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 opportunities to grow while creating meaningful experiences for pets and their families. Be part of a culture of Belonging and Recognition in Yorkville, Illinois.
Role Overview
As a Pet Groomer Trainee (Pet Stylist in Training), you'll receive hands-on training from PetSmart's experienced Professional Styling teams through our Grooming Academy. This entry-level role focuses on learning industry-best grooming techniques while ensuring pet safety, salon cleanliness, and exceptional pet parent experiences.
Key Responsibilities
Under supervision, perform full grooming services including baths, brushes, nail trims, teeth brushing, and sanitary care. Greet pet parents, manage appointments, recommend wellness solutions, maintain salon hygiene, and promote sales to meet targets. Assist with sick/injured pets and support other store departments as needed.
Experience & Skills
Prior grooming experience preferred with possible technical exam. Must complete PetSmart’s Salon Academy and safety certification. Requires flexibility for evenings/weekends/holidays, physical stamina to lift 50+ lbs, composure under pressure, and strong communication/organizational skills. Computer proficiency essential.
Benefits
Enjoy paid weekly wages, health & wellness benefits, 401k with company match, PTO for full-time associates, associate discounts, tuition assistance, career pathing, and development opportunities. Build a rewarding career in pet care at PetSmart.
Locations
- Yorkville, Illinois, 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
- Grooming techniquesintermediate
- Pet handling and safetyintermediate
- Customer serviceintermediate
- Sales and upsellingintermediate
- Sanitation and cleanlinessintermediate
- Computer proficiencyintermediate
Required Qualifications
- Successful completion of PetSmart’s Salon Academy training and safety certification (experience)
- Prior grooming experience preferred (experience)
- Ability to work evenings, weekends, holidays (experience)
- Strong organizational skills and attention to detail (experience)
- Strong written and verbal communication skills (experience)
- Ability to lift 50+ pounds (experience)
Responsibilities
- Perform bath, brush, and grooming services under supervision
- Recommend health and wellness solutions to pet parents
- Manage pet parent interactions, reservations, and check-in/out procedures
- Maintain salon cleanliness and pet safety standards
- Promote salon sales and merchandise
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
- general: 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. Join a team that empowers associates with tools, resources, and opportunities to grow while creating meaningful experiences for pets and their families. Be part of a culture of Belonging and Recognition in Yorkville, Illinois.
Role Overview
As a Pet Groomer Trainee (Pet Stylist in Training), you'll receive hands-on training from PetSmart's experienced Professional Styling teams through our Grooming Academy. This entry-level role focuses on learning industry-best grooming techniques while ensuring pet safety, salon cleanliness, and exceptional pet parent experiences.
Key Responsibilities
Under supervision, perform full grooming services including baths, brushes, nail trims, teeth brushing, and sanitary care. Greet pet parents, manage appointments, recommend wellness solutions, maintain salon hygiene, and promote sales to meet targets. Assist with sick/injured pets and support other store departments as needed.
Experience & Skills
Prior grooming experience preferred with possible technical exam. Must complete PetSmart’s Salon Academy and safety certification. Requires flexibility for evenings/weekends/holidays, physical stamina to lift 50+ lbs, composure under pressure, and strong communication/organizational skills. Computer proficiency essential.
Benefits
Enjoy paid weekly wages, health & wellness benefits, 401k with company match, PTO for full-time associates, associate discounts, tuition assistance, career pathing, and development opportunities. Build a rewarding career in pet care at PetSmart.
Locations
- Yorkville, Illinois, 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
- Grooming techniquesintermediate
- Pet handling and safetyintermediate
- Customer serviceintermediate
- Sales and upsellingintermediate
- Sanitation and cleanlinessintermediate
- Computer proficiencyintermediate
Required Qualifications
- Successful completion of PetSmart’s Salon Academy training and safety certification (experience)
- Prior grooming experience preferred (experience)
- Ability to work evenings, weekends, holidays (experience)
- Strong organizational skills and attention to detail (experience)
- Strong written and verbal communication skills (experience)
- Ability to lift 50+ pounds (experience)
Responsibilities
- Perform bath, brush, and grooming services under supervision
- Recommend health and wellness solutions to pet parents
- Manage pet parent interactions, reservations, and check-in/out procedures
- Maintain salon cleanliness and pet safety standards
- Promote salon sales and merchandise
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
- general: Development opportunities
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Answer 10 quick questions to check your fit for Pet Groomer Trainee - Careers at PetSmart @ PetSmart.
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