Groom Student / Groom Tech (Bather)
About the role
Are you up for wet wagging tails and flying suds? Join our pack and attend our free Paragon School of Pet Grooming to learn to become a Groomer.
Responsibilities
- Encourage pets and celebrate playful moments during grooming
- Attend free, paid training through the Paragon School of Pet Grooming if looking to become a Groomer in the future
- Get comfortable with all tools and grooming equipment
- Learn how to bathe and style dogs to breed standards
- Delight neighbors and pets with grooming services such as brushing, bathing, and trimming nails
- Learn and demonstrate all skills necessary to become a groomer through the online distance program
- Ensure the wellness and safety of pets
- Develop long-term relationships with neighbors by understanding their needs and recommending products and services
- Perform routine cleaning to keep the grooming environment fun and inviting
- Successfully complete Safety Training certification
- Assist store team members during grooming downtime
Requirements
- Experience in retail or other industry working with pets (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
- Ability to review videos and take tests online
- Flexibility in working evenings, weekends, and holidays
- Must pass a drug screening (in applicable states) and validated selection test
- Must be at least 18 years old
Benefits
- Employee Discounts
- Flexible Schedules
- Pay Increases & Pet Care Training Programs
- Promotion From Within Culture
- Medical, Dental & Vision Plans (Full-Time)
- Health Savings & Flexible Spending Accounts (Full-Time)
- Paid Time Off (Full-Time)
About Company
Pet Supplies Plus is focused on making it easier to get better products for your pet. With 770+ locations in 44 states, the stores have a streamlined design making it easy to navigate a wide assortment of natural foods, hard goods, and pet services. Friendly, knowledgeable staff get to know each pet and their owner by name and provide playful store experiences. Pet Supplies Plus stores are large enough to house an incredible variety of food and equipment, yet small enough to still feel neighborly. Pet Supplies Plus is ranked No. 31 overall in Entrepreneur Magazine's 2026 Franchise 500® list and is the Top Full-Service Pet Supplies Franchise for its exceptional performance in areas including financial strength and stability, growth rate, and system size.