Junior Pet Stylist: Grooming Career Start

Petco; Great Falls (MT); 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 invites you to start a grooming career as a Junior Pet Stylist in Grooming, a ten-week training program building fundamental skills in bathing, drying, nails and more under seasoned groomers.

You’ll gain hands-on experience, participate in ongoing training, and enjoy competitive pay, medical benefits, 401k and Petco discounts while working in a pet-friendly salon environment that prioritizes safety and exceptional customer service.

Qualifications

• 0-1 year of animal related experience (preferred)
• High-school diploma or GED is preferred, though not required
• Genuine passion for animals and grooming
• 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
• Ensure the well-being and safety of every animal in the salon at all times
• Interact professionally with pet parents, provide optimal customer service, address grooming inquiries and provide timely resolution
• Maintain a clean and safe grooming area and salon; disinfect and sanitize tools and equipment and perform cleaning duties as assigned

Skills

Grooming basics

Customer service

Communication

Education

High-school diploma or GED

Job description

Petco invites you to start a grooming career as a Junior Pet Stylist in Grooming, a ten-week training program building fundamental skills in bathing, drying, nails and more under seasoned groomers.

You’ll gain hands-on experience, participate in ongoing training, and enjoy competitive pay, medical benefits, 401k and Petco discounts while working in a pet-friendly salon environment that prioritizes safety and exceptional customer service.