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What they do
An Animal Care Worker or Manager manages animal care and grooming for a retail store that sells pets or for a pet grooming business. May also provide animal care and grooming at a kennel. Works with animals in shelters or rescue organizations. Works primarily with dogs and cats. Assists veterinarians with vaccinations or other procedures; screens people who want to adopt an animal from a shelter and provides information about caring for animals.
$30,416 / year median in Missouri
+14% projected growth
Job Description
Occupation:
Animal CaretakersLocation:
Saint Joseph, MO - 64501Job Type:
Full Time (30 Hours or More)Posted:
06/26/2026 Positions available: 1Source:
PetSmartWeb Site:
www.petsmart.com Job #: 1213350597-32715602685 Job Requirements and Properties Help for Job Requirements and Properties. Opens a new window. Work Onsite Full Time Schedule Full Time Job Description Help for Job Description. Opens a new window. PetSmart does Anything for Pets - JOINOUR TEAM!
Pet Groomer 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 (Dog and/or Cat Groomer) is responsible for engaging with pet parents and their pets while providing positive experiences and best in class salon services while upholding the company's vision, mission, values, and strategy.
- Independently 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.
- 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. Additional Information Help for Additional Information. Opens a new window. Qualifications
- Prior grooming experience; or 6 months of experience in the Stylist in Training job with Successful completion of PetSmart's Salon Academy training and safety certification. program or passes the salon technical evaluation.
- 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.
Benefits
- Paid Time Off (PTO)
- Financial Aid/Assistance
- Dental Insurance
- 401(k) Plans