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This position is responsible for completing the training course provided by Petsense, “Paragon,” in preparation for a career in grooming and/or bathing.
Paragon is a virtual distant learning program where students are guided through two levels of a training program (Level 1 5-8 weeks, Level 2 10 weeks) designed to educate students on the fundamentals in bathing and grooming, while also providing the necessary basic skills in safety, pet first aid and CPR, pet handling skills, dog anatomy and dog physiology. This is achieved through a combination of hands-on practice, book work, online exams, watching videos and submitting photos of practical application for grading.
Successful on time completion of the Paragon Level 1 and Level 2 will earn a complete set of grooming tools. Store tools will be provided to use in the store while completing training.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities (Min 5%)
- Follow and demonstrate all Petsense by Tractor Supply Mission and Values
- Maintain regular and predictable attendance
- Work scheduled shifts and have the ability to work varied hours, days, nights, weekends and overtime as dictated by business needs.
- Work scheduled shifts for the duration of the 15 week training program (Level 1 PT or FT and Level 2 required FT)
- Paragon students are required to perform a combination of the following duties throughout their day. Although daily tasks may vary day to day, our business and staffing model makes it essential every Paragon student be able to perform all of the following duties accurately, efficiently, and safely on a regular basis and without advance notice:
- Successfully complete the following training for Level 1 by the required timeline of five weeks:
- Nail trimming and ear plucking
- Heavy coated bath and brush
- Curly coat bath and brush
- Natural foot trimming
- Conduct a minimum of 10 hands-on practice sessions in each training category
- Submit photos of experience by required deadline
- Complete 40 breed specific bath dogs and submit tracking journal by the required deadline
- Assists in generating business by calling existing and new customers, scheduling appointments, follow-up phone calls and reminders to customers, and verifying vaccinations
- Promote a safe and productive work environment for all Team Members, customers, and vendors
- Greet customers and pets and thoroughly complete 7-point Check-in
- Ensures the safety and well-being of animals
- Inspects animals for external signs of parasites, disease or injury and reports findings to pet owners
- Sanitizes and maintains upkeep of all grooming tools and equipment to eliminate injury and spread of diseases to other pet clients
- Maintains safe and sanitary work area to reduce risk to human and animal clients
- Maintains records of all pet clients to include services provided and vaccination records
- Operates computer as needed
- Recovery of store, if needed
Required Qualifications
Experience: Must be comfortable working with dogs and cats. Ability to demonstrate patience and compassion for animals. Tools will be provided while enrolled in Paragon.
Education: High school diploma or equivalent required
Preferred knowledge, skills or abilities
- Operate and use all grooming tools and equipment including bathing tubs, brushes, combs, scissors, clippers, dryers, and bathing products such as perfumed shampoo and soaps
- Communicate effectively with Associates and customers
- Display compassion with animals and treat them accordingly
- Exhibit attention to detail
- Read, write and count to accurately complete all documentation
- Problem solving skills
- Basic computer skills
- Strong interpersonal skills and ability to resolve issues ethically and with minimal conflict.
Working Conditions
Working environment is favorable, generally working inside with moderate noise.
Exposure to sharp grooming instruments, perfumed shampoos and soaps, pets, and pet waste.
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 10 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.) lighting and temperature are adequate.
Physical Requirements
- Ability to move and transfer live animals, equipment, and merchandise weighing up to 50 pounds.
- Lift and carry pets generally weighing up to 75 pounds, ability to lift and carry pets weighing over 100 pounds assisted.
- Ability to push and pull merchandise up to 2,000 pounds with the assistance of proper material handling equipment (e.g. pallet jack, dolly or U-boat).
- Ability to walk, stand and maintain a stationary position while grooming animals for a full shift.
- Ability to frequently move around the salon to groom and bath animals, clean, and maintain the salon for a full shift.
- Ability to safely access all areas of the store including selling floor, stock area, register area and the full salon including bathing area.
- Ability to utilize grooming instruments including shears and dryers.
- Ability to occasionally lift or reach overhead.
- Ability to stand, twist, bend, kneel, crouch, stoop and squat frequently to position oneself to groom and bath animals, clean shelves, stock merchandise and equipment as business needs dictate.
- Ability to constantly operate store equipment such as computer, cash register, and other store equipment.
- Ability to read, write, and count accurately to complete all documentation.
- Ability to utilize strong written and verbal communication skills to communicate effectively with team members and customers.
- Ability to handle and be in contact with live animals.
- Ability to successfully complete all training and certifications to care for live animals.
- Ability to successfully complete all required training.
Disclaimer
This job description represents an overview of the responsibilities for the above referenced position. It is not intended to represent a comprehensive list of responsibilities. A team member should perform all duties as assigned by his/her supervisor.
Company Info
At Tractor Supply and Petsense by Tractor Supply, our Team Members are the heart of our success. Their dedication, passion, and hard work drive everything we do, and we are committed to supporting them with a comprehensive and accessible total reward package. We understand the evolving needs of our Team Members and their families, and we strive to offer meaningful, competitive, and sustainable benefits that support their well-being today and in the future.
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. The lookback period starts the first of the month following the date of hire. If the 15-hour requirement was met, the benefits eligibility date will be the first day of the month following 4 months of continuous service.
Please visit this link for more specific information about the benefits and leave policies applicable to the position you’re applying for.
Nearest Major Market: Mobile AL
Overall Job Summary
This position is responsible for completing the training course provided by Petsense, “Paragon,” in preparation for a career in grooming and/or bathing.
Paragon is a virtual distant learning program where students are guided through two levels of a training program (Level 1 5-8 weeks, Level 2 10 weeks) designed to educate students on the fundamentals in bathing and grooming, while also providing the necessary basic skills in safety, pet first aid and CPR, pet handling skills, dog anatomy and dog physiology. This is achieved through a combination of hands-on practice, book work, online exams, watching videos and submitting photos of practical application for grading.
Successful on time completion of the Paragon Level 1 and Level 2 will earn a complete set of grooming tools. Store tools will be provided to use in the store while completing training.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities (Min 5%)
- Follow and demonstrate all Petsense by Tractor Supply Mission and Values
- Maintain regular and predictable attendance
- Work scheduled shifts and have the ability to work varied hours, days, nights, weekends and overtime as dictated by business needs.
- Work scheduled shifts for the duration of the 15 week training program (Level 1 PT or FT and Level 2 required FT)
- Paragon students are required to perform a combination of the following duties throughout their day. Although daily tasks may vary day to day, our business and staffing model makes it essential every Paragon student be able to perform all of the following duties accurately, efficiently, and safely on a regular basis and without advance notice:
- Successfully complete the following training for Level 1 by the required timeline of five weeks:
- Nail trimming and ear plucking
- Heavy coated bath and brush
- Curly coat bath and brush
- Natural foot trimming
- Conduct a minimum of 10 hands-on practice sessions in each training category
- Submit photos of experience by required deadline
- Complete 40 breed specific bath dogs and submit tracking journal by the required deadline
- Assists in generating business by calling existing and new customers, scheduling appointments, follow-up phone calls and reminders to customers, and verifying vaccinations
- Promote a safe and productive work environment for all Team Members, customers, and vendors
- Greet customers and pets and thoroughly complete 7-point Check-in
- Ensures the safety and well-being of animals
- Inspects animals for external signs of parasites, disease or injury and reports findings to pet owners
- Sanitizes and maintains upkeep of all grooming tools and equipment to eliminate injury and spread of diseases to other pet clients
- Maintains safe and sanitary work area to reduce risk to human and animal clients
- Maintains records of all pet clients to include services provided and vaccination records
- Operates computer as needed
- Recovery of store, if needed
Required Qualifications
Experience: Must be comfortable working with dogs and cats. Ability to demonstrate patience and compassion for animals. Tools will be provided while enrolled in Paragon.
Education: High school diploma or equivalent required
Preferred knowledge, skills or abilities
- Operate and use all grooming tools and equipment including bathing tubs, brushes, combs, scissors, clippers, dryers, and bathing products such as perfumed shampoo and soaps
- Communicate effectively with Associates and customers
- Display compassion with animals and treat them accordingly
- Exhibit attention to detail
- Read, write and count to accurately complete all documentation
- Problem solving skills
- Basic computer skills
- Strong interpersonal skills and ability to resolve issues ethically and with minimal conflict.
Working Conditions
Working environment is favorable, generally working inside with moderate noise.
Exposure to sharp grooming instruments, perfumed shampoos and soaps, pets, and pet waste.
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 10 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.) lighting and temperature are adequate.
Physical Requirements
- Ability to move and transfer live animals, equipment, and merchandise weighing up to 50 pounds.
- Lift and carry pets generally weighing up to 75 pounds, ability to lift and carry pets weighing over 100 pounds assisted.
- Ability to push and pull merchandise up to 2,000 pounds with the assistance of proper material handling equipment (e.g. pallet jack, dolly or U-boat).
- Ability to walk, stand and maintain a stationary position while grooming animals for a full shift.
- Ability to frequently move around the salon to groom and bath animals, clean, and maintain the salon for a full shift.
- Ability to safely access all areas of the store including selling floor, stock area, register area and the full salon including bathing area.
- Ability to utilize grooming instruments including shears and dryers.
- Ability to occasionally lift or reach overhead.
- Ability to stand, twist, bend, kneel, crouch, stoop and squat frequently to position oneself to groom and bath animals, clean shelves, stock merchandise and equipment as business needs dictate.
- Ability to constantly operate store equipment such as computer, cash register, and other store equipment.
- Ability to read, write, and count accurately to complete all documentation.
- Ability to utilize strong written and verbal communication skills to communicate effectively with team members and customers.
- Ability to handle and be in contact with live animals.
- Ability to successfully complete all training and certifications to care for live animals.
- Ability to successfully complete all required training.
Disclaimer
This job description represents an overview of the responsibilities for the above referenced position. It is not intended to represent a comprehensive list of responsibilities. A team member should perform all duties as assigned by his/her supervisor.
Company Info
At Tractor Supply and Petsense by Tractor Supply, our Team Members are the heart of our success. Their dedication, passion, and hard work drive everything we do, and we are committed to supporting them with a comprehensive and accessible total reward package. We understand the evolving needs of our Team Members and their families, and we strive to offer meaningful, competitive, and sustainable benefits that support their well-being today and in the future.
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. The lookback period starts the first of the month following the date of hire. If the 15-hour requirement was met, the benefits eligibility date will be the first day of the month following 4 months of continuous service.
Please visit this link for more specific information about the benefits and leave policies applicable to the position you’re applying for.
Nearest Major Market: Mobile AL
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding Green Card Sponsorship in Groom
Document your hands-on equine care credentials
Compile certificates from accredited horsemanship programs, farrier courses, or veterinary assistant training alongside reference letters from licensed trainers. USCIS and DOL reviewers look for evidence of specialized skill that distinguishes your experience from general stable labor.
Target racing and show facilities with stable workforces
Thoroughbred racetracks, Olympic-level show barns, and large breeding farms hire year-round and have HR infrastructure capable of managing a multi-year PERM filing. Smaller hobby stables rarely have the legal budget or patience for the process.
Use Migrate Mate to find employers with green card filing history
Search Migrate Mate by occupation and location to identify equine employers who have sponsored foreign workers before. Prior PERM filings signal that the employer already understands the timeline and won't abandon the process mid-filing.
Verify the prevailing wage before negotiating your offer
Use the OFLC Wage Search to look up the prevailing wage for groom or animal caretaker roles in your target county. Your offered wage must meet or exceed this figure or DOL will reject the PERM application, so confirm it before the offer letter is drafted.
Understand the PERM recruitment window affects your start date
Your employer must complete a mandatory DOL-supervised recruitment process before filing PERM, typically spanning 60 to 90 days. Factor this into your timeline so you don't sign a lease or give notice at a current position prematurely.
Ask employers about concurrent I-140 and adjustment of status filing
Once the PERM is certified, workers from most countries can file the I-140 petition and I-485 adjustment of status concurrently if a visa number is immediately available. Confirm whether your employer's attorney plans to use this approach to shorten your overall wait.
Green Card Groom: Frequently Asked Questions
Can a Groom role qualify for EB-3 green card sponsorship?
Yes. Groom positions typically qualify under the EB-3 skilled worker category when the employer can demonstrate the role requires at least two years of training or experience. The employer files a PERM labor certification with DOL to prove no qualified U.S. worker is available, then follows with an I-140 petition and your adjustment of status application.
How does green card sponsorship differ from H-1B sponsorship for a Groom?
H-1B visa requires a specialty occupation with a bachelor's degree requirement, which most Groom roles don't meet, making H-1B essentially unavailable for this job title. EB-3 green card sponsorship through PERM is the practical route. There's no annual lottery at the EB-3 petition stage, and the outcome is permanent residency rather than a temporary, employer-tied status that expires.
How long does the PERM and green card process take for a Groom position?
Expect a minimum of two to three years from PERM filing to a green card in hand for most nationalities, assuming no backlogs. The PERM recruitment phase alone takes 60 to 90 days, DOL adjudication can run six months or longer, and USCIS processing adds additional time. Workers born in countries with visa backlogs, such as India or China, may face significantly longer waits.
Where can I find equine employers who have sponsored green cards before?
Migrate Mate filters job listings by employers with documented green card sponsorship history, so you can focus your search on stables, racetracks, and breeding farms that have already navigated the PERM process. Approaching employers who have sponsored before saves months of educating hiring managers about what the commitment involves.
Does the O*NET classification for Groom affect PERM eligibility?
Yes. The O*NET occupational profile for Nonfarm Animal Caretakers includes the Standard Occupational Classification code that DOL uses to determine job zone and prevailing wage. Your employer's attorney will reference this profile when drafting the PERM job description, so the duties listed in your offer letter need to align with the O*NET definition to avoid a DOL audit or denial.