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. Join a team that empowers associates with tools, resources, and growth opportunities to create meaningful experiences for pets and their families. Be part of a culture of Belonging and Recognition while advancing your career in pet care.
Role Overview
As a Pet Groomer Trainee (Pet Stylist in Training) in our Las Vegas, Nevada location, you'll receive hands-on training from industry-leading Professional Styling teams through PetSmart’s Grooming Academy. This entry-level role focuses on developing safe grooming skills, delivering exceptional pet parent experiences, and upholding our vision for pet safety and salon excellence. Ideal for passionate animal lovers ready to launch a rewarding career.
Key Responsibilities
Under supervision, perform full grooming services like baths, brushes, nail trims, and teeth brushing per PetSmart standards. Greet pet parents, manage appointments, recommend wellness solutions, and drive salon sales. Maintain impeccable salon cleanliness, ensure humane pet conditions, and assist across departments as needed. Respond swiftly to pet health issues and follow all policies.
Daily Operations
- Conduct check-ins/check-outs and reminder calls
- Upsell merchandise and services
- Team lift heavy pets and perform end-of-day maintenance
Experience & Skills
Prior grooming experience preferred; complete our Salon Academy for certification. Proficiency in computers, composure under pressure, and flexibility for evenings/weekends required. Strong communication, organization, and physical ability to lift 50+ lbs in a fast-paced, pet-filled environment essential. Specific vision for depth perception and tolerance for moderate noise/wet conditions.
Benefits
Enjoy paid weekly wages, health & wellness benefits*, 401k with match, PTO for full-time, associate discounts, tuition assistance, and clear career pathing. Grow with development opportunities in a supportive pet-loving community.
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)
- 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, and check-outs
- Maintain salon cleanliness, sanitation, and pet safety standards
- Promote salon sales, merchandise, and services to meet targets
- Assist in other store departments and follow company policies
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. Join a team that empowers associates with tools, resources, and growth opportunities to create meaningful experiences for pets and their families. Be part of a culture of Belonging and Recognition while advancing your career in pet care.
Role Overview
As a Pet Groomer Trainee (Pet Stylist in Training) in our Las Vegas, Nevada location, you'll receive hands-on training from industry-leading Professional Styling teams through PetSmart’s Grooming Academy. This entry-level role focuses on developing safe grooming skills, delivering exceptional pet parent experiences, and upholding our vision for pet safety and salon excellence. Ideal for passionate animal lovers ready to launch a rewarding career.
Key Responsibilities
Under supervision, perform full grooming services like baths, brushes, nail trims, and teeth brushing per PetSmart standards. Greet pet parents, manage appointments, recommend wellness solutions, and drive salon sales. Maintain impeccable salon cleanliness, ensure humane pet conditions, and assist across departments as needed. Respond swiftly to pet health issues and follow all policies.
Daily Operations
- Conduct check-ins/check-outs and reminder calls
- Upsell merchandise and services
- Team lift heavy pets and perform end-of-day maintenance
Experience & Skills
Prior grooming experience preferred; complete our Salon Academy for certification. Proficiency in computers, composure under pressure, and flexibility for evenings/weekends required. Strong communication, organization, and physical ability to lift 50+ lbs in a fast-paced, pet-filled environment essential. Specific vision for depth perception and tolerance for moderate noise/wet conditions.
Benefits
Enjoy paid weekly wages, health & wellness benefits*, 401k with match, PTO for full-time, associate discounts, tuition assistance, and clear career pathing. Grow with development opportunities in a supportive pet-loving community.
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)
- 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, and check-outs
- Maintain salon cleanliness, sanitation, and pet safety standards
- Promote salon sales, merchandise, and services to meet targets
- Assist in other store departments and follow company policies
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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