Companion Animal Care Specialist & Educator

Petco; Camarillo (CA); On-site; USD 23,000 - 34,000; Full time

Job summary

Petco is seeking a Companion Animal Specialist to ensure health and welfare of companion animals and aquatic life within the Pet Care Center. You will support sales, merchandising, and inventory in a fast-paced retail environment, delivering excellent customer experiences.

The role requires basic animal-care knowledge, willingness to educate customers, and availability to work evenings, weekends, and holidays. Pet care expertise and strong teamwork are valued fields of 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.

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.
• Regular engagement with customers on the sales floor, including providing customer assistance and performing cashiering and point-of-sale transactions.

Skills

Animal care

Customer service

Communication

Education oriented

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

Petco is seeking a Companion Animal Specialist to ensure health and welfare of companion animals and aquatic life within the Pet Care Center. You will support sales, merchandising, and inventory in a fast-paced retail environment, delivering excellent customer experiences.

The role requires basic animal-care knowledge, willingness to educate customers, and availability to work evenings, weekends, and holidays. Pet care expertise and strong teamwork are valued fields of growth.