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Pet Groomer Trainee

Pet Groomer Trainee

PetSmart • Wilkes-Barre, PA, US
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PetSmart does Anything for Pets – JOIN OUR TEAM!

Pet Groomer Trainee

About Life at 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, and we empower our teams with the tools, resources, and opportunities to grow and succeed.

Benefits that benefit you

  • Paid Weekly
  • Health & Wellness Benefits
  • 401k Plan with company match
  • Paid Time off for full-time associates
  • Associate discounts
  • Tuition Assistance
  • Career pathing
  • Development opportunities

Job Summary

PetSmart’s Pet Stylist in Training is responsible for engaging with pet parents and their pets while providing positive experiences and best in class salon services. This position will receive training and guidance from our experienced Professional Styling teams, learning from the best in the industry on proper grooming techniques. This position is also responsible for upholding the company’s vision, mission, values, and strategy. This role also shares responsibility of store cleanliness, recommending of solutions for pet parents, and pet safety standards.

Pet Stylist in Training role is obtained once the associate has successfully completed the PetSmart Grooming Academy.

Essential Responsibilities

Job responsibilities include, but are not limited to, the following and may vary depending on store characteristics and needs :

  • While under supervision, performs full menu of bath, brush and grooming services and standalone services, such as nail trims, teeth brushing, and sanitary services in accordance with PetSmart’s bathing standards and procedures.
  • Develop and display safe technical skills that will meet or exceed the company's minimum expectations.
  • Recommends additional health and wellness solutions with Pet Parents based on pet’s needs.
  • Responsible for the pet parent experience and outcomes conducted in person, over the phone and at the sales register.
  • Greets pet parents, answers their questions, and assists with making reservations in the salon.
  • Conducts salon appointment reminder calls, maintains client records and consults with pet parents on services offered.
  • Performs check-in and check-out procedures for grooming appointments, including applicable paperwork and rebooking.
  • Promotes opportunities to grow salon sales to help achieve sales targets and productivity, and any other relevant salon metrics.
  • Recommends, informs, and sells merchandise and services.
  • Maintains the highest level of cleanliness, sanitation, and humane conditions for all pets in the grooming area, by performing maintenance throughout the day including end of day cleaning in accordance with the maintenance checklist.
  • Responsible for taking immediate action when a sick / injured pet is identified in the store; transport to the vet as needed.
  • Assists and works in other departments as required. Other duties may be assigned.
  • Participates in our culture of Belonging and Recognition.
  • Follows all Company Policies and Procedures.
  • Qualifications

  • Successful completion of PetSmart’s Salon Academy training and safety certification program.
  • Prior grooming experience preferred; may be asked to complete a technical exam.
  • Proficiency in computer applications.
  • Ability to react under pressure and maintain composure.
  • Flexibility in schedule, able to work evenings, weekends, and holidays as needed
  • Strong organizational skills and attention to detail and safety measures.
  • Strong written and verbal communication skills.
  • Essential physical demands and work environment

  • Associate required to stand, walk, climb a ladder, and use hands to handle, feel, hold, write, etc. The associate frequently is required to reach with hands and arms : stoop, kneel, crouch, talk and hear. Specific vision abilities required by this job include depth perception. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
  • Associate must frequently lift and / or move up to 50 pounds and occasionally team lift and / or move more than 100 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include depth perception.
  • While performing the duties of this job, the associate is occasionally exposed to moving mechanical parts, as well as a wet environment with an abundance of pet hair. The noise level is moderate in the work environment; however, associates may be exposed to high levels of noise at times. Exposure to live animals and their handling is common.
  • Do what you love

    Join us for a chance to make a  meaningful impact  every day. Whether it's helping a customer choose their first fish, celebrating a pet's birthday, or seeing the smile on a pet parent’s face after a fresh groom—you'll create  moments that matter . At PetSmart, we cherish diversity and the unique perspectives of our 50,000 associates, all united by a passion for pets.

    We’re delighted you’re interested in joining our pack and helping us in our commitment to doing Anything for Pets, and the people who love them. We're excited to hear your story and learn more about you!  Apply Now!

    PetSmart is an Equal Opportunity Employer

    PetSmart provides an equal opportunity for all associates and job applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or other legally protected characteristics. We offer reasonable accommodations to applicants with disabilities throughout our application process, upon request and as required by law.

    This listing is not an indication that the position is currently open or available. We are continually looking to build a strong network of talented candidates to join our organization and are always accepting applications. Feel free to contact your local PetSmart store to check on which roles they are actively hiring for.

    This job summary is intended to describe the general nature and level of work associates / leaders assigned to this job perform. It is not intended to include all duties and responsibilities. You will be provided with a copy of a job description for the actual position you are hired into. Exact rate of pay will be based on relevant experience level, training, skills or knowledge and store location. This position is paid on a per hour basis. In no instance will PetSmart pay less than the local minimum wage. This position is also eligible for benefits as described at https : / / benefits.petsmart.com / us /

    Applicants must be over the age of 18 (except in Montana or where otherwise required by local or state law)

    For applicants in our Waterloo, San Francisco, or Los Angeles locations : Pursuant to the Waterloo and San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, as well as the Los Angeles Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring, we will consider for employment, qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records in a manner consistent with the law

  • In accordance with the Affordable Care Act (ACA), part-time associates who average at least 30 hours per week (or 130 hours per month) during a designated measurement period may be eligible for medical benefits.
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