Groom Student / Groom Tech (Bather)

Paragon School Of Pet GroomingSplish, splash FIDO needs a bath. Are you up for wet wagging tails and flying suds? Are you interested in learning to become a Groomer? Join our pack and attend our free Paragon School of Pet Grooming!Responsibilities/QualificationsAs a Bather/Student Groomer (Groom Tech) at Pet Supplies Plus, you're pawsitively passionate about people and their pets. Providing exceptional, neighborly service at every opportunity during your workday, you will:Encourage a bulldog to "gimme the shake!" and celebrate the resulting showerGet comfortable with all tools and grooming equipmentLearn how to bathe and style dogs to breed standardsUpon hire, receive a free tool kit worth over $600 as a bonus of enrolling in the Paragon school if looking to become a Groomer!…all while engaging with our neighbors and smiling in the face of puppy breath. Are you a superhero with a flea comb and a slicker brush? No, you are more than that. You are PAWsome.Groom Tech key responsibilities include: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.PAWsome Groom Tech candidates will have:High School Diploma or GEDAbility 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.Candidates must pass a drug screening (in applicable states) and validated selection test and be at least 18 years old.Why Us:Employee DiscountsFlexible SchedulesPay Increases & Pet Care Training ProgramsPromotion From Within CultureMedical, Dental & Vision Plans (Full-Time)Health Savings & Flexible Spending Accounts (Full-Time)Paid Time Off (Full-Time)About CompanyPet 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 to remind them just how fun it is to own a pet. 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. For more information, please visit STATEMENTWe provide equal employment opportunities to all applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, or genetics. In addition to federal law requirements, the company complies with applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment.