Why Join PetSmart

At PetSmart, Anything for Pets starts with our passionate team. As a Pet Bather in O'Fallon, Missouri, 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 our love for pets and commitment to diversity.

Role Overview

PetSmart's Professional Pet Bather delivers exceptional salon services, engages pet parents, and upholds safety standards. This entry-level role in our O'Fallon store involves hands-on pet care, customer interactions, and maintaining a clean, welcoming environment. Ideal for animal lovers seeking flexible hours and professional development.

Key Responsibilities

• Complete Splash training and perform full bath/brush services, nail trims, teeth brushing, and sanitary care per PetSmart standards.
• Greet pet parents, handle check-in/out, reservations, and recommend wellness solutions/merchandise.
• Ensure pet safety, respond to sick/injured animals, and transport to vets as needed.
• Maintain salon/store cleanliness and assist other departments.
• Follow all policies, participate in Belonging culture, and deliver positive experiences.

Experience & Skills

No prior experience required—training provided. Successful candidates demonstrate pet affinity, customer service skills, computer proficiency, composure under pressure, schedule flexibility (evenings/weekends/holidays), organizational detail, and strong communication. Physical demands include lifting 50+ lbs, standing, bending, and working in wet/noisy environments with animals.

Benefits

Thrive with paid weekly pay, comprehensive health/wellness benefits, 401k match, PTO, discounts, tuition aid, and development opportunities. PetSmart is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to inclusive hiring.