groomers)
- Formal training certification and/or experience working under an established groomer (for Experienced Groomers)
- High school diploma or GED
- At least 1 year of retail or customer service experience
- Willing to complete our paid grooming education and training program
- Able to move or lift merchandise, equipment or pets weighing up to 50 pounds
- Able to stand, bend and stoop for extended periods
- At least 18 years of age
- Successfully pass required drug, background and validated selection testing
Nice To Haves
- No professional grooming experience needed for Grooming Students
- No grooming experience required for Grooming Students
Responsibilities
- Provide exceptional, neighborly service to pets and their owners
- Brush, bathe, condition, groom and style pets according to owner instructions and/or breed standards
- Ensure the health, wellness and safety of every pet in your care
- Build lasting relationships with pet parents by understanding their needs
- Recommend products and services that help keep pets healthy and happy
- Help pets look and feel their best while creating a positive grooming experience
- Participate in community outreach to attract new customers
- Maintain a clean, safe and inviting grooming environment
- Assist store team members during grooming downtime
- Complete required Safety, Bather/Brusher and Grooming Academy training
Benefits
- Paid Time Off (PTO) and holidays
- Company-paid Life Insurance and Long-Term Disability Insurance
- Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance
- Short-Term Disability Insurance
- 401(k) with company match
- Ongoing training and career development
- Paid grooming education and training
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
