Pet Groomer Trainee - Careers at PetSmart
PetSmart
Pet Groomer Trainee - Careers at PetSmart
Job Description
Why Join PetSmart
At PetSmart, Anything for Pets begins with our people. Every associate plays a vital role in creating meaningful experiences for pets and their families. We empower our teams with tools, resources, and opportunities to grow and succeed in a supportive environment that values belonging and recognition.
Role Overview
As a Pet Groomer Trainee in Albemarle, North Carolina, you'll receive hands-on training from our experienced Professional Styling teams. This entry-level role focuses on learning industry-leading grooming techniques while delivering exceptional salon services under supervision. Advance to Pet Stylist after completing PetSmart Grooming Academy.
Key Responsibilities
Under guidance, perform full grooming services like baths, brushes, nail trims, teeth brushing, and sanitary care per PetSmart standards. Engage pet parents to recommend solutions, manage appointments, ensure salon cleanliness, and uphold pet safety. Promote sales, maintain records, and assist across departments as needed.
Daily Operations
- Greet clients, handle check-ins/check-outs, and make reminder calls.
- Identify and address sick/injured pets promptly.
- Follow all company policies for a safe, humane environment.
Experience & Skills
Prior grooming experience preferred; complete our Salon Academy and safety certification. Demonstrate composure under pressure, physical stamina to lift 50+ lbs, and flexibility for evenings/weekends. Strong communication, organization, and computer skills required.
Physical Demands
Stand, walk, stoop, kneel; work in wet, noisy environments with pet hair and mechanical parts. Depth perception and team lifting essential.
Benefits
Enjoy paid weekly wages, health & wellness benefits*, 401k match, PTO for full-time, associate discounts, tuition assistance, and clear career paths. Join a team passionate about pets!
Locations
- Albemarle, North Carolina, United States
Salary
28,000 - 35,000 USD / yearly
* This is an estimated range based on market data and may vary based on experience and qualifications.
Skills Required
- Pet grooming techniquesintermediate
- Customer service excellenceintermediate
- Pet safety and handlingintermediate
- Salon maintenance and sanitationintermediate
- Sales and upsellingintermediate
- Computer proficiencyintermediate
Required Qualifications
- Successful completion of PetSmart’s Salon Academy training and safety certification (experience)
- Prior grooming experience preferred with possible technical exam (experience)
- Strong organizational skills and attention to detail (experience)
- Flexibility to work evenings, weekends, and holidays (experience)
- Ability to lift 50+ pounds and handle physical demands (experience)
- Excellent written and verbal communication (experience)
Responsibilities
- Perform supervised bathing, brushing, and grooming services including nail trims and sanitary care
- Recommend health and wellness solutions to pet parents
- Manage pet parent interactions, reservations, check-ins, check-outs, and rebooking
- Maintain salon cleanliness, sanitation, and pet safety standards
- Promote salon sales, merchandise, and services to meet targets
- Assist in other store departments and respond to pet health emergencies
Benefits
- general: Paid Weekly
- general: Health & Wellness Benefits*
- general: 401k Plan with company match
- general: Paid Time off for full-time associates
- general: Associate discounts
- general: Tuition Assistance
- general: Career pathing and development opportunities
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Pet Groomer Trainee - Careers at PetSmart
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Pet Groomer Trainee - Careers at PetSmart
Job Description
Why Join PetSmart
At PetSmart, Anything for Pets begins with our people. Every associate plays a vital role in creating meaningful experiences for pets and their families. We empower our teams with tools, resources, and opportunities to grow and succeed in a supportive environment that values belonging and recognition.
Role Overview
As a Pet Groomer Trainee in Albemarle, North Carolina, you'll receive hands-on training from our experienced Professional Styling teams. This entry-level role focuses on learning industry-leading grooming techniques while delivering exceptional salon services under supervision. Advance to Pet Stylist after completing PetSmart Grooming Academy.
Key Responsibilities
Under guidance, perform full grooming services like baths, brushes, nail trims, teeth brushing, and sanitary care per PetSmart standards. Engage pet parents to recommend solutions, manage appointments, ensure salon cleanliness, and uphold pet safety. Promote sales, maintain records, and assist across departments as needed.
Daily Operations
- Greet clients, handle check-ins/check-outs, and make reminder calls.
- Identify and address sick/injured pets promptly.
- Follow all company policies for a safe, humane environment.
Experience & Skills
Prior grooming experience preferred; complete our Salon Academy and safety certification. Demonstrate composure under pressure, physical stamina to lift 50+ lbs, and flexibility for evenings/weekends. Strong communication, organization, and computer skills required.
Physical Demands
Stand, walk, stoop, kneel; work in wet, noisy environments with pet hair and mechanical parts. Depth perception and team lifting essential.
Benefits
Enjoy paid weekly wages, health & wellness benefits*, 401k match, PTO for full-time, associate discounts, tuition assistance, and clear career paths. Join a team passionate about pets!
Locations
- Albemarle, North Carolina, United States
Salary
28,000 - 35,000 USD / yearly
* This is an estimated range based on market data and may vary based on experience and qualifications.
Skills Required
- Pet grooming techniquesintermediate
- Customer service excellenceintermediate
- Pet safety and handlingintermediate
- Salon maintenance and sanitationintermediate
- Sales and upsellingintermediate
- Computer proficiencyintermediate
Required Qualifications
- Successful completion of PetSmart’s Salon Academy training and safety certification (experience)
- Prior grooming experience preferred with possible technical exam (experience)
- Strong organizational skills and attention to detail (experience)
- Flexibility to work evenings, weekends, and holidays (experience)
- Ability to lift 50+ pounds and handle physical demands (experience)
- Excellent written and verbal communication (experience)
Responsibilities
- Perform supervised bathing, brushing, and grooming services including nail trims and sanitary care
- Recommend health and wellness solutions to pet parents
- Manage pet parent interactions, reservations, check-ins, check-outs, and rebooking
- Maintain salon cleanliness, sanitation, and pet safety standards
- Promote salon sales, merchandise, and services to meet targets
- Assist in other store departments and respond to pet health emergencies
Benefits
- general: Paid Weekly
- general: Health & Wellness Benefits*
- general: 401k Plan with company match
- general: Paid Time off for full-time associates
- general: Associate discounts
- general: Tuition Assistance
- general: Career pathing and development opportunities
Tags & Categories
Answer 10 quick questions to check your fit for Pet Groomer Trainee - Careers at PetSmart @ PetSmart.
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