Full Time Dog Bather/Groomer Trainee

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Pet Groomer Trainee

About Life at PetSmart

At PetSmart, we’re more than just a company obsessed with pets ; We believe when our associates are happy and healthy, they can provide the best possible care for our furry, scaled, and feathery friends while enjoying a work experience that celebrates them as their authentic selves.

Paid weekly

Health benefits: medical, dental, vision

Paid time off for fulltime associates

PetSmart’s Pet Stylist in Training is responsible for engaging with pet parents and their pets while providing positive experiences and best in class salon services. This position will receive training and guidance from our experienced Professional Styling teams, learning from the best in the industry on proper grooming techniques. The Pet Stylist in Training role is obtained once the associate has successfully completed the PetSmart Grooming Academy.

While under supervision, performs full menu of bath, brush and grooming services and standalone services, such as nail trims, teeth brushing, and sanitary services in accordance with PetSmart’s bathing standards and procedures.

Responsible for the pet parent experience and outcomes conducted in person, over the phone and at the sales register.

Promotes opportunities to grow salon sales to help achieve sales targets and productivity, and any other relevant salon metrics.

Recommends, informs, and sells merchandise and services.

Maintains the highest level of cleanliness, sanitation, and humane conditions for all pets in the grooming area, by performing maintenance throughout the day including end of day cleaning in accordance with the maintenance checklist.

Responsible for taking immediate action when a sick/injured pet is identified in the store; Follows all Company Policies and Procedures.

Successful completion of PetSmart’s Salon Academy training and safety certification program.

Proficiency in computer applications.

Ability to react under pressure and maintain composure.

Flexibility in schedule, able to work evenings, weekends, and holidays as needed.

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the duties of this job, the associate is occasionally exposed to moving mechanical parts, as well as a wet environment with an abundance of pet hair. Exposure to live animals and their handling is common.

Whether it's helping a customer choose their first fish, celebrating a pet's birthday, or seeing the smile on a pet parent’s face after a fresh groom—you'll create moments that matter . At PetSmart, we cherish diversity and the unique perspectives of our 50,000 associates, all united by a passion for pets.

We’re delighted you’re interested in joining our pack and helping us in our commitment to doing Anything for Pets, and the people who love them. We are continually looking to build a strong network of talented candidates to join our organization and are always accepting applications. Feel free to contact your local PetSmart store to check on which roles they are actively hiring for.

Exact rate of pay will be based on relevant experience level, training, skills or knowledge and store location. In no instance will PetSmart pay less than the local minimum wage. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national or ethnic origin, disability, as well as any other characteristic protected by federal, provincial, or local law.

Applicants must be over the age of 18 (except in Montana or where otherwise required by local or state law).