Junior Pet Stylist: Grooming Basics & Training

Petco; Kingman (AZ); 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 grooming supplies & equipment

Job summary

Petco Grooming is seeking a Junior Pet Stylist to learn and perform basic grooming tasks under experienced groomers. You’ll gain hands-on experience in bathing, drying, brushing, nail trimming, ear cleaning, and more.

Training spans Weeks 1-10 with emphasis on safety, pet welfare, and customer service within a busy grooming salon. We offer competitive base pay, medical/dental/vision, 401k, PTO, Petco Discounts, and full grooming supplies and equipment.

Qualifications

• 0-1 year of animal related experience is preferred.
• High-school diploma or GED is preferred.
• 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 grooming team members.
• Availability to work weekends, evenings, and holidays, as required by the Pet Care Center’s grooming schedule.

Responsibilities

• Under close supervision of experienced groomers, perform limited grooming services including bathing, drying, nail trimming, brushing, ear cleaning, and gland cleaning according to the pet parents’ instructions and in adherence to company policies and procedures.
• Ensure the well-being and safety of every animal in the salon at all times.
• Interact professionally and effectively with pet parents, provide optimal customer service, address grooming related inquiries and provide timely resolution.
• Maintain a clean and safe grooming area and salon, disinfect and sanitize grooming tools and equipment, perform daily and weekly cleaning duties in the salon and in adherence to Petco hygiene and sanitation policies, other cleaning and maintenance tasks as assigned.
• Schedule grooming appointments, manage paperwork, and maintain accurate grooming records.
• Learn and adhere to Petco's grooming policies, standards, and guidelines to ensure safety, quality, and consistency in all activities and areas of the grooming business.

Skills

Animal experience

Grooming basics

Customer service

Education

High school diploma or GED

On-the-job grooming training

Job description

Petco Grooming is seeking a Junior Pet Stylist to learn and perform basic grooming tasks under experienced groomers. You’ll gain hands-on experience in bathing, drying, brushing, nail trimming, ear cleaning, and more.

Training spans Weeks 1-10 with emphasis on safety, pet welfare, and customer service within a busy grooming salon. We offer competitive base pay, medical/dental/vision, 401k, PTO, Petco Discounts, and full grooming supplies and equipment.