Junior Pet Stylist: Grooming Career Starter

Petco; Brighton (MI); On-site; USD 24,000 - 32,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Medical benefits

401k

Paid PTO

Petco Discounts

Grooming supplies provided

State-of-the-art equipment

Job summary

Petco is hiring a Junior Pet Stylist in Grooming to start a path in pet grooming. During a ten-week training period you will learn bathing, drying, nail trimming, brushing, and more with guidance from experienced groomers.

We offer ongoing training, competitive base pay, medical, dental, vision, 401k, PTO, Petco discounts, and all the supplies you need. Join a team that prioritizes animal welfare and excellent customer service.

Qualifications

• 0-1 year of animal-related experience.
• High-school diploma or GED preferred.
• Genuine passion for animals and grooming.
• Basic understanding of dog breeds and grooming practices.
• Ability to handle pets of all sizes with care and empathy.
• Effective verbal and written communication with pet parents.
• Availability to work weekends, evenings, and holidays.

Responsibilities

• Perform limited grooming services: bathing, drying, nail trimming, brushing.
• Ensure animal well-being and safety in the salon.
• Interact professionally with pet parents and provide customer service.
• Maintain a clean, safe grooming area and sanitize tools.
• Schedule appointments and maintain grooming records.
• Learn and follow Petco grooming policies and standards.

Skills

Animal handling

Customer service

Communication

Teamwork

Flexibility

Education

High-school diploma or GED

Job description

Petco is hiring a Junior Pet Stylist in Grooming to start a path in pet grooming. During a ten-week training period you will learn bathing, drying, nail trimming, brushing, and more with guidance from experienced groomers.

We offer ongoing training, competitive base pay, medical, dental, vision, 401k, PTO, Petco discounts, and all the supplies you need. Join a team that prioritizes animal welfare and excellent customer service.