Groomer ~ $1000 Sign On Bonus

Petco; Kennewick (WA); On-site; USD 20,664 - 34,440; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

$1,000 sign‑on bonus after 90 days

Medical, dental, vision

401(k)

Paid time off

Pet discounts

Equipment and supplies provided

Career development opportunities

Job summary

Petco is seeking a Pet Stylist to provide grooming services such as bathing, drying, brushing, haircuts, nail trimming, ear cleaning, and gland cleaning. You will maintain safety, cleanliness, and excellent customer service for pet parents.

The role is indoor in the grooming salon, requiring the ability to lift up to 30 pounds and to work weekends, evenings, and holidays. Petco offers medical benefits, 401(k), paid time off, and pet discounts.

Qualifications

• Completion of Pet Stylist Apprentice program or professional grooming experience.
• Knowledge of breed-specific grooming and health issues.
• High level of proficiency with grooming tools.
• Strong communication skills with pet parents and team members.
• Capacity to work weekends, evenings, and holidays.
• Physical ability to lift up to 30 pounds and work in a wet environment.

Responsibilities

• Perform grooming services with or without moderate supervision.
• Operate and maintain grooming instruments and equipment.
• Prioritize animal safety and monitor for signs of discomfort.
• Provide customer service and grooming recommendations.
• Maintain a clean and sanitized grooming area.
• Support training and supervision of entry-level groomers.

Skills

Communication skills

Weekend/Evening/Holiday shifts

Lifting up to 30 lbs

Customer service

Education

Pet Stylist Apprentice program or grooming experience

Tools

Grooming tools

Job description

About Petco

Petco has been a leader in pet care for over 60 years, operating 29,000+ staff in 1,500+ stores, 250+ Vetco hospitals, and more. Petco supports animal welfare and adoption events.

Your Petco Grooming Career

As a Pet Stylist, you will provide professional grooming services such as bathing, drying, brushing, haircuts, nail trimming, ear cleaning, and gland cleaning. You will maintain safety, cleanliness, and excellent customer service for pet parents.

Key Responsibilities

• Perform grooming services with or without moderate supervision.
• Operate and maintain grooming instruments and equipment.
• Prioritize animal safety and monitor for signs of discomfort.
• Provide customer service and grooming recommendations.
• Maintain a clean and sanitized grooming area.
• Support training and supervision of entry‑level groomers.

Required Qualifications

• Completion of Pet Stylist Apprentice program or professional grooming experience.
• Knowledge of breed‑specific grooming and health issues.
• High level of proficiency with grooming tools.
• Strong communication skills with pet parents and team members.
• Capacity to work weekends, evenings, and holidays.
• Physical ability to lift up to 30 pounds and work in a wet environment.

Benefits and Compensation

• $1,000 sign‑on bonus after 90 days.
• Competitive base pay: $15.00 – $25.00 per hour.
• Medical, dental, vision, 401(k), paid time off, and pet discounts.
• Equipment and supplies provided.
• Career development opportunities.

Work Environment

The role is primarily indoors within the grooming salon. It involves frequent bending, kneeling, lifting up to 30 pounds, and standing for long periods. The environment can be noisy and wet.

EEO Statement

Petco Animal Supplies, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, age, protected veteran status, or any other protected classification.