Pet Groomer Jobs in New Jersey
Pet Groomer jobs in New Jersey are open across Neptune City, Township of Monroe, and Metuchen and other New Jersey metros, with employers like PetSmart, Banfield Pet Hospital, and Central Garden & Pet hiring at every experience level. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.
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PetSmart does Anything for Pets - JOIN OUR TEAM!
Pet Trainer
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 Training Instructor is responsible for engaging with pet parents and their pets while providing positive experiences and upholding the company’s vision, mission, values, and strategy. They will actively seek out pets and pet parents to educate them on the benefits of pet training and will deliver pet training services in accordance with PetSmart’s curriculum.
Essential Responsibilities
Job responsibilities include, but are not limited to, the following and may vary depending on store characteristics and needs:
- Responsible for pet parent experience and outcomes conducted over the telephone, in person or online, and responding to pet parent concerns.
- Actively sell training classes in store, over the phone and online.
- Educates pet parents about the benefits of our entire pet training curriculum.
- Maintains all paperwork related to pet training.
- Educates fellow associates and acts as the subject matter expert for their location on the benefits of pet training.
- Schedules training classes as outlined by the Company expectations.
- Responsible for creating a safe environment for the people and pets in their classes and surrounding areas of the store.
- Ensures the pet training area and surrounding areas are clean and presentable.
- Recognize associates for their contributions to selling pet training.
- Responsible for taking immediate action when a sick/injured pet is identified in the store; transport to the vet as needed.
- Recommends, informs and sells merchandise and services.
- 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
- 1-2 years of retail experience in a customer-focused environment.
- Accredited in PetSmart Training Instructor Course
- 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.
- 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 this job, the associate is occasionally exposed to moving mechanical parts and 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!
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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. In no instance will PetSmart pay less than the local minimum wage. This position is also eligible for train pay which is based on a percent of training sales (which is 0% for Pet Training Instructor Trainees, 20% of training sales for Pet Training Instructor 2, 25% of training sales for Pet Training Instructor 3, and 30% of training sales for Area Pet Training Instructor), as well as 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.
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Where New Jersey roles are concentrated, by current openings.
Pet Groomer Job Market in New Jersey
A snapshot from current New Jersey openings, updated as new roles post.
Who's Hiring
- PetSmart36

- Banfield Pet Hospital14

- Central Garden & Pet13

- Thrive Pet Healthcare1

Top Industries Hiring
- Consumer Goods36
- Retail36
- Animal Care & Pet Services15
- Food & Beverage8
- Chemicals & Materials3
What New Jersey Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in pet groomer jobs across New Jersey.
- Hands-on experience bathing, drying, brushing, and trimming dogs and cats
- Proficiency with clippers, shears, dematting tools, and forced-air dryers
- Knowledge of breed-standard cuts and coat-specific grooming techniques
- Ability to safely handle anxious, reactive, or elderly pets
- Professional grooming certification or vocational training program completion
- Physical stamina to stand and lift pets throughout an eight-hour shift
Pet Groomer Jobs in New Jersey: Frequently Asked Questions
How many pet groomer jobs are there in New Jersey?
There are 64+ pet groomer openings in New Jersey on Migrate Mate as of June 2026, with the most roles in Neptune City, Township of Monroe, and Metuchen. New positions post regularly as employers across New Jersey hire.
How much do pet groomers make in New Jersey?
Pet groomers in New Jersey earn a median of about $35,850 a year, based on May 2025 Bureau of Labor Statistics wage data, ranging from around $32,220 for the lowest 10% to over $49,620 for the top 10%. Pay rises with experience, specialty, and employer.
Which New Jersey cities have the most pet groomer jobs?
Neptune City, Township of Monroe, and Metuchen have the most pet groomer openings in New Jersey right now, with additional roles spread across smaller metros statewide.
Which companies hire pet groomers in New Jersey?
Employers hiring pet groomers in New Jersey include PetSmart, Banfield Pet Hospital, and Central Garden & Pet, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of June 2026.
Are there remote pet groomer jobs in New Jersey?
Yes. About 0% of pet groomer openings tied to New Jersey are remote or hybrid as of June 2026. The rest are on-site roles based in New Jersey metros.
How do I apply for pet groomer jobs in New Jersey?
You can apply to pet groomer jobs in New Jersey directly on Migrate Mate. Search the listings above, find roles that match your experience and preferred New Jersey location, then apply to each one that fits.
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