Groomer

About the role

We're proud to be where the pets go to find everything they need to live their best lives, from their favorite meals and toys to trusted supplies and expert support. 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 adherence to Petco hygiene and sanitation policies
• Train, support, and supervise entry-level trainees in the absence of a Grooming Salon Leader

Requirements

The incumbent must be able to consistently perform all the duties and responsibilities listed above with or without reasonable accommodation. The position requires bending, kneeling, lifting up to 30 pounds, and standing for long periods of time. It may involve exposure to heights and noise.

Qualifications

• 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, though not required

Skills

• 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

Benefits

See here for a more detailed overview of Petco Total Rewards, including health and financial benefits, 401K, incentives, and PTO.

Pay

TBD

Schedule

TBD