Pet Grooming Apprentice — Hands-On Dog Groomer Path

Pet Supplies Plus 4255; Waxahachie (TX); On-site; USD 17,000 - 22,000; Full time

Job summary

Pet Supplies Plus 4255 is seeking a motivated candidate to join our grooming team as a Bather/Student Groomer. You will bathe, brush, dry, and assist with grooming services while learning essential grooming techniques and breed standards.

This role emphasizes friendly, customer‑oriented service for pets and their families. You will support the grooming salon team, help with daily operations, and contribute to a safe, clean grooming environment.

Qualifications

• Experience in pet care or customer service is a plus.
• Comfort with handling animals and working in a fast-paced environment.
• Ability to lift, move, and handle pets or equipment up to 65 lbs.

Responsibilities

• Deliver exceptional, neighborly customer service to every pet and pet parent.
• Bathe, brush, dry, and assist with dog grooming services such as nail trims.
• Learn proper grooming techniques, tools, and breed standards.
• Support the grooming salon team and assist with daily operations.
• Maintain a clean, safe, and organized grooming environment.
• Build relationships with neighbors by understanding their pets' needs.

Skills

Customer service

Pet care

Willingness to learn

Teamwork

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

Pet Supplies Plus 4255 is seeking a motivated candidate to join our grooming team as a Bather/Student Groomer. You will bathe, brush, dry, and assist with grooming services while learning essential grooming techniques and breed standards.

This role emphasizes friendly, customer‑oriented service for pets and their families. You will support the grooming salon team, help with daily operations, and contribute to a safe, clean grooming environment.