Junior Groomer

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. As a Junior Pet Stylist in Grooming, you'll learn fundamental grooming tasks and gain hands-on experience under the guidance of seasoned groomers.

Responsibilities

• Under close supervision of experienced groomers, perform limited grooming services including bathing, drying, nail trimming, brushing, ear cleaning, and gland cleaning according to the pet parents' instructions and in adherence to company policies and procedures.
• Ensure the well-being and safety of every animal in the salon at all times.
• Interact professionally and effectively with pet parents, providing optimal customer service, addressing grooming-related inquiries, and providing timely resolution.
• Maintain a clean and safe grooming area and salon, disinfect and sanitize grooming tools and equipment, perform daily and weekly cleaning duties, including cleaning air filters, vents, and drains.
• Schedule grooming appointments, manage paperwork, and maintain accurate grooming records.
• Learn and adhere to Petco's grooming policies, standards, and guidelines to ensure safety, quality, and consistency in all activities and areas of the grooming business.

Training Program Outline

• Weeks 1-3: Learning and On-the-Job Training
• Learn dog behavior, pet and self-safety, proper check-in/out procedures, customer service, grooming policies, and begin on-the-job training in bathing and drying techniques.
• Weeks 3-10: Performing and Achieving Productivity
• Perform bathing and walk-in services while achieving weekly productivity goals.

Requirements

• 0-1 year of animal related experience, including shelter volunteering or pet sitting, prior grooming salon assistance is preferred.
• A high school diploma or GED is preferred, though not required.
• Genuine passion for animals and a desire to pursue a career in pet grooming.
• Basic understanding of dog breeds, behavior, and common grooming practices.
• Capable of handling pets of all sizes and temperaments with care and empathy.
• Effective verbal and written communication skills for interactions with pet parents and grooming team members.
• Availability to work weekends, evenings, and holidays, as required by the Pet Care Center's grooming schedule.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED.
• Prior animal-related experience, including shelter volunteering or pet sitting, is preferred.
• Basic understanding of dog breeds, behavior, and common grooming practices.
• Ability to handle pets of all sizes and temperaments with care and empathy.
• Effective verbal and written communication skills.
• Availability to work weekends, evenings, and holidays.

Skills

• Passion for animals and grooming.
• Attention to detail.
• Customer service skills.
• Basic knowledge of dog breeds and behavior.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.

Benefits

• Competitive base pay.
• Medical, dental, vision, and more.
• 401(k) 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.

Pay

The salary range for this role is $10.00 - $21.50 per hour, or as applicable based on regulatory minimum wage requirements. Actual pay rates will depend on factors such as position, location, level of experience, and applicable state or local minimum wage laws.

Schedule

As a Junior Pet Stylist in Grooming, you will work weekends, evenings, and holidays, as required by the Pet Care Center's grooming schedule.