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 people. As a Pet Groomer Trainee in Winnipeg, Manitoba, you'll join a team passionate about creating meaningful experiences for pets and their families. We empower associates with tools, resources, and growth opportunities in a supportive environment that values belonging and recognition.
Role Overview
The Pet Groomer Trainee (Pet Stylist in Training) role is your entry into professional pet grooming. After completing PetSmart’s Grooming Academy, you'll work under supervision of expert stylists, learning industry-leading techniques for baths, brushes, nail trims, teeth brushing, and full grooming services. This position upholds PetSmart’s vision while ensuring pet safety, salon cleanliness, and exceptional pet parent experiences.
Key Responsibilities
Under guidance, deliver full grooming services per PetSmart standards. Greet pet parents, manage appointments, check-ins/outs, and rebookings. Recommend wellness solutions, promote sales to hit targets, and maintain a spotless salon. Monitor pet health, assist in emergencies, and support other departments as needed. Follow all policies for humane care and safety.
Experience & Skills
Prior grooming experience preferred (technical exam may apply). Must complete PetSmart’s Salon Academy and safety certification. Seek candidates with computer proficiency, strong communication, organizational skills, attention to detail, and flexibility for evenings/weekends/holidays. Physical demands include lifting 50+ lbs, standing, stooping, and depth perception for safe pet handling.
Benefits
Enjoy paid weekly wages, health & wellness benefits, RRSP with company match, PTO for full-time roles, associate discounts, tuition assistance, and clear career paths. Take care of your two- and four-legged family members while building a rewarding career in pet care.
Locations
- Winnipeg, Manitoba, Canada
Salary
32,000 - 38,000 CAD / 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
- Organizational and multitaskingintermediate
Required Qualifications
- Successful completion of PetSmart’s Salon Academy training and safety certification (experience)
- Prior grooming experience preferred with possible technical exam (experience)
- Proficiency in computer applications (experience)
- Strong written and verbal communication skills (experience)
- Flexible schedule including evenings, weekends, holidays (experience)
- Ability to lift 50+ lbs and maintain composure under pressure (experience)
Responsibilities
- Perform supervised bathing, brushing, grooming, nail trims, and sanitary services
- Recommend health and wellness solutions to pet parents
- Manage salon check-in/out, reservations, client records, and reminder calls
- 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: Group RRSP 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
PetSmart does Anything for Pets – and it starts with our people. As a Pet Groomer Trainee in Winnipeg, Manitoba, you'll join a team passionate about creating meaningful experiences for pets and their families. We empower associates with tools, resources, and growth opportunities in a supportive environment that values belonging and recognition.
Role Overview
The Pet Groomer Trainee (Pet Stylist in Training) role is your entry into professional pet grooming. After completing PetSmart’s Grooming Academy, you'll work under supervision of expert stylists, learning industry-leading techniques for baths, brushes, nail trims, teeth brushing, and full grooming services. This position upholds PetSmart’s vision while ensuring pet safety, salon cleanliness, and exceptional pet parent experiences.
Key Responsibilities
Under guidance, deliver full grooming services per PetSmart standards. Greet pet parents, manage appointments, check-ins/outs, and rebookings. Recommend wellness solutions, promote sales to hit targets, and maintain a spotless salon. Monitor pet health, assist in emergencies, and support other departments as needed. Follow all policies for humane care and safety.
Experience & Skills
Prior grooming experience preferred (technical exam may apply). Must complete PetSmart’s Salon Academy and safety certification. Seek candidates with computer proficiency, strong communication, organizational skills, attention to detail, and flexibility for evenings/weekends/holidays. Physical demands include lifting 50+ lbs, standing, stooping, and depth perception for safe pet handling.
Benefits
Enjoy paid weekly wages, health & wellness benefits, RRSP with company match, PTO for full-time roles, associate discounts, tuition assistance, and clear career paths. Take care of your two- and four-legged family members while building a rewarding career in pet care.
Locations
- Winnipeg, Manitoba, Canada
Salary
32,000 - 38,000 CAD / 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
- Organizational and multitaskingintermediate
Required Qualifications
- Successful completion of PetSmart’s Salon Academy training and safety certification (experience)
- Prior grooming experience preferred with possible technical exam (experience)
- Proficiency in computer applications (experience)
- Strong written and verbal communication skills (experience)
- Flexible schedule including evenings, weekends, holidays (experience)
- Ability to lift 50+ lbs and maintain composure under pressure (experience)
Responsibilities
- Perform supervised bathing, brushing, grooming, nail trims, and sanitary services
- Recommend health and wellness solutions to pet parents
- Manage salon check-in/out, reservations, client records, and reminder calls
- 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: Group RRSP 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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