Pet Grooming Apprentice — Learn, Groom, Grow

Pet Supplies Plus; Kettering (OH); On-site; USD 17,000 - 25,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Employee Discounts

Flexible Schedules

Training Programs

Promotion From Within

Full Benefits (Medical, Dental &Vision

HSA/FSAs

Paid Time Off

Job summary

Pet Supplies Plus is seeking a Bather/Student Groomer (Groom Tech) to join our store team and help provide grooming services and neighborly pet care. You will learn through our Paragon School of Pet Grooming and may enroll in paid, free training as you progress toward becoming a Groomer.

The role emphasizes safety, customer service, and hands-on grooming skills while engaging with neighbors and their pets in a friendly, community-focused environment.

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.
• Candidates must pass a drug screening (in applicable states) and validated selection test and be at least 18 years old.
• Flexibility in working evenings, weekends and holidays.

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.

Skills

Customer service

Pet handling

Safety awareness

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

Pet Supplies Plus is seeking a Bather/Student Groomer (Groom Tech) to join our store team and help provide grooming services and neighborly pet care. You will learn through our Paragon School of Pet Grooming and may enroll in paid, free training as you progress toward becoming a Groomer.

The role emphasizes safety, customer service, and hands-on grooming skills while engaging with neighbors and their pets in a friendly, community-focused environment.