Groom Technician Trainee

About the role

Petsense is seeking enthusiastic individuals to join its Groom Technician Training program. You will enroll in the virtual Paragon Level 1 course and gain hands‑on experience grooming dogs and cats while learning essential safety and animal‑care skills.

Key responsibilities

• Enroll in and complete the 15‑week Paragon Level 1 training within the required five‑week timeline.
• Perform bathing, drying, brushing, combing, nail trimming, ear cleaning, and preparatory hair trimming on all coat types.
• Apply basic clipper and finishing techniques safely and efficiently.
• Handle pets with confidence, conduct health inspections, and report any signs of parasites, disease, or injury.
• Maintain sanitation standards for grooming tools, equipment, and holding areas.
• Provide courteous customer service, schedule appointments, follow‑up with clients, and keep accurate service and vaccination records.
• Operate store computers for documentation and assist with store recovery tasks as needed.

Required profile

• Comfortable working with dogs and cats.
• Patience, attention to detail, and a service‑oriented attitude.
• Willingness to work varied hours, including evenings, weekends and overtime.

Required skills

• Pet handling and safety protocols.
• Bathing, drying, brushing, and combing techniques.
• Nail trimming and ear cleaning.
• Basic hair trimming and clipper operation.
• Sanitation and equipment maintenance.
• Basic computer operation for record‑keeping.
• Pet first aid and CPR knowledge.

What we offer

• Comprehensive virtual training (Paragon Level 1).
• Hands‑on grooming experience in a supportive environment.
• Opportunities for career advancement within Petsense.