Junior Pet Stylist - Grooming Trainee

Petco Animal Supplies, Inc.; Virginia; Hybrid; USD 14,000 - 26,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Medical, dental, vision

401k and more

Paid time off

Petco discounts

Supplies provided

Job summary

Petco in Midlothian, VA, is hiring a Junior Pet Stylist for a ten-week training path. You will learn bathing, drying, nail trimming, brushing, and more under experienced groomers.

The role focuses on safety, pet comfort, and customer care while developing grooming foundations for a future Petco grooming career. Qualifications include 0-1 year animal experience, a passion for pets, and the ability to work weekends and holidays.

Qualifications

• 0-1 year of animal related experience, including shelter volunteering or pet sitting, preferred.
• Genuine passion for animals and grooming career fuel motivation.
• Effective communication with pet parents and team members.

Responsibilities

• Under supervision, perform limited grooming services: bathing, drying, nail trimming, brushing, ear cleaning, gland cleaning.
• Ensure safety and well-being of every animal in the salon at all times.
• Interact professionally with pet parents and provide excellent customer service.
• Maintain a clean, sanitized grooming area and tools; assist with scheduling and records.

Skills

Verbal communication

Written communication

Pet care knowledge

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

Petco in Midlothian, VA, is hiring a Junior Pet Stylist for a ten-week training path. You will learn bathing, drying, nail trimming, brushing, and more under experienced groomers.

The role focuses on safety, pet comfort, and customer care while developing grooming foundations for a future Petco grooming career. Qualifications include 0-1 year animal experience, a passion for pets, and the ability to work weekends and holidays.