Junior Groomer

3M HEALTHCARE; Bel Air (MD); On-site; USD 28,654,080 - 55,875,456; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

401(k)

Paid Time Off

Petco Discounts

Job summary

Petco Animal Supplies, Inc. is offering a Junior Pet Stylist in Grooming training program in a Petco grooming salon.

The ten-week course covers fundamental grooming tasks such as bathing, drying, nail trimming, and general care with hands-on guidance from experienced groomers that builds a foundation for a grooming career. The role emphasizes safe animal handling, customer service with pet parents, and learning Petco’s grooming policies and standards, culminating in productive on-the-job

Qualifications

• High-school diploma or GED preferred, though not required.

Responsibilities

• Perform limited grooming services including bathing, drying, nail trimming, brushing, ear cleaning, and gland cleaning under close supervision.
• Ensure the well-being and safety of every animal in the salon at all times.
• Interact professionally with pet parents, provide optimal customer service, and address grooming-related inquiries.
• Maintain a clean and safe grooming area, disinfect and sanitize tools, and perform daily and weekly cleaning duties.
• Schedule grooming appointments, manage paperwork, and maintain accurate grooming records.
• Learn and adhere to Petco's grooming policies, standards, and guidelines.

Education

High-school diploma or GED

Job description

Job Summary

Help pets live their best lives by starting a career as a Junior Pet Stylist in Grooming. During a ten‑week training period, you will learn fundamental grooming tasks such as brushing, bathing, drying, cutting nails, and more. Gaining hands‑on experience with guidance from seasoned groomers, the program is designed to develop essential grooming skills and set the foundation for your future career with Petco Grooming.

Essential Job Functions

• Perform limited grooming services including bathing, drying, nail trimming, brushing, ear cleaning, and gland cleaning under close supervision.
• Ensure the well‑being and safety of every animal in the salon at all times.
• Interact professionally with pet parents, provide optimal customer service, and address grooming‑related inquiries.
• Maintain a clean and safe grooming area, disinfect and sanitize tools, and perform daily and weekly cleaning duties.
• Schedule grooming appointments, manage paperwork, and maintain accurate grooming records.
• Learn and adhere to Petco's grooming policies, standards, and guidelines.

Training Program Outline

• Weeks 1-3: Learn dog behavior, pet and self‑safety, proper check‑in/out procedures, customer service, grooming policies, and begin on‑the‑job training in bathing and drying techniques.
• Weeks 3-10: Perform bathing and walk‑in services while achieving weekly productivity goals.

Education & Experience

• 0-1 year of animal‑related experience, including shelter volunteering or pet sitting; prior grooming salon assistance is preferred.
• High‑school diploma or GED preferred, though not required.
• Genuine passion for animals and a desire to pursue a career in pet grooming.
• Basic understanding of dog breeds, behavior, and common grooming practices.
• Capable of handling pets of all sizes and temperaments with care and empathy.
• Effective verbal and written communication skills for interactions with pet parents and team members.
• Availability to work weekends, evenings, and holidays as required by the grooming schedule.

Work Environment

The majority of duties are conducted indoors in the grooming salon. Position requires bending, kneeling, lifting (up to 30 pounds as necessary), standing for long periods, and occasional exposure to heights using a two‑step ladder. The work environment can be noisy and wet, with direct contact with pet parents and their dogs.

Compensation & Benefits

Pay range: $10.00 - $19.50 hourly. Benefits include medical, dental, vision, 401(k), paid time off, and Petco discounts. All supplies and equipment needed for grooming are provided.

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