Companion Animal Care Specialist

Petco; Chaska (MN); On-site; USD 18,000 - 30,000; Part time

Job summary

Petco is seeking a part-time Animal Care Specialist at our Chaska, MN Pet Care Center. You will ensure top-notch care for companion animals and aquatic life, while supporting sales and inventory tasks on the shop floor.

This role emphasizes hands-on animal welfare, education for customers, and teamwork in a busy retail environment. You will help maintain habitats, assist with merchandising, and participate in opening/closing tasks.

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.
• Completion and ongoing maintenance of the Petco Animal Care Certification Program required.

Responsibilities

• Verify all animal care and maintenance tasks are completed according to established schedules.
• Perform routine housekeeping duties, including cleaning habitats and tanks, sweeping and mopping floors, dusting, and facing merchandise.
• Deliver knowledgeable, compassionate, and solution-focused service to customers.
• Actively support customer interactions using Petco’s selling model and promote teamwork across the PCC.

Skills

Companion animals

Aquatic life

Customer service

Education & training

Education

High school diploma or GED

Pet Care Certification Program

Job description

Petco is seeking a part-time Animal Care Specialist at our Chaska, MN Pet Care Center. You will ensure top-notch care for companion animals and aquatic life, while supporting sales and inventory tasks on the shop floor.

This role emphasizes hands-on animal welfare, education for customers, and teamwork in a busy retail environment. You will help maintain habitats, assist with merchandising, and participate in opening/closing tasks.