Companion Animal Care Specialist

Petco Animal Supplies, Inc.; Minnetonka (MN); Hybrid; USD 18,000 - 30,000; Part time

Job summary

Petco in Minnetonka, MN is seeking an Animal Care Specialist for a part-time role in the Pet Care Center. You will help maintain animal habitats, perform health checks, and support customers with animal-care needs.

The ideal candidate has at least 1 year of experience with companion animals and aquatic life, a passion for animal welfare, strong customer service skills, and basic math and inventory abilities. Flexible hours include evenings and weekends.

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.

Responsibilities

• Verify animal care tasks are completed according to schedules and logs.
• Provide knowledgeable customer service and assist with selling and product placement.
• Maintain clean habitats and ensure safe, healthy environments for animals.
• Assist with inventory counts and shortages to support store operations.

Skills

Animal care

Customer service

Communication

Inventory management

Basic math

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

Petco in Minnetonka, MN is seeking an Animal Care Specialist for a part-time role in the Pet Care Center. You will help maintain animal habitats, perform health checks, and support customers with animal-care needs.

The ideal candidate has at least 1 year of experience with companion animals and aquatic life, a passion for animal welfare, strong customer service skills, and basic math and inventory abilities. Flexible hours include evenings and weekends.