Pet Bather

Overview

Pet Smart is hiring for the Pet Bather role. This position involves engaging with pet parents and their pets, providing positive salon experiences, and upholding the company’s vision, mission, values, and strategy. The role also supports store cleanliness, recommends solutions for pet parents, and adheres to pet safety standards.

• Paid weekly
• Health benefits:
  
  medical, dental, vision
• 401k
• Tuition assistance
• Associate discounts and perks
• Paid time off for full-time associates
• Career pathing
• Pet Smart Grooming Academy
• Development opportunities

• Complete Pet Smart’s Splash training and safety certification program.
• Support the pet parent experience in person, over the phone, and at the sales register.
• Greet pet parents, answer questions, and assist with salon reservations.
• Handle check-in and check-out procedures.
• Independently perform full menu of bath and brush services and standalone services (e.g., nail trims, teeth brushing, sanitary services) per Pet Smart’s bathing standards.
• Share health and wellness recommendations with pet parents based on each pet’s needs.
• Maintain a safe environment for associates, pets, and pet parents.
• Take immediate action if a sick/injured pet is identified; arrange transport to the vet as needed.
• Recommend, inform, and sell merchandise and services.
• Maintain store cleanliness standards; assist in other departments as required.
• Participate in Pet Smart’s culture of Belonging and Recognition.
• Follow all Company Policies and Procedures.

• 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.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.

• Stand, walk, climb a ladder; use hands to handle, feel, hold, write; frequent reaching with hands and arms; ability to stoop, kneel, crouch; depth perception required. Reasonable accommodations may be made for disabilities.
• Frequently lift and/or move up to 50 pounds; occasionally team lift and/or move more than 100 pounds.
• Work may include exposure to moving parts, a wet environment with pet hair, and varying noise levels. Exposure to live animals is common.

This job listing does not guarantee current availability. Pet Smart continually builds a network of talent and may be hiring for various roles. Check with your local Pet Smart store for current openings. Pay rate will be based on experience, training, and location; no offer will be less than local minimum wage. This position is hourly and eligible for benefits where applicable.

Pet Smart is an equal opportunity employer. Applicants must be over 18 years of age (unless local/state law requires otherwise). Some locations may be subject to fair chance hiring laws.