Groomer – $500 Sign-On + Career Growth

Petco Company; York (York County); Hybrid; USD 34,000 - 48,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

401k

Paid Time Off

Petco Discounts

Sign-on bonus

Retention bonus

Job summary

Petco is seeking a professional Groomer to provide expert grooming services for customers' pets in a busy Pet Care Center. You will handle bathing, drying, brushing, haircuts, nails, ears, and gland cleaning with a focus on safety and pet comfort.

We value collaboration, adherence to Petco policies, and the ability to train and support trainees when needed. Benefits include medical/dental/vision, 401k, paid time off, and company discounts.

Qualifications

• Successful completion of the Pet Stylist Apprentice program with Petco, or previous experience as a professional groomer and/or completion of a technical grooming training program.
• High-school diploma or GED preferred, though not required.
• Latitude for independent judgement and problem solving, using grooming skills to solve routine to moderately complex situations.

Responsibilities

• Perform professional grooming services including bathing, drying, brushing, haircuts and styling, nail trimming, ear cleaning, and gland cleaning.
• Operate and maintain grooming instruments such as clippers, blades, shears, brushes, and dryers.
• Prioritize pet safety and well-being, monitor pets for discomfort or illness, and report concerns to pet owners and store management.
• Interact professionally with pet parents, provide customer service, offer grooming recommendations, and resolve questions.

Skills

Grooming experience

Customer service

Safety awareness

Education

Pet Stylist Apprentice program

High-school diploma or GED

Job description

Petco is seeking a professional Groomer to provide expert grooming services for customers' pets in a busy Pet Care Center. You will handle bathing, drying, brushing, haircuts, nails, ears, and gland cleaning with a focus on safety and pet comfort.

We value collaboration, adherence to Petco policies, and the ability to train and support trainees when needed. Benefits include medical/dental/vision, 401k, paid time off, and company discounts.