Grooming Apprentice: Start Your Pet Care Career

Petco; Harrisville (UT); On-site; USD 17,000 - 22,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive base pay

Medical, dental, vision and more

401k and more

Paid Time Off

Petco Discounts

All supplies & equipment provided

Job summary

Petco is seeking a Junior Pet Stylist in Grooming to start a career with hands‑on training during a ten‑week program. You will learn bathing, drying, nail trimming, brushing, and more under seasoned groomers, developing skills for a professional path in pet grooming.

We offer competitive base pay, benefits, 401k, paid time off, employee discounts, and state‑of‑the‑art grooming facilities. Weekend and evening availability is required in our grooming centers.

Qualifications

• 0-1 year of animal related experience or grooming salon assistance preferred.
• Genuine passion for animals and desire to pursue grooming as a career.
• Basic understanding of dog breeds, behavior, and common grooming practices.

Responsibilities

• Learn bathing, drying, brushing, nail trimming, ear cleaning, and gland cleaning under supervision.
• Ensure animal well‑being and safety in the salon at all times.
• Interact with pet parents and provide professional customer service.
• Maintain a clean, safe grooming area and sanitize tools and equipment.
• Schedule appointments and keep accurate grooming records.

Skills

Grooming basics

Customer service

Teamwork

Safety awareness

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

Petco is seeking a Junior Pet Stylist in Grooming to start a career with hands‑on training during a ten‑week program. You will learn bathing, drying, nail trimming, brushing, and more under seasoned groomers, developing skills for a professional path in pet grooming.

We offer competitive base pay, benefits, 401k, paid time off, employee discounts, and state‑of‑the‑art grooming facilities. Weekend and evening availability is required in our grooming centers.