Pet Groomer Trainee

PetSmart Store Support Group, Inc.; Riverside (CA); On-site; USD 30,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is looking for a passionate Pet Groomer Trainee to join their team. In this role, you will receive specialized training in grooming techniques while providing exceptional service to pet parents. Your responsibilities include performing grooming services, maintaining a safe and clean environment, and engaging with customers to enhance their experience. This position offers a unique opportunity to work closely with pets and contribute to their well-being, all while being part of a supportive and diverse team dedicated to making a meaningful impact every day. If you love pets and enjoy helping others, this is the perfect opportunity for you!

Benefits

Paid Weekly

Health Benefits: Medical, Dental, Vision

401k

Tuition Assistance

Associate Discounts and Perks

Paid Time Off for Fulltime Associates

Career Pathing

Development Opportunities

Qualifications

• Completion of grooming academy training and safety certification is essential.
• Prior grooming experience is preferred but not mandatory.

Responsibilities

• Provide grooming services under supervision while ensuring pet safety.
• Engage with pet parents and recommend health solutions based on pet needs.
• Maintain cleanliness and sanitation in the grooming area.

Skills

Grooming Techniques

Customer Service

Communication Skills

Organizational Skills

Technical Skills

Education

Completion of PetSmart’s Salon Academy

Prior Grooming Experience

Tools

Computer Applications

Job description

PetSmart does Anything for Pets and Everything for You – JOIN OUR TEAM!

Pet Groomer Trainee

About Life at PetSmart

At PetSmart, we’re more than just a company obsessed with pets; we’re obsessed with our people too. Our values are rooted in unconditional love—a lesson we learn from our pets—and staying united together. 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.

Benefits that benefit you

• Paid weekly
• Health benefits: medical, dental, vision
• 401k
• Tuition assistance
• Associate discounts and perks
• Paid time off for fulltime associates
• Career pathing
• Development opportunities

JOB SUMMARY

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. This position is also responsible for upholding the company’s vision, mission, values, and strategy. This role also shares responsibility of store cleanliness, recommending of solutions for pet parents, and pet safety standards.

Pet Stylist in Training role is obtained once the associate has successfully completed the PetSmart Grooming Academy.

ESSENTIAL RESPONSIBILITIES

Job responsibilities include, but are not limited to, the following and may vary depending on store characteristics and needs:

• 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.
• Develop and display safe technical skills that will meet or exceed the company's minimum expectations.
• Recommends additional health and wellness solutions with Pet Parents based on pet’s needs.
• Responsible for the pet parent experience and outcomes conducted in person, over the phone and at the sales register.
• Greets pet parents, answers their questions, and assists with making reservations in the salon.
• Conducts salon appointment reminder calls, maintains client records and consults with pet parents on services offered.
• Performs check-in and check-out procedures for grooming appointments, including applicable paperwork and rebooking.
• 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; transport to the vet as needed.
• Assists and works in other departments as required. Other duties may be assigned.
• Participates in our culture of Belonging and Recognition.
• Follows all Company Policies and Procedures.

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.
• Proficiency in computer applications.
• Ability to react under pressure and maintain composure.
• Flexibility in schedule, able to work evenings, weekends, and holidays as needed.
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail and safety measures.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS AND WORK ENVIRONMENT

• Associate required to stand, walk, climb a ladder, and use hands to handle, feel, hold, write, etc. The associate frequently is required to reach with hands and arms: stoop, kneel, crouch, talk and hear. Specific vision abilities required by this job include depth perception. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
• Associate must frequently lift and/or move up to 50 pounds and occasionally team lift and/or move more than 100 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include depth perception.
• 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. The noise level is moderate in the work environment; however, associates may be exposed to high levels of noise at times. Exposure to live animals and their handling is common.

Do what you love

Join us for a chance to make a meaningful impact every day. 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're excited to hear your story and learn more about you! Apply Now!