Groomer ~ $500 Sign on Bonus

About the role

We're proud to be "where the pets go" to find everything they need to live their best lives for more than 60 years. From their favorite meals and toys to trusted supplies and expert support, we're here to help. Our core values guide us as we work to improve lives by doing what's right for pets and people.

Responsibilities

• Provide professional grooming services including bathing, drying, brushing, haircuts and styling, nail trimming, ear cleaning, and gland cleaning, according to pet parent's instructions and adhering to breed standards and company policies and procedures
• Operate and maintain various grooming instruments, including clippers, blades, shears, brushes, and dryers
• Evaluate individual needs of each pet, taking into consideration coat type, skin conditions, temperament
• Interact professionally and effectively with pet parents, provide optimal customer service, address grooming related inquiries, offer grooming recommendations, and provide timely resolution to questions or concerns
• Ensure the cleanliness and safety of the grooming area and salon, disinfect, and sanitize grooming tools and equipment, perform daily and weekly cleaning duties in the salon and in adherence to Petco hygiene and sanitation policies
• Utilize knowledge and understanding of Petco's grooming policies, standards, and guidelines to ensure safety, quality, and consistency in all activities and areas of the grooming business
• Train, support, and supervise entry-level trainees in the absence of a Grooming Salon Leader

Requirements

Successful completion of the Pet Stylist Apprentice program with Petco, or previous experience as a professional groomer and/or completion of a technical grooming training program

A high-school diploma or GED preferred, though not required

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent
• Proven technical experience in grooming
• Passion for animals and a desire to continue a career in pet grooming
• Expert knowledge of various dog breeds, grooming requirements, common health issues and behaviors
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy in grooming services
• Ability to handle pets of all sizes and temperaments with care and empathy

Skills

• Technical grooming skills
• Attention to detail
• Customer service skills
• Problem-solving skills
• Communication skills

Benefits

Includes a $500.00 sign-on bonus to be paid after 90 days of consecutive employment, a $1000.00 retention bonus to be paid after one year of consecutive employment, competitive base pay, medical, dental, vision and more, 401k, and more paid time off, Petco discounts, all the supplies & equipment you need, including, brushes, nail trimmers, clippers, blades, shampoo, sprays, tools, etc., state of the art equipment, including bathing system, kennels, tables, and dryers, career development and growth opportunities, such as a Grooming Salon Leader, Grooming Mentor and Grooming Instructor

Pay

Competitive base pay

Schedule

May need to work weekends, evenings, and holidays, as required by the Pet Care Center's grooming schedule