Job description

Job Summary

A great starter job!

We are currently looking for dedicated, outgoing team members who are interested in working weekdays and Weekends.

Store Team Member

Did you know bearded dragons grow up to 2 feet long? Or that the average life span for an umbrella cockatoo is 50 years? Our team members are pet lovers and like to know it all!

As a STORE TEAM MEMBER you’re pawsitively passionate about people and their pets. Providing exceptional, neighborly service at every opportunity during your work day, you will…

• stop to help a neighbor select the perfect toy for a terrier that likes to chew
• review and compare the ingredient labels of several food brands for a concerned cat parent
• fit a squirming dachshund with the perfect harness
• educate a sixth grader on bird ownership
• stock shelves and ring up neighbors’ purchases
• feed all the furry pets and make sure their cages are spiffy

…all while engaging with our neighbors and smiling in the face of puppy breath. Are you awesome? No, you are more than that. You’re PAWsome!

Responsibilities and Duties

A team member will likely do it all, but may specialize in any of the following areas:

Stocker

• Safely unloads our delivery trucks using the proper equipment
• Stocks shelves to ensure Fido always gets his favorite chew toy and treats
• Assists in transporting heavier items such as kitty litter or dog chow to neighbor’s cars

Pet Care

• Provides care for pets in our store, which may include cleaning habitats, feeding and handling the animals
• Matchmaking! Answering neighbor’s questions on animal care to help them find or maintain the perfect pet

Qualifications and Skills

Teamwork. All team members jump in when they are needed as backup.

Being *knowledgeable about animals and our products* in order to provide outstanding neighborly service is a must. We will provide and support learning through our Pet Degree pay-for-knowledge programs.

Candidates must be flexible to work mornings, evenings, weekends and holidays. All candidates must be 16 years or older.

Some positions on the team can be more physically demanding. Candidates must be able to stand for long periods of time and be comfortable lifting up to 65lbs (especially when stocking).

Good customer service skills and a positive presence.

Work Remotely

• No

Job Type: Part-time

Salary: $10.00 - $12.00 per hour

Benefits:

• Employee discount
• Flexible schedule

Shift:

• 4 hour shift
• 8 hour shift
• Day shift
• Evening shift
• Morning shift
• Night shift

Weekly day range:

• Monday to Friday
• Weekend availability

Shift availability:

• Day Shift (Preferred)
• Night Shift (Preferred)

Work Location: In person

Job Type: Part-time

Pay: $10.10 - $12.00 per hour

Benefits:

• Employee discount

Shift:

• Day shift
• Evening shift

Weekly day range:

• Monday to Friday
• Weekends as needed

Education:

• High school or equivalent (Preferred)

Shift availability:

• Day Shift (Required)

Ability to Commute:

• Redford, MI 48239 (Required)

Work Location: In person