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PETSMART LLC

Pet Groomer

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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.

$29,739 / year median in Texas

+18% projected growth

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Job Description

More Like This Between $13.13 and $18.64 Per Hour DOE (Depends on Experience) Position range in Tarrant County $10.79
  • $16.
54 Per hour Pet Groomer
PETSMART LLC
Occupation:
Animal Caretakers
Location:
ARLINGTON, TX
  • 76011
Job Type:
Regular, Full Time (30 Hours or More), Permanent Employment, Flexible Shift
Posted:
08/24/2026 Positions available: 1
Source:
WorkInTexas
Web Site:
WorkInTexas Onsite /
Remote:
Work onsite all of the time
Updated:
08/27/2026
Expires:
09/23/2026 Job #: 17059850 Job Requirements and Properties Help for Job Requirements and Properties. Work Onsite Full Time Education High School Diploma or Equivalent Experience 6 Month(s) Age 18 and up Language English, Well Schedule Full Time Job Type Regular Duration Permanent Employment Shift Flexible Shift Benefits Help for . #
HGCY2025
#Youth25 Pet Groomer
  • Full time.
  • Flexibility in schedule, able to work evenings, weekends, and holidays as needed.
About Life at PetSmart At PetSmart, were more than just a company obsessed with pets; were obsessed with our people too. Our values are rooted in unconditional love lessons we learn from our petsand staying united together. We believe when our associates are happy and healthy, they can provide the best possible care for our furry, scaled, feathery friends while enjoying a work experience that celebrates them as their authentic selves.
Job Summary:
  • PetSmarts Pet Stylist (Dog Groomer) is responsible for engaging with pet parents and their pets while providing positive experiences and best in class salon services while upholding the companys vision, mission, values, and strategy.
  • This role shares the responsibility of cleanliness and pet health and safety standards.
Responsibilities:
Job responsibilities include, but are not limited to, the following and may vary depending on the stores characteristics and needs:
  • 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 PetSmarts bathing standards and procedures.
  • Recommends additional health and wellness solutions with pet parents based on pets needs.
  • Responsible for the pet parent experience and outcomes conducted in person, over the phone and at the sales register.
  • Greets pet parents, answer 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.
  • Participates in our culture of Belonging and Recognition.
  • Follows all Company Policies and Procedures.
  • Other duties may be assigned.
Qualifications:
  • High School Diploma or GED.
  • Must be 18+ (company policy.)
  • Prior grooming experience; 6 months of experience in the Stylist in Training job with Successful completion of PetSmarts 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.
  • Strong organizational skills and attention to detail and safety measures
  • Strong written and verbal communication skills.
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 accommodation 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. Candidates must pass a Drug Screen and Background Check. [Any criminal convictions &/or criminal activities identified, as a result of these checks, will be reviewed on a case-by-case basis. However, due to the nature of the employer's business, company policy requires that candidates, with specific classes/types of convictions, cannot be considered for employment

Benefits

  • Dental Insurance