Companion Animal Care Expert & Educator

Petco Animal Supplies, Inc.; Middleburg Heights (OH); On-site; USD 18,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

401(k) plan

Paid time off

Job summary

Petco Animal Supplies, Inc. is seeking a Companion Animal Specialist to care for pets and aquatic life while supporting sales and customer service on the Pet Care Center floor. You’ll educate customers, maintain habitats, and uphold Petco’s safety and welfare standards in a fast-paced retail setting.

The role requires empathy for animals, strong communication, and the ability to work evenings, weekends, and holidays. Join a purpose-driven team dedicated to pet health and wellbeing.

Qualifications

• Minimum 1 year experience caring for companion animals and aquatic life.
• Strong animal care knowledge and maintenance practices.
• Ability to educate others and communicate effectively.
• Customer service mindset with selling skills.
• Basic math and inventory management skills.
• Strong organizational and interpersonal skills.
• High school diploma or GED preferred; Pet Care Certification required.

Responsibilities

• Ensure health, safety, and proper care of companion animals and aquatic life per Petco standards.
• Complete animal care tasks: health checks, documentation, maintenance logs, incident reports.
• Handle relinquished/adoption animals and educate customers on care.
• Support sales, merchandising, and inventory with the sales team.
• Maintain clean habitats and adhere to safety and welfare procedures.

Skills

Animal care knowledge

Customer service

Communication

Inventory management

Organizational skills

Education

High school diploma or GED

Pet Care Certification Program

Tools

N/A

Job description

Petco Animal Supplies, Inc. is seeking a Companion Animal Specialist to care for pets and aquatic life while supporting sales and customer service on the Pet Care Center floor. You’ll educate customers, maintain habitats, and uphold Petco’s safety and welfare standards in a fast-paced retail setting.

The role requires empathy for animals, strong communication, and the ability to work evenings, weekends, and holidays. Join a purpose-driven team dedicated to pet health and wellbeing.