Pet Groomer Trainee - Careers at PetSmart
PetSmart
Pet Groomer Trainee - Careers at PetSmart
Job Description
Why Join PetSmart
PetSmart does Anything for Pets, and it starts with our passionate team. As a Pet Groomer Trainee in Las Vegas, you'll join a supportive culture where every associate creates meaningful experiences for pets and their families. We empower you with industry-leading training, career growth opportunities, and resources to succeed in a fun, pet-loving environment.
Role Overview
The Pet Groomer Trainee (Pet Stylist in Training) role offers hands-on learning from PetSmart's expert grooming teams. After completing our Grooming Academy, you'll deliver top-tier salon services under supervision, build pet parent relationships, and ensure the highest standards of pet care and safety. This entry-level position is perfect for animal lovers eager to launch a grooming career in Las Vegas.
Key Responsibilities
- Execute full grooming services including baths, brushes, nail trims, and sanitary care while supervised.
- Greet pet parents, manage appointments, check-ins/outs, and maintain client records.
- Upsell services and merchandise to boost salon sales and meet targets.
- Uphold salon cleanliness, perform daily maintenance, and ensure humane pet conditions.
- Monitor pet health, respond to emergencies, and assist across store departments as needed.
Experience & Skills
PetSmart prioritizes potential over experience. Prior grooming is preferred but not required—complete our Salon Academy for certification. You'll need strong communication, organization, composure under pressure, and physical stamina to lift 50+ lbs in a fast-paced, pet-filled setting. Flexibility for evenings, weekends, and holidays is essential, plus proficiency in computer apps.
Benefits
Thrive with competitive pay, weekly payouts, health & wellness coverage, 401k matching, PTO, associate discounts, tuition assistance, and clear career paths. Join PetSmart in Las Vegas for rewarding work that makes a difference for pets every day.
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 for 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, sanitation, 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.
Related Books and Jobs
Pet Groomer Trainee - Careers at PetSmart
PetSmart
Pet Groomer Trainee - Careers at PetSmart
Job Description
Why Join PetSmart
PetSmart does Anything for Pets, and it starts with our passionate team. As a Pet Groomer Trainee in Las Vegas, you'll join a supportive culture where every associate creates meaningful experiences for pets and their families. We empower you with industry-leading training, career growth opportunities, and resources to succeed in a fun, pet-loving environment.
Role Overview
The Pet Groomer Trainee (Pet Stylist in Training) role offers hands-on learning from PetSmart's expert grooming teams. After completing our Grooming Academy, you'll deliver top-tier salon services under supervision, build pet parent relationships, and ensure the highest standards of pet care and safety. This entry-level position is perfect for animal lovers eager to launch a grooming career in Las Vegas.
Key Responsibilities
- Execute full grooming services including baths, brushes, nail trims, and sanitary care while supervised.
- Greet pet parents, manage appointments, check-ins/outs, and maintain client records.
- Upsell services and merchandise to boost salon sales and meet targets.
- Uphold salon cleanliness, perform daily maintenance, and ensure humane pet conditions.
- Monitor pet health, respond to emergencies, and assist across store departments as needed.
Experience & Skills
PetSmart prioritizes potential over experience. Prior grooming is preferred but not required—complete our Salon Academy for certification. You'll need strong communication, organization, composure under pressure, and physical stamina to lift 50+ lbs in a fast-paced, pet-filled setting. Flexibility for evenings, weekends, and holidays is essential, plus proficiency in computer apps.
Benefits
Thrive with competitive pay, weekly payouts, health & wellness coverage, 401k matching, PTO, associate discounts, tuition assistance, and clear career paths. Join PetSmart in Las Vegas for rewarding work that makes a difference for pets every day.
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 for 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, sanitation, 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.
Related Books and Jobs