Companion Animal Care Expert

Petco; Minnetonka (MN); On-site; USD 18,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

Petco in Minnetonka, MN is hiring a Companion Animal Specialist for our Pet Care Center. You will be the primary expert and advocate for the health, welfare, and proper care of companion animals and aquatic life, combining animal-care knowledge with strong operational discipline.

You will support sales, merchandising, and inventory, mentor teammates, and maintain clean habitats while delivering outstanding customer experiences. Flexibility to work evenings, weekends, and holidays is expected.

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.
• High school diploma or GED preferred.

Responsibilities

• Ensure the health, safety, and proper care of all companion animals and aquatic life in accordance with Petco standards, policies, and procedures.
• Complete and verify required animal care tasks, including hourly animal health checks, wellness documentation, maintenance logs, and incident reports.
• Ensure proper handling, documentation, and care of relinquished and adoption animals.
• Serve as the primary resource for animal care education for customers and PCC partners.
• Adhere to and promote all safety, animal welfare, and loss prevention procedures.

Skills

Animal care

Customer service

Education

Inventory management

Communication

Organization

Education

High school diploma or GED

Petcare Certification Program

Job description

Petco in Minnetonka, MN is hiring a Companion Animal Specialist for our Pet Care Center. You will be the primary expert and advocate for the health, welfare, and proper care of companion animals and aquatic life, combining animal-care knowledge with strong operational discipline.

You will support sales, merchandising, and inventory, mentor teammates, and maintain clean habitats while delivering outstanding customer experiences. Flexibility to work evenings, weekends, and holidays is expected.