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 (Pet Stylist in Training) in our Las Vegas, Nevada location, you'll receive hands-on training from our experienced Professional Styling teams. This entry-level role, obtained after completing PetSmart’s Grooming Academy, focuses on developing safe grooming skills while delivering exceptional salon services under supervision.
Key Responsibilities
Under guidance, perform full grooming services including baths, brushes, nail trims, teeth brushing, and sanitary care. Engage pet parents to recommend solutions, manage appointments, maintain salon cleanliness, ensure pet safety, and contribute to sales goals. Assist across departments and respond to pet health needs as required.
Daily Tasks Include:
- Greeting clients and handling reservations
- Conducting check-in/out procedures
- Upholding sanitation standards
- Promoting merchandise and services
Experience & Skills
Prior grooming experience preferred; technical exam may apply. Must complete PetSmart’s Salon Academy. Seek candidates with strong communication, organization, composure under pressure, and physical ability to lift 50+ lbs in a fast-paced, pet-filled environment. Flexible scheduling for evenings, weekends, and holidays essential.
Benefits
Join a team offering paid weekly wages, health & wellness benefits*, 401k with company match, PTO for full-time roles, associate discounts, tuition assistance, and clear career pathing. Grow with PetSmart while making a difference for pets in Las Vegas.
Locations
- Las Vegas, Nevada, United States
Salary
28,000 - 36,000 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)
- Excellent written and verbal communication (experience)
- Ability to lift 50+ lbs and work in pet hair environment (experience)
Responsibilities
- Perform supervised bathing, brushing, nail trims, and grooming services per PetSmart standards
- Recommend health and wellness solutions to pet parents
- Manage salon check-in/out, reservations, and client records
- Maintain salon cleanliness and pet safety protocols
- Promote salon services and merchandise to meet sales targets
- Assist in other store departments and respond to pet 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
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 (Pet Stylist in Training) in our Las Vegas, Nevada location, you'll receive hands-on training from our experienced Professional Styling teams. This entry-level role, obtained after completing PetSmart’s Grooming Academy, focuses on developing safe grooming skills while delivering exceptional salon services under supervision.
Key Responsibilities
Under guidance, perform full grooming services including baths, brushes, nail trims, teeth brushing, and sanitary care. Engage pet parents to recommend solutions, manage appointments, maintain salon cleanliness, ensure pet safety, and contribute to sales goals. Assist across departments and respond to pet health needs as required.
Daily Tasks Include:
- Greeting clients and handling reservations
- Conducting check-in/out procedures
- Upholding sanitation standards
- Promoting merchandise and services
Experience & Skills
Prior grooming experience preferred; technical exam may apply. Must complete PetSmart’s Salon Academy. Seek candidates with strong communication, organization, composure under pressure, and physical ability to lift 50+ lbs in a fast-paced, pet-filled environment. Flexible scheduling for evenings, weekends, and holidays essential.
Benefits
Join a team offering paid weekly wages, health & wellness benefits*, 401k with company match, PTO for full-time roles, associate discounts, tuition assistance, and clear career pathing. Grow with PetSmart while making a difference for pets in Las Vegas.
Locations
- Las Vegas, Nevada, United States
Salary
28,000 - 36,000 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)
- Excellent written and verbal communication (experience)
- Ability to lift 50+ lbs and work in pet hair environment (experience)
Responsibilities
- Perform supervised bathing, brushing, nail trims, and grooming services per PetSmart standards
- Recommend health and wellness solutions to pet parents
- Manage salon check-in/out, reservations, and client records
- Maintain salon cleanliness and pet safety protocols
- Promote salon services and merchandise to meet sales targets
- Assist in other store departments and respond to pet 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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