Part-Time /Full-Time Groomer

This position is responsible providing professional grooming services for dogs using the knowledge of canine characteristics and grooming styles and techniques.

Deliver world class customer satisfaction

Answer phone and schedule appointments

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

Clean ears, clip nails and perform other needed services

Adhere to customer instruction of clipping pattern desired

Clip dog’s hair according to determined pattern, using electric clippers, combs, and shears

Comb and shape dogs’ coat

Talk to live animal, or use other non-physical techniques to keep animal calm

Complete and maintain customer and company forms

Assist in store operations as needed

Must be comfortable working with dogs and cats. Education: High school diploma or equivalent. Successful completion of Paragon Level 1 & 2 training provided by Petsense. Operate and use all grooming tools and equipment including bathing tubs, brushes, steel combs, barber shears, scissors, clippers, driers, and bathing products such as perfumed shampoo and soaps

Communicate effectively with customers

Display compassion with animals and treat them accordingly

Work varied hours, days, nights, and weekends as business needs dictate

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 8 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 stand and maintain a stationary position for up to 8 hours while grooming animals.

Ability to frequently move for 4-8 hours per day around the salon to groom animals, clean, and maintain the salon.

Ability to frequently lift or reach merchandise overhead.

Ability to bend, kneel, and squat frequently to position oneself to groom animals, clean shelves, and stock merchandise and equipment.

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 successfully complete all required training.

It is essential to operate all equipment related to your job duties effective, safely, properly, and accurately; and to provide the highest level of customer service.

It is essential that Team Members have the physical and mental stamina and ability to move throughout the store and outdoor areas quickly and safely.

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. Please visit this link for more specific information about the benefits and leave policies applicable to the position you’re applying for.

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. Forfull-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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