Why Join PetSmart

At PetSmart, Anything for Pets starts with our passionate team. As a Pet Bather in Northridge, California, you'll create meaningful moments for pets and their families while enjoying robust benefits like paid weekly wages, health coverage, 401k matching, PTO, associate discounts, tuition assistance, and clear career growth paths. Join 50,000 associates united by pet love and diversity.

Role Overview

The Pet Bather role delivers exceptional salon services, engages pet parents, and upholds safety standards. This entry-level position involves hands-on pet care in a dynamic retail environment, with flexibility for evenings, weekends, and holidays. Physical demands include lifting up to 50lbs, working in wet conditions with pets, and maintaining composure under pressure.

Key Responsibilities

• Complete PetSmart’s Splash training and safety certification.
• Perform full bath/brush services, nail trims, teeth brushing, and sanitary care per standards.
• Handle check-in/out, reservations, and pet parent interactions in-person or by phone.
• Ensure safe environments, identify sick/injured pets, and arrange vet transport.
• Maintain store cleanliness, recommend health solutions, and assist other departments.

Experience & Skills

No prior experience required—training provided. Ideal candidates have computer proficiency, strong communication, organizational skills, and pet passion. Must stand/walk extensively, lift 50+ lbs (team lifts for heavier), and thrive in moderate-to-high noise with pet hair exposure. Depth perception and flexibility essential.

Benefits

PetSmart invests in you: weekly pay, comprehensive health/wellness, 401k match, PTO, discounts, tuition aid, development opportunities, and a culture of belonging. Make a daily impact—apply now!