Pet Grooming Apprentice: Start Your Grooming Career

PetSmart; Northwestern Ontario; On-site; CAD 30,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

A leading pet care retailer in Northwestern Ontario is seeking a Pet Groomer Trainee. This role involves engaging with pet parents and their pets, providing grooming services, and receiving training from experienced professionals. Candidates should have completion of PetSmart’s Salon Academy training and good communication skills. The position requires flexibility with schedule, a passion for pets, and a strong emphasis on customer service and pet safety standards.

Benefits

Paid Weekly

Health & Wellness Benefits

Group Registered Retirement Plan (RRSP)

Paid Time off for full-time associates

Associate discounts

Tuition Assistance

Career pathing

Development opportunities

Qualifications

• Successful completion of PetSmart’s Salon Academy training and safety certification program.
• Prior grooming experience preferred; may be asked to complete a technical exam.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Performing full menu of bath, brush and grooming services.
• Recommending health and wellness solutions for pets.
• Assisting with check-in and check-out processes for grooming appointments.

Skills

Quality of Grooming

Customer Service

Technical Skills

Organizational Skills

Communication Skills

Education

Completion of PetSmart’s Salon Academy training

Prior grooming experience preferred

Job description

A leading pet care retailer in Northwestern Ontario is seeking a Pet Groomer Trainee. This role involves engaging with pet parents and their pets, providing grooming services, and receiving training from experienced professionals. Candidates should have completion of PetSmart’s Salon Academy training and good communication skills. The position requires flexibility with schedule, a passion for pets, and a strong emphasis on customer service and pet safety standards.