Groom Tech in Training, Petsense

Petsense by Tractor Supply; Georgetown (KY); On-site; USD 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking company where you can kickstart your career in pet grooming! This exciting role involves comprehensive training through a renowned program, equipping you with essential skills in grooming and pet care. You'll engage directly with pets and customers, ensuring a memorable experience while maintaining the highest standards of safety and care. With a supportive team environment and opportunities for growth, this position is perfect for those passionate about animals and customer service. Be part of a culture that values dedication and excellence in pet care!

Benefits

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Paid Parental Leave

Tuition Reimbursement

Family Planning Resources

Qualifications

• Must provide own grooming tools or be willing to purchase them.
• Comfortable working with dogs and cats, demonstrating patience and compassion.

Responsibilities

• Enroll and complete the Paragon training for Level 1 within five weeks.
• Perform grooming tasks including bathing, trimming, and nail care.
• Maintain safety and well-being of pets during grooming.

Skills

Pet Handling

Customer Service

Grooming Techniques

Communication Skills

Attention to Detail

Education

High School Diploma or Equivalent

Tools

Grooming Tools (Clippers, Shears)

Job description

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This position is responsible for enrolling & completing the training course Level 1 provided by Petsense, “Paragon,” in preparation for a career in grooming and/or bathing.

Paragon is a virtual distant learning program where students are guided through a 15-week training program designed to educate students on the fundamentals of bathing and grooming, while also providing the necessary basic skills in safety, pet first aid and CPR, pet handling skills, dog anatomy, and dog physiology. This is achieved through a combination of hands-on practice, book work, online exams, watching videos, and submitting photos of practical application for grading.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities (Min 5%)

As a Team Member, it is essential that you be available, flexible, adaptable, and service-oriented, as you must be able to fulfill all of the following requirements:

• Maintain regular and predictable attendance.
• Work scheduled shifts and have the ability to work varied hours, days, nights, weekends, and overtime as dictated by business needs.
• Support selling initiatives (TEAM):
  • Thank the Customer
  • Engage with the customer and/or pet
  • Advise on products or services
  • Make it Memorable
• Groom Technicians in Training are required to learn & perform a combination of duties throughout their training program. Although daily tasks may vary, every Groom Technician in Training should be able to perform all of the following duties accurately, efficiently, and safely on a regular basis and without prior notice:
  • Successfully enroll & complete the Paragon training for Level 1 (Groom Tech) by the required timeline of five weeks.
  • Safe Pet Handling
  • Bathing, Drying, Brushing, and Combing all coat types
  • Nail Trimming
  • Ear Cleaning
  • Preparatory Hair Trimming
  • Basic Clipper Techniques
  • Basic Finishing Techniques
  • Customer Service Skills
  • Demonstrating Professionalism
  • Equipment Handling and Maintenance
  • Ensuring the safety and well-being of animals
  • Inspecting animals for external signs of parasites, disease, or injury and reporting findings to pet owners.
  • Practicing Safety and Sanitization protocols
  • Sanitizing and maintaining grooming tools and equipment to prevent injury and disease spread.
  • Assisting in generating business by calling existing and new customers, scheduling appointments, follow-up calls, and verifying vaccinations.
  • Maintaining records of all pet clients, including services provided and vaccination records.
  • Operating computer as needed.
  • Recovering the store, if needed.
  • Ensuring the safety and well-being of live animals, sanitizing and maintaining holding tanks, and caring for live animals as required.
  • Completing all documentation related to the above duties.
• May also be required to perform other duties as assigned.

Required Qualifications

Experience: Must be comfortable working with dogs and cats. Ability to demonstrate patience and compassion for animals. Must provide own tools (clippers, blades, shears) or be willing to purchase required tools.

Education: High school diploma or equivalent required. Any suitable combination of education and experience will be considered. Regardless of education level, candidates must be able to read, write, and count accurately.

Preferred knowledge, skills, or abilities

• Operate and use all grooming tools and equipment including bathing tubs, brushes, combs, scissors, clippers, dryers, and bathing products such as perfumed shampoo and soaps.
• Communicate effectively with team members and customers.
• Display compassion with animals and treat them accordingly.
• Exhibit attention to detail.
• Read, write, and count to accurately complete all documentation.
• Basic computer skills.
• Strong interpersonal skills and ability to resolve issues ethically and with minimal conflict.

Working Conditions

• Working environment is generally indoors with moderate noise.
• Exposure to sharp grooming instruments, shampoos, soaps, pets, and pet waste.
• Exposure to wet conditions, especially when bathing dogs.
• Exposure to cats and dogs of all sizes, breeds, and temperaments.
• Work shifts vary but are generally no less than 4 hours and may exceed 8 hours.
• Promote a safe, productive work environment and adhere to safety guidelines.
• Indoor floors and outdoor lots are hard surfaces; lighting and temperature are adequate.

Physical Requirements

• Ability to move and transfer animals, equipment, and merchandise weighing up to 50 pounds.
• Ability to stand and maintain a stationary position for up to 8 hours while grooming animals.
• Ability to move around the salon to groom animals, clean, and maintain the salon.
• Ability to utilize grooming instruments including shears and dryers.
• Ability to lift or reach merchandise overhead occasionally.
• Ability to bend, kneel, and squat frequently.
• Ability to operate store equipment such as computers and cash registers.
• Ability to read, write, and count accurately.
• Effective communication skills.
• This position is non-sedentary.
• Operate all related equipment safely and effectively, providing high-quality customer service.
• Must have the stamina and ability to move throughout the store and outdoor areas quickly and safely.

Disclaimer

This job description provides an overview of responsibilities and is not exhaustive. All duties should be performed as assigned by the supervisor.

Company Info

At Tractor Supply and Petsense by Tractor Supply, our Team Members are our success drivers. We offer a comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, vision, life, disability insurance, paid parental leave, tuition reimbursement, and family planning resources. Benefits vary by role and eligibility.

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Our Mission and Values guide us—centered on delivering legendary service and fostering a positive culture. We support work-life balance through our benefits and total rewards offerings. Your opportunity to grow is here at Tractor Supply and Petsense.