Bather/Student Groomer (Groom Tech) - After 4pm at Pet Supplies Plus

Merrionette Park, Illinois, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

30 May, 26

Salary

17.6

Posted On

01 Mar, 26

Experience

0 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Pet Handling, Bathing, Styling, Brushing, Nail Trimming, Cleaning, Safety, Customer Service, Product Recommendation, Online Learning, Team Assistance, Physical Stamina

Industry

Retail

Description

Overview Splish, splash FIDO needs a bath—after 4 pm.Are you up for wet wagging tails and flying suds in the evening hours? If you love pets, enjoy a fun and friendly atmosphere, and are interested in learning to become a Groomer, join our pack for a pawsitively rewarding experience. Responsibilities/Qualifications As a Bather/Student Groomer (Groom Tech) working evening shifts only, after 4pm. You'll bring neighborly service and tail-wagging joy to pets and their families. We provide the opportunity to attend our free, paid training through the world-renowned Paragon School or Pet Grooming if you're looking to grow into a Groomer role. Groom Tech key responsibilities Encourage a bulldog to “gimme the shake!” and celebrate the resulting shower Bathe and style dogs to breed standards using professional grooming tools Receive a free grooming toolkit worth over $600 when you enroll in Paragon Learn and grow through our online grooming program Delight neighbors and pets with brushing, bathing, and nail trimming Keep the grooming space clean, safe, and welcoming Assist store team members during grooming downtime Build lasting relationships with pet parents by recommending products and services PAWsome Groom Tech candidates will have: A love for pets and a desire to work in a pet-friendly, family-oriented environment High School Diploma or GED This role requires frequent bending/twisting, standing and stooping and the ability to lift and carry up to 40-65 lbs. Comfortable with online learning and video-based training Available to work evening shifts only after 4pm including weekends and holidays Must be at least 18 years old and pass applicable screenings Why Join Us: Evening-only schedule after 4pm for flexibility and work-life balance Employee discounts on pet products and services Opportunities for pay increases and career growth 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 over 750 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. 21 overall in Entrepreneur Magazine's 2024 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 www.petsuppliesplus.com. EOE STATEMENT We 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. Min USD $16.60/Hr. Max USD $17.60/Hr.

Responsibilities

Key responsibilities include bathing and styling dogs to breed standards, encouraging positive pet interactions, and maintaining a clean grooming space. The role also involves assisting team members and building relationships with pet owners by recommending products and services.