Junior Pet Stylist: Grooming Career Starter & Training

Petco; Lima (OH); On-site; USD 14,000 - 27,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive base pay

Medical, dental, vision

401k and more

Paid time off

Petco discounts

Grooming supplies provided

State-of-the-art equipment

Job summary

Petco is hiring a Junior Pet Stylist in Grooming to begin your grooming career with hands-on training during a ten-week program. You\'ll learn bathing, drying, nail trimming, brushing, and more under seasoned groomers, with guidance and opportunities to grow within Petco Grooming.

We offer competitive base pay, benefits including medical, dental, vision, 401k, PTO, and Petco Discounts, plus state-of-the-art grooming equipment and supplies to support your development and success in this role.

Qualifications

• 0-1 year of animal related experience (shelter volunteering or pet sitting preferred).
• High-school diploma or GED preferred.
• 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 with care and empathy.
• Effective verbal and written communication with pet parents and team members.
• Availability to work weekends, evenings, and holidays as needed.

Responsibilities

• Under supervision, perform limited grooming services (bathing, drying, nail trimming, brushing, ear cleaning, gland cleaning) per instructions.
• Ensure well-being and safety of every animal in the salon at all times.
• Interact professionally with pet parents and provide optimal customer service.
• Maintain a clean and safe grooming area and sanitize tools, perform cleaning duties as assigned.
• Schedule grooming appointments, manage paperwork, and maintain accurate grooming records.
• Learn and adhere to Petco’s grooming policies and guidelines.

Skills

Animal care

Customer service

Communication

Teamwork

Education

High-school diploma or GED

Job description

Petco is hiring a Junior Pet Stylist in Grooming to begin your grooming career with hands-on training during a ten-week program. You\'ll learn bathing, drying, nail trimming, brushing, and more under seasoned groomers, with guidance and opportunities to grow within Petco Grooming.

We offer competitive base pay, benefits including medical, dental, vision, 401k, PTO, and Petco Discounts, plus state-of-the-art grooming equipment and supplies to support your development and success in this role.