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Pet Supplies Plus

Groom Student / Groom Tech (Bather)

NY · On-site

$16 - $17/hr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • PTO

Attend our free, paid training through the world renown Paragon School of Pet Grooming if looking to become a Groomer in the future! * Get comfortable with all tools and grooming equipment * Learn ...

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As of Aug 20, 2026, the average hourly pay for pet world in Rochester, NY is $15.83, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $13.27 and $18.03 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

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A Pet World job typically involves working in a pet store or animal care environment, assisting customers with pet-related products, caring for animals, and maintaining a clean and safe store environment. Employees may help educate customers on pet care, handle sales transactions, and ensure the well-being of pets in the store. Positions can range from entry-level roles like sales associates to managerial roles overseeing operations.

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Employees at Pet World typically spend their days caring for a variety of animals, assisting customers with pet product selections, and maintaining a clean, safe store environment. Responsibilities also include stocking shelves, feeding and monitoring animals, providing guidance on pet care, and operating the register. Team members often collaborate to organize events like pet adoption days or community workshops. This role blends hands-on animal care with retail and customer service, making each day varied and engaging for animal lovers.

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To thrive at Pet World, you need experience in animal care, customer service, and retail operations, often supported by a high school diploma or equivalent. Familiarity with point-of-sale (POS) systems and inventory management software is typically required, along with any certifications in pet handling or animal first aid. Excellent communication, patience, and teamwork skills help build strong relationships with both customers and colleagues. These abilities are essential for ensuring animal well-being, delivering great customer service, and maintaining smooth store operations.

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Infographic showing various Pet World job openings in Rochester, NY as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 67% Full Time, and 33% Part Time. Highlights an 100% In-person job distribution, with an average salary of $32,932 per year, or $15.8 per hour.

Groom Student / Groom Tech (Bather)

Pet Supplies Plus

Webster, NY • On-site

$16 - $17/hr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, PTO

Re-posted 17 days ago

Pet Supplies Plus rating

5.1

Company rating: 5.1 out of 10

Based on 386 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

585th of 734 rated retailers

Job description

Splish, splash FIDO needs a bath. Are you up for wet wagging tails and flying suds? Are you interested in learning to become a Groomer? Join our pack and attend our free Paragon School of Pet Grooming!


As a Bather/Student Groomer (Groom Tech) at Pet Supplies Plus, you’re pawsitively passionate about people and their pets. Providing exceptional, neighborly service at every opportunity during your workday, you will:

  • Encourage a bulldog to “gimme the shake!” and celebrate the resulting shower
  • Attend our free, paid training through the world renown Paragon School of Pet Grooming if looking to become a Groomer in the future!
  • Get comfortable with all tools and grooming equipment
  • Learn how to bathe and style dogs to breed standards
  • Upon hire, receive a free tool kit worth over $600 as a bonus of enrolling in the Paragon school if looking to become a Groomer!

 …all while engaging with our neighbors and smiling in the face of puppy breath. Are you a superhero with a flea comb and a slicker brush?  No, you are more than that. You are PAWsome.

 

Groom Tech key responsibilities include:

  • Delighting Neighbors and pets with grooming services, such as brushing, bathing, and trimming nails.
  • Learning and demonstrating all the skills necessary to become a groomer through the online distance program.
  • Always ensuring the wellness and safety of furry patrons.
  • Developing long-term relationships with Neighbors by understanding their needs and recommending products and services that will keep their pet healthy and happy.
  • Performing routine cleaning to keep the grooming environment fun and inviting.
  • Successfully completing Safety Training certification.
  • Assisting store team members during grooming downtime.

 PAWsome Groom Tech candidates will have:

  • Experience in retail or other industry working with pets, but not required.
  • High School Diploma or GED
  • Ability to move or lift merchandise, equipment or pets weighing up to 50 pounds.
  • Ability to stand, bend or stoop for extended periods of time.
  • Ability to review videos and take tests online.
  • Flexibility in working evenings, weekends and holidays.
  • Candidates must pass a drug screening (in applicable states) and validated selection test and be at least 18 years old.

Why Us:

  • Employee Discounts
  • Flexible Schedules
  • Pay Increases & Pet Care Training Programs
  • Promotion From Within Culture
  • Medical, Dental & Vision Plans (Full-Time)
  • Health Savings & Flexible Spending Accounts (Full-Time)
  • Paid Time Off (Full-Time)

Pet Supplies Plus is focused on making it easier to get better products for your pet. With 770+ 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. 31 overall in Entrepreneur Magazine's 2026 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. 


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