Junior Pet Stylist: Grooming Career Track (Part-Time)

Petco; Pittsburgh (Allegheny County); Hybrid; USD 18,000 - 24,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive base pay

Medical, dental, vision and more

401k and more

Paid Time Off

Petco Discounts

All the supplies & equipment provided

Job summary

Petco is hiring a Junior Groomer for a part-time shift at the Robinson Township Grooming Center in Pittsburgh, PA. You’ll begin with a ten-week training period as a Junior Pet Stylist, learning bathing, drying, nail trimming, and other grooming basics under experienced mentors.

You will assist in the grooming process, prioritizing pet comfort and safety while delivering excellent customer service to pet parents; weekends, evenings, and holidays may be required as part of the grooming schedule.

Qualifications

• 0-1 year of animal related experience, including shelter volunteering or pet sitting, 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
• 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 according to the pet parents’ instructions and in adherence to company policies and procedures
• 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 in adherence to Petco hygiene and sanitation policies, other cleaning and maintenance tasks as assigned
• Schedule grooming appointments, manage paperwork, and maintain accurate grooming records
• Learn and adhere to Petco's grooming policies, standards, and guidelines to ensure safety, quality, and consistency in all activities and areas of the grooming business

Job description

Petco is hiring a Junior Groomer for a part-time shift at the Robinson Township Grooming Center in Pittsburgh, PA. You’ll begin with a ten-week training period as a Junior Pet Stylist, learning bathing, drying, nail trimming, and other grooming basics under experienced mentors.

You will assist in the grooming process, prioritizing pet comfort and safety while delivering excellent customer service to pet parents; weekends, evenings, and holidays may be required as part of the grooming schedule.