Groom Tech in Training, Petsense

Petsense by Tractor Supply; Villa Rica (GA); On-site; USD 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a leading company as a Groom Tech in Training, where you will undergo a 15-week training program in grooming and bathing. This role involves hands-on practice and learning essential skills in a dynamic environment. You will be responsible for safely handling pets and providing excellent customer service while completing your training. Comprehensive benefits are offered, including medical and tuition reimbursement.

Benefits

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Paid parental leave

Tuition reimbursement

Qualifications

• Comfort working with dogs and cats.
• Own tools or willingness to purchase them.

Responsibilities

• Enroll & complete the Paragon Level 1 training within five weeks.
• Safe pet handling, bathing, and grooming tasks.
• Assist with business generation activities.

Skills

Compassion

Effective communication

Attention to detail

Problem-solving

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Grooming tools

Job description

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Overall Job Summary

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

Paragon is a virtual distant learning program where students undergo a 15-week training designed to teach fundamentals in bathing and grooming, along with safety, pet first aid, CPR, pet handling, dog anatomy, and physiology. Training involves hands-on practice, book work, online exams, videos, and photo submissions for grading.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

As a Team Member, you should be available, flexible, adaptable, and service-oriented, capable of fulfilling the following:

• Maintain regular attendance and work scheduled shifts, including varied hours, nights, weekends, and overtime as needed.
• Support selling initiatives by engaging with customers and pets, thanking customers, advising on products/services, and creating memorable experiences.
• As a Groom Tech in Training, learn and perform duties such as:
• Enroll & complete the Paragon Level 1 training within five weeks.
• Safe pet handling, bathing, drying, brushing, combing, nail trimming, ear cleaning, and preparatory trimming.
• Basic clipper and finishing techniques, customer service, professionalism, equipment maintenance.
• Ensure animal safety, inspect for health issues, practice safety protocols, and maintain sanitation.
• Assist with business generation activities, record keeping, and operate store equipment.
• Handle live animals safely, including cleaning and maintaining holding areas.
• Complete all documentation related to duties and perform other tasks as assigned.
• Other duties as assigned.

Required Qualifications

• Comfort working with dogs and cats, demonstrating patience and compassion.
• Own tools (clippers, blades, shears) or willingness to purchase them.
• High school diploma or equivalent; ability to read, write, and count accurately.

Preferred Skills and Abilities

• Operate grooming tools and equipment effectively.
• Effective communication, compassion, attention to detail, problem-solving, and basic computer skills.
• Strong interpersonal skills and issue resolution abilities.

Working Conditions

• Indoor environment with moderate noise, exposure to grooming equipment, pets, and waste.
• Wet conditions during bathing, exposure to animals of various sizes and temperaments.
• Shifts typically from 4 to over 8 hours, promoting safety and adherence to guidelines.

Physical Requirements

• Move and transfer animals and equipment up to 50 pounds.
• Stand for long periods, operate grooming tools, and perform physical tasks like bending, kneeling, and reaching.
• Operate store equipment and communicate effectively.
• Position is non-sedentary with high physical and mental stamina requirements.

Disclaimer

This description provides an overview of responsibilities; duties may vary and additional tasks may be assigned by supervisors.

Company Info

At Tractor Supply and Petsense, our Team Members are vital to our success. We offer comprehensive benefits, including medical, dental, vision, life and disability insurance, paid parental leave, tuition reimbursement, and family planning resources, tailored to role and eligibility.