Junior Pet Stylist: Grooming Career Starter

Petco; Oak Harbor (FL); On-site; USD 14,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Medical, dental, vision

401k

Paid Time Off

Petco Discounts

Grooming supplies provided

Modern equipment

Job summary

Petco is hiring a Junior Pet Stylist in Grooming in Florida. The role begins with a ten-week training period to learn bathing, drying, nails, and grooming basics under experienced groomers. You will gain hands-on skills while supporting senior staff and ensuring pet safety and comfort.

The position offers competitive base pay, medical/dental/vision, 401k, PTO, and Petco discounts, plus access to high-quality grooming supplies and equipment. Weekend/evening shifts may be required.

Qualifications

• High-school diploma or GED is 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 grooming team members.

Responsibilities

• Under close supervision of experienced groomers, perform limited grooming services including bathing, drying, nail trimming, brushing, ear cleaning, and gland cleaning.
• 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 adherence to hygiene policies.
• Schedule grooming appointments, manage paperwork, and maintain accurate grooming records.
• Learn and adhere to grooming policies, standards, and guidelines to ensure safety, quality, and consistency.

Education

High-school diploma or GED

Genuine 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 with pet parents and team members

Job description

Petco is hiring a Junior Pet Stylist in Grooming in Florida. The role begins with a ten-week training period to learn bathing, drying, nails, and grooming basics under experienced groomers. You will gain hands-on skills while supporting senior staff and ensuring pet safety and comfort.

The position offers competitive base pay, medical/dental/vision, 401k, PTO, and Petco discounts, plus access to high-quality grooming supplies and equipment. Weekend/evening shifts may be required.