Pet Grooming Apprentice

**Benefits:** - Pet insurance - Annual retention bonus - Dental insurance - Employee discounts - Flexible schedule - Free uniforms - Health insurance - Opportunity for advancement - Paid time off - Training & development - Vision insurance Splish, splash FIDO needs a bath. Are you up for wet wagging tails and flying suds? Are you interested in learning to become a **Pet Groomer**, **Dog Groomer**, or **Grooming Technician** and building a career working with pets? As a Bather / Student Groomer, you’re pawsitively passionate about people and their pets. You will deliver exceptional, neighborly service while supporting the **pet grooming salon** and learning the skills needed to become a professional **dog groomer**. Whether you’re encouraging a bulldog to “gimme the shake,” getting hands-on with **grooming tools and equipment**, or helping a pet look and feel their best, you play a key role in creating a safe, fun, and **pet care** environment where both pets and people thrive. **What You’ll Do** - Deliver exceptional, neighborly **customer service** to every pet and pet parent - Bathe, brush, dry, and assist with **dog grooming services** such as nail trims - Learn proper **pet grooming techniques**, tools, and **breed standards** - Support the **grooming salon team** and assist with daily operations - Ensure the safety, comfort, and well-being of all pets in your care - Maintain a clean, safe, and organized **grooming environment** - Build relationships with neighbors by understanding their pets’ needs - Recommend **pet products and services** to support pet health and wellness - Assist store team members as needed during grooming downtime **You May Be a Great Fit If You** - Love working with **dogs and people** - Are comfortable in a **fast-paced, hands-on environment** (including water, fur, and active pets) - Have strong **attention to detail** and a focus on safety - Enjoy learning new skills and are open to **coaching and feedback** - Have experience in **animal care, veterinary clinics, pet boarding, or daycare environments** - Background as a **Veterinary Technician, Vet Assistant, Animal Care Technician, Kennel Assistant or Pet Care Specialist** - Interest in growing into a **Pet Groomer or Dog Groomer** role - Patience, attention to detail, and the ability to stay calm to guide nervous pets **Requirements and Responsibilities** - High School Diploma or GED required - Previous experience in **pet care, animal handling, retail, or customer service** is a plus, but not required - Ability to lift, move, and handle pets or equipment up to 65 lbs - Ability to stand, bend, and stoop for extended periods - Ability to learn through hands-on training and **online grooming coursework** - Comfortable using **grooming tools and salon equipment** (training provided) - Ability to work a flexible schedule, including evenings, weekends, and holidays - Must be 18+ years old and able to meet hiring requirements set by the local franchise owner Compensation: $15.00 per hour ## Who is Pet Supplies Plus? The "plus" is us, i.e., the people of our over 700+ stores, 2 distribution centers and Michigan-based headquarters. As the nation's largest independent pet store, we've made it our mission to make life easier for pet parents and to create opportunities that make life better for our team members. While pets inspire us, it's our inclusive work environment and collaborative culture that drive us. ## How We Vibe Do you believe no pet can be too pampered? Then you're probably one of us. As a company, our dedication to the furry, feathered, scaly and finned can be summed up by four core values we call our "Paw Print." This is our blueprint for success at Pet Supplies Plus and it's based on the idea that every team member should be neighborly, petcentric, trustworthy and knowledgeable. ^This location is independently owned and operated by a franchise owner. Your application will go directly to the franchise owner hiring team. Each PSP franchise…