Junior Pet Stylist: Grooming Career Starter

Petco; Upper Providence (Delaware County); On-site; USD 17,000 - 21,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive base pay

Medical, dental, vision and more

401k and more

Paid Time Off

Petco Discounts

Grooming supplies & equipment provided

State of the art grooming facilities

Job summary

Petco is seeking a Junior Pet Stylist to begin your grooming career in our salon. During the ten-week training, you will learn bathing, drying, nail trimming, brushing, and more under seasoned groomers to build foundational skills.

You will care for dogs of all sizes, prioritize safety and comfort, and deliver friendly customer service as you develop skills toward a full grooming path. Petco offers competitive pay and benefits including medical, dental, vision, 401(k), PTO, pet discounts, and

Qualifications

• 0-1 year of animal related experience (shelter volunteering or pet sitting preferred).
• Genuine passion for animals and desire to pursue a grooming career.
• Basic understanding of dog breeds, behavior and grooming practices.
• Availability to work weekends, evenings, and holidays as required.

Responsibilities

• Under supervision, perform limited grooming services including bathing, drying, nail trimming, brushing, ear cleaning and gland cleaning.
• Ensure safety and well-being of every animal in the salon.
• Interact professionally with pet parents and provide exceptional customer service.
• Maintain a clean, safe grooming area and sanitize tools and equipment.
• Schedule grooming appointments and maintain records.

Skills

Compassion for animals

Strong communication skills

Weekend/evening availability

Education

High-school diploma or GED

Job description

Petco is seeking a Junior Pet Stylist to begin your grooming career in our salon. During the ten-week training, you will learn bathing, drying, nail trimming, brushing, and more under seasoned groomers to build foundational skills.

You will care for dogs of all sizes, prioritize safety and comfort, and deliver friendly customer service as you develop skills toward a full grooming path. Petco offers competitive pay and benefits including medical, dental, vision, 401(k), PTO, pet discounts, and