Junior Pet Stylist - Grooming Career Starter

Petco; Wheeling (WV); On-site; USD 14,000 - 21,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive base pay

Medical, dental, vision and more

401k and more

Paid Time Off

Petco Discounts

Job summary

Petco is hiring a Junior Groomer to begin as a Junior Pet Stylist through a ten-week training program. You will learn bathing, drying, nail trimming, brushing, ear cleaning, and gland cleaning under seasoned groomers while supporting the grooming team and ensuring a safe, comfortable experience for every pet.

The role offers weekend/evening hours and a path to growth within Petco Grooming. The position requires passion for animals, reliability, and good communication with pet parents and team

Qualifications

• 0-1 year of animal related experience; prior grooming salon assistance is preferred.
• 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.
• 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.
• 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.

Skills

Verbal and written communication

Dog breeds & behavior basics

Grooming basics

Education

High school diploma or GED (preferred)

Job description

Petco is hiring a Junior Groomer to begin as a Junior Pet Stylist through a ten-week training program. You will learn bathing, drying, nail trimming, brushing, ear cleaning, and gland cleaning under seasoned groomers while supporting the grooming team and ensuring a safe, comfortable experience for every pet.

The role offers weekend/evening hours and a path to growth within Petco Grooming. The position requires passion for animals, reliability, and good communication with pet parents and team