Groom Technician

Petsense by TSC; Danville (KY); On-site; USD 16,531 - 22,041; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid hands‑on grooming education

Professional grooming career path

Store‑provided training tools

Toolkit upon completion of Paragon

Job summary

Petsense by Tractor Supply in Danville, KY is seeking a compassionate Groom Technician in Training to start a rewarding grooming career through our Paragon program. You will learn hands-on grooming, safety, and dog/cat handling under expert supervision.

The program blends hands-on practice, online coursework, and skill assessments; completion of Paragon Level 2 earns you your own professional grooming toolkit and a clear career path within our grooming team.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Completion of Paragon Level 1 certification.
• Comfortable working with dogs and cats of all sizes and temperaments.
• Strong communication and customer service skills.
• Patience, compassion, and attention to detail.
• Basic computer skills.

Responsibilities

• Provide exceptional customer service and pet care.
• Perform bathing and grooming support services.
• Complete Paragon Level 2 training requirements within the required timeline.
• Assist with scheduling appointments and customer follow‑up calls.
• Verify vaccination records and maintain client records.
• Maintain a clean, safe, and sanitary grooming environment.
• Promote the health, safety, and well‑being of all pets in our care.
• Support store operations as needed.

Skills

Communication

Customer service

Basic computer skills

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Groom Technician in Training (Paragon Program)

Petsense by Tractor Supply – Danville, KY

Position Summary

Petsense is seeking a compassionate, motivated Groom Technician in Training to join our grooming team. This position is designed for individuals interested in building a career in pet grooming through our Paragon professional training program.

The Paragon program combines hands‑on experience, online coursework, educational videos, practical exercises, and skill assessments to teach essential grooming techniques, pet safety, pet first aid and CPR, animal handling, dog anatomy, and breed‑specific grooming practices. Store‑provided tools are available throughout training, and successful completion of Paragon Level 2 earns participants their own professional grooming toolkit.

What You’ll Learn

• Safe pet handling and restraint techniques
• Bathing, drying, brushing, and combing all coat types
• Nail trimming and ear cleaning
• Basic clipping and finishing techniques
• Breed‑specific grooming practices
• Pet safety, health observation, and sanitation standards
• Customer service and appointment management

Key Responsibilities

• Provide exceptional customer service and pet care
• Perform bathing and grooming support services
• Complete Paragon Level 2 training requirements within the required timeline
• Assist with scheduling appointments and customer follow‑up calls
• Verify vaccination records and maintain client records
• Maintain a clean, safe, and sanitary grooming environment
• Promote the health, safety, and well‑being of all pets in our care
• Support store operations as needed

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent
• Completion of Paragon Level 1 certification
• Comfortable working with dogs and cats of all sizes and temperaments
• Strong communication and customer service skills
• Patience, compassion, and attention to detail
• Basic computer skills

Physical Requirements

• Ability to lift and handle pets safely
• Ability to stand, walk, bend, kneel, and groom animals for extended periods
• Comfortable working around water, grooming equipment, pets, and pet‑related cleaning tasks

Why Join Petsense?

• Paid hands‑on grooming education
• Professional grooming career path
• Store‑provided training tools
• Opportunity to earn a complete professional grooming toolkit upon successful completion of training
• Work with a team dedicated to pet health, safety, and customer service

Apply today to begin your career in professional pet grooming with Petsense by Tractor Supply!