Junior Pet Stylist: Grooming Trainee

Petco; Cleveland (TN); Hybrid; USD 15,000 - 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 in Cleveland, TN is hiring a Junior Pet Stylist in Grooming for a ten-week training program. You will learn bathing, drying, brushing, nail trimming, ear cleaning, and gland cleaning under seasoned groomers to build a solid grooming foundation.

This part-time role emphasizes hands-on learning, safety for pets, and exceptional customer service, with benefits including competitive base pay, medical/dental/vision, 401k, and Petco discounts.

Qualifications

• 0-1 year of animal related experience, including shelter volunteering or pet sitting.
• 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.
• Availability to work weekends, evenings, and holidays.

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, including but not limited to cleaning air filters, vents, and drains
• 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

Skills

Verbal communication

Written communication

Customer service

Education

High-school diploma or GED

Job description

Petco in Cleveland, TN is hiring a Junior Pet Stylist in Grooming for a ten-week training program. You will learn bathing, drying, brushing, nail trimming, ear cleaning, and gland cleaning under seasoned groomers to build a solid grooming foundation.

This part-time role emphasizes hands-on learning, safety for pets, and exceptional customer service, with benefits including competitive base pay, medical/dental/vision, 401k, and Petco discounts.