Groom Student/Groom Tech (Bather)

Pet Supplies Plus; Boone (NC); On-site; USD 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Employee Discounts

Flexible Schedules

Pet Care Training Programs

Medical, Dental & Vision Plans

Paid Time Off

Job summary

Pet Supplies Plus is seeking a Bather/Student Groomer in Boone, NC. The role involves providing grooming services to pets while also learning the skills necessary to become a full groomer through the Paragon School of Pet Grooming. Candidates should possess a high school diploma or GED and have a passion for pet care. The position offers flexible schedules, employee discounts, and full-time medical benefits. Training is provided, and a bonus tool kit is included for enrolled students.

Qualifications

• Experience in retail or other industry working with pets is a plus.
• Must be able to lift pets and equipment up to 50 pounds.
• Willingness to work evenings, weekends, and holidays.

Responsibilities

• Provide grooming services like brushing, bathing, and trimming nails.
• Learn grooming skills through a distance program.
• Ensure the wellness and safety of pets.
• Develop relationships with pet owners.
• Maintain a clean grooming environment.
• Complete required Safety Training certification.

Skills

Experience in retail or working with pets

Ability to lift up to 50 pounds

Customer service skills

Flexibility for hours

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

Overview

Splish, splash FIDO needs a bath. Are you up for wet wagging tails and flying suds? Are you interested in learning to become a Groomer? Join our pack and attend our free Paragon School of Pet Grooming!

Responsibilities

As a Bather/Student Groomer (Groom Tech) at Pet Supplies Plus, you’re pawsitively passionate about people and their pets. Providing exceptional, neighborly service at every opportunity during your workday, you will:

• Encourage a bulldog to “gimme the shake!” and celebrate the resulting shower
• Attend our free, paid training through the world renowned 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!

…all while engaging with our neighbors and smiling in the face of puppy breath. Are you a superhero with a flea comb and a slicker brush? No, you are more than that. You are PAWsome.

Key Responsibilities

• 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.

Qualifications

• Experience in retail or other industry working with pets, but not required.
• 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.

Benefits

• Employee Discounts
• Flexible Schedules
• Pay Increases & Pet Care Training Programs
• Promotion From Within Culture
• Medical, Dental & Vision Plans (Full-Time)
• Health Savings & Flexible Spending Accounts (Full-Time)
• Paid Time Off (Full-Time)

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

We provide equal employment opportunities to all applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, or genetics. In addition to federal law requirements, the company complies with applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment.