Pet Grooming Apprentice - Paragon Training Path

Tractor Supply Company; London (KY); On-site; USD 17,000 - 22,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Grooming tools provided

Store tools provided

Training completion certificate

Job summary

Petsense by Tractor Supply offers a Paragon grooming training program to prepare candidates for a grooming and bathing career. The course blends hands-on practice, online exams, and in-store guidance to cover safety, animal handling, dog anatomy, and grooming techniques.

Level 1 (5–8 weeks) and Level 2 (10 weeks) are completed within a 15-week schedule, after which graduates receive a full grooming tool set and in-store tools for continued training.

Qualifications

• Must be comfortable working with dogs and cats.
• Patience and compassion for animals are essential.
• High school diploma or equivalent required.

Responsibilities

• Follow Petsense by Tractor Supply mission and values.
• Attend and complete the Paragon Level 1 and Level 2 training.
• Assist in grooming and bathing under supervision.
• Maintain clean and safe grooming areas and tools.
• Record services and vaccination notes as required.

Skills

Comfortable with dogs and cats

Patience and compassion

Attention to detail

Basic computer skills

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Grooming tools provided

Job description

Petsense by Tractor Supply offers a Paragon grooming training program to prepare candidates for a grooming and bathing career. The course blends hands-on practice, online exams, and in-store guidance to cover safety, animal handling, dog anatomy, and grooming techniques.

Level 1 (5–8 weeks) and Level 2 (10 weeks) are completed within a 15-week schedule, after which graduates receive a full grooming tool set and in-store tools for continued training.