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

• Learn and perform grooming services including bathing, drying, brushing, nail trimming, ear cleaning, and gland cleaning
• Ensure the well-being and safety of every animal in the salon
• Interact professionally and effectively with pet parents, providing optimal customer service
• Maintain a clean and safe grooming area, disinfecting and sanitizing grooming tools and equipment
• Schedule grooming appointments, manage paperwork, and maintain accurate grooming records
• Learn and adhere to Petco's grooming policies, standards, and guidelines

Requirements

• 0-1 year of animal-related experience, including shelter volunteering or pet sitting
• Prior grooming salon assistance is preferred
• High school diploma or GED
• Genuine passion for animals and a desire to pursue a career in pet grooming
• 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

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED
• 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
• Physical stamina for bending, kneeling, lifting up to 30 pounds

Benefits

• Competitive base pay
• Medical, dental, vision insurance
• 401(k) plan
• Paid time off
• Petco discounts
• All the supplies and equipment you need, including brushes, nail trimmers, clippers, blades, shampoo, sprays, tools, etc.
• State-of-the-art equipment, including bathing systems, kennels, tables, and dryers

Pay

Competitive base pay based on experience and qualifications.

Schedule

Work weekends, evenings, and holidays as required by the Pet Care Center's grooming schedule.