Part-Time /Full-Time Groomer

Follow and demonstrate all Petsense by Tractor Supply Mission and Values

Work scheduled shifts and have the ability to work varied hours, days, nights, weekends and overtime as dictated by business needs.

Work scheduled shifts for the duration of the 15 week training program (Level 1 PT or FT and Level 2 required FT)

Paragon students are required to perform a combination of the following duties throughout their day. Although daily tasks may vary day to day, our business and staffing model makes it essential every Paragon student be able to perform all of the following duties accurately, efficiently, and safely on a regular basis and without advance notice:

Successfully complete the following training for Level 1 by the required timeline of five weeks:

Nail trimming and ear plucking

Conduct a minimum of 10 hands-on practice sessions in each training category

Complete 40 breed specific bath dogs and submit tracking journal by the required deadline

Assists in generating business by calling existing and new customers, scheduling appointments, follow-up phone calls and reminders to customers, and verifying vaccinations

Promote a safe and productive work environment for all Team Members, customers, and vendors

Greet customers and pets and thoroughly complete 7-point Check-in

Ensures the safety and well-being of animals

Inspects animals for external signs of parasites, disease or injury and reports findings to pet owners

Sanitizes and maintains upkeep of all grooming tools and equipment to eliminates injury and spread of diseases to other pet clients

Maintains safe and sanitary work area to reduce risk to human and animal clients

Operates computer as needed

Experience: Must be comfortable working with dogs and cats. Ability to demonstrate patience and compassion for animals. Education: High school diploma or equivalent required

Operate and use all grooming tools and equipment including bathing tubs, brushes, combs, scissors, clippers, dryers, and bathing products such as perfumed shampoo and soaps

Communicate effectively with Associates and customers

Display compassion with animals and treat them accordingly

Basic computer skills

Exposure to wet conditions, particularly when bathing dogs.

Exposure to cats and dogs of all sizes, breeds, and temperaments.

Work shifts vary from one store to another, but generally are no less than 4 hours and may exceed 10 hours

Promote a safe and productive work environment for Team Members and customers and adhere to Company safety training and guidelines

Indoor floors and outdoor lots generally are hard surfaces (concrete, asphalt, etc.) Ability to move and transfer live animals, equipment, and merchandise weighing up to 50 pounds.

Ability to push and pull merchandise up to 2,000 pounds with the assistance of proper material handling equipment (e.g. pallet jack, dolly or U-boat).

Ability to walk, stand and maintain a stationary position while grooming animals for a full shift

Ability to frequently move around the salon to groom and bath animals, clean, and maintain the salon for a full shift

Ability to safely access all areas of the store including selling floor, stock area, register area and the full salon including bathing area

Ability to stand, twist, bend, kneel, crouch, stoop and squat frequently to position oneself to groom and bath animals, clean shelves, stock merchandise and equipment as business needs dictate

Ability to constantly operate store equipment such as computer, cash register, and other store equipment.

Ability to utilize strong written and verbal communication skills to communicate effectively with team members and customers

Ability to handle and be in contact with live animals.

Ability to successfully complete all training and certifications to care for live animals.

Ability to successfully complete all required training.

At Tractor Supply and Petsense by Tractor Supply, our Team Members are the heart of our success. Our benefits extend beyond medical, dental, and vision coverage, including company-paid life and disability insurance, paid parental leave, tuition reimbursement, and family planning resources such as adoption and surrogacy assistance, for all full-time Team Members and all part-time Team Members.

Part time new hires gain eligibility for TSC Benefits by averaging at least 15 hours per week during their 90-day lookback period.

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They’re the core of who we are and the foundation of every decision we make. We believe in managing your time for business and personal success, which is why we empower our Team Members to lead balanced lives through our benefits and total rewards offerings. For full-time and eligible part-time TSC and Petsense Team Members. A lot of care goes into providing legendary service at Tractor Supply Company, which is why our Team Members are our top priority. Your Opportunity is Out Here at Tractor Supply and Petsense.

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