Junior Groomer

Petco; Janesville (WI); On-site; USD 25,000 - 35,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision insurance

401(k) plan

Paid Time Off

Petco Discounts

All necessary supplies and equipment

State-of-the-art grooming equipment

Job summary

Petco is seeking a Junior Pet Stylist in Janesville, Wisconsin. This 10-week training position offers essential grooming skills and a pathway to a career in pet grooming. Responsibilities include providing limited grooming services under supervision, ensuring animal well-being, and maintaining a clean grooming environment.

Ideal candidates will possess strong communication skills, enthusiasm for animals, and the ability to handle pets of all sizes. Benefits include competitive pay, medical, dental, vision, and Petco discounts.

Qualifications

• Availability to work weekends, evenings, and holidays as required.
• Capable of handling pets of all sizes and temperaments with care and empathy.
• Passion for animals and desire to pursue a career in pet grooming.

Responsibilities

• Perform limited grooming services under supervision.
• Ensure the well-being and safety of every animal.
• Interact professionally with pet parents and provide customer service.

Skills

Animal-related experience (0-1 year)

Effective verbal and written communication skills

Basic understanding of dog breeds and grooming practices

Education

High-school diploma or GED (preferred)

Job description

Position Overview

The Junior Pet Stylist is a 10‑week training position designed to teach essential grooming skills and provide a path to a career in pet grooming.

Responsibilities

• Perform limited grooming services under close supervision, including bathing, drying, nail trimming, brushing, ear cleaning, and gland cleaning.
• Ensure the well‑being and safety of every animal in the salon.
• Interact professionally with pet parents, provide customer service, and address grooming‑related inquiries.
• Maintain a clean and safe grooming area, disinfect and sanitize tools and equipment, 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.

Qualifications

• 0–1 year of animal‑related experience (shelter volunteering, pet sitting, or prior grooming salon assistance preferred).
• High‑school diploma or GED preferred, but not required.
• Passion for animals and 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.
• Availability to work weekends, evenings, and holidays as required.

Training Program Outline

• Weeks 1–3: Learning and On‑the‑Job Training
  • Learn dog behavior, safety, check‑in/out procedures, customer service, grooming policies, and begin bathing and drying techniques.
• Weeks 4–10: Performing and Achieving Productivity
  • Perform bathing and walk‑in services while meeting weekly productivity goals.

Work Environment

The majority of duties are conducted indoors in the grooming salon. The position requires bending, kneeling, lifting (up to 30 pounds), and standing for long periods. Exposure to heights using a two‑step ladder and use of vacuums may occur. The work environment can be noisy and wet.

Benefits

• Competitive base pay
• Medical, dental, vision, and more
• 401(k) and more
• Paid Time Off
• Petco Discounts
• All supplies and equipment needed (brushes, nail trimmers, clippers, blades, shampoo, sprays, tools, etc.)
• State‑of‑the‑art equipment (bathing system, kennels, tables, dryers)

Equal Opportunity Employer

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.