Companion Animal Care Expert

Petco; California (MD); On-site; USD 18,000 - 30,000; Part time

Job summary

Petco in the United States is seeking a Companion Animal Specialist to care for companion animals and aquatic life in our Pet Care Center. You will balance hands-on animal care with customer service, merchandising, and inventory accuracy.

The role requires at least 1 year of animal-care experience, strong communication and teaching abilities, and a willingness to work evenings, weekends, or holidays. Training and certification are provided to support your growth.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 1 year of experience working with or caring for companion animals and aquatic life.
• Strong knowledge of animal care, husbandry, and maintenance practices.
• Demonstrated ability to educate others and communicate effectively.
• Strong customer service mindset with an aptitude for selling behaviors.
• Basic business, math, and inventory management skills.
• Strong organizational, interpersonal, and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Verify animal care and maintenance tasks are completed according to schedules.
• Perform routine housekeeping and maintain clean habitats and tanks.
• Process register transactions accurately and efficiently.
• Support customer interactions and respond to questions using the selling model.
• Assist with opening/closing procedures and participate in inventory counts.

Skills

Animal care

Customer service

Inventory management

Education & training

Communication

Education

High school diploma or GED

Pet Care Certification Program

Job description

Petco in the United States is seeking a Companion Animal Specialist to care for companion animals and aquatic life in our Pet Care Center. You will balance hands-on animal care with customer service, merchandising, and inventory accuracy.

The role requires at least 1 year of animal-care experience, strong communication and teaching abilities, and a willingness to work evenings, weekends, or holidays. Training and certification are provided to support your growth.