Junior Pet Stylist - Grooming Foundations

Petco; Dayville (CT); On-site; USD 17,000 - 22,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive base pay

Medical, dental, vision and more

401k and more

Paid Time Off

Petco Discounts

Supplies & equipment provided

Job summary

Petco is seeking a Junior Pet Stylist in Grooming to begin their grooming career. This ten-week training covers bathing, drying, nail trimming, brushing, and more, with hands-on guidance from experienced groomers.

The program includes competitive base pay, medical benefits, 401k, PTO, and Petco discounts, plus access to state-of-the-art equipment and supplies.

If you love animals and want a career in pet grooming, join Petco and grow with our Grooming team.

Qualifications

• 0-1 year of animal-related experience preferred.
• High-school diploma or GED preferred.
• Genuine passion for animals and desire to pursue pet grooming.
• Basic understanding of dog breeds, behavior, and grooming practices.
• Capable of handling pets of all sizes and temperaments with care.
• Effective verbal and written communication skills.
• Availability to work weekends, evenings, and holidays.

Responsibilities

• Under supervision, perform bathing, drying, nail trimming, brushing per instructions.
• Ensure the safety and well-being of every animal.
• Interact professionally with pet parents and provide customer service.
• Maintain a clean, sanitized grooming area and tools.
• Schedule grooming appointments and maintain records.
• Follow grooming policies and standards.

Skills

Effective verbal and written comms

Weekend/evening/holiday availability

Education

High-school diploma or GED

Job description

Petco is seeking a Junior Pet Stylist in Grooming to begin their grooming career. This ten-week training covers bathing, drying, nail trimming, brushing, and more, with hands-on guidance from experienced groomers.

The program includes competitive base pay, medical benefits, 401k, PTO, and Petco discounts, plus access to state-of-the-art equipment and supplies.

If you love animals and want a career in pet grooming, join Petco and grow with our Grooming team.