Junior Pet Stylist: Grooming Training & Benefits

Petco Animal Supplies, Inc.

Gastonia (NC)

On-site

USD 17,000 - 22,000

Full time

14 days+

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Benefits offered by this job

Competitive base pay

Medical/dental/vision

401k and more

Paid Time Off

Petco Discounts

Grooming supplies & equipment provided

State of the art equipment

Job summary

Petco Animal Supplies, Inc. in Gastonia, NC is hiring a Junior Pet Stylist to start your grooming career. During a ten-week training period you will learn bathing, drying, nail trimming, brushing, and more under seasoned groomers.

You will gain hands-on experience with grooming tasks, learn safety best practices, and work with state‑of‑the‑art equipment as you build confidence and customer service skills. Petco offers competitive base pay, medical/dental/vision, 401k, Paid Time Off, Petco

Qualifications

0–1 year of animal-related experience or grooming salon assistance preferred.
High school diploma or GED preferred.
Genuine passion for animals and grooming career.
Basic understanding of dog breeds, behavior and grooming practices.
Effective communication with pet parents and team.
Availability to work weekends, evenings and holidays, as required by the Pet Care Center’s grooming schedule.

Responsibilities

Under supervision, perform limited grooming tasks: bathing, drying, nail trimming, brushing, ear cleaning.
Ensure safety and well-being of every animal in the salon.
Interact professionally with pet parents and provide customer service.
Maintain clean, sanitized grooming area and equipment.
Schedule appointments, manage paperwork, and maintain records.
Learn and follow grooming policies to ensure safety and quality.