Junior Pet Stylist: Grooming Training & Benefits

Petco; Rochester Hills (MI); On-site; USD 17,000 - 21,000; Full 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 is hiring a Junior Pet Stylist for a ten-week training, where you’ll learn bathing, drying, brushing, nail trimming, and more under seasoned groomers. You’ll gain hands-on experience while supporting pets and their owners in a friendly, pet-loving environment.

The role emphasizes safety, patient care, and quality service. Petco offers competitive pay, benefits, and opportunities for growth within the grooming team.

Qualifications

• 0-1 year of animal related experience, including shelter volunteering or pet sitting.
• 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, 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 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
• 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

Pet handling

Customer service

Communication

Education

High-school diploma or GED

Job description

Petco is hiring a Junior Pet Stylist for a ten-week training, where you’ll learn bathing, drying, brushing, nail trimming, and more under seasoned groomers. You’ll gain hands-on experience while supporting pets and their owners in a friendly, pet-loving environment.

The role emphasizes safety, patient care, and quality service. Petco offers competitive pay, benefits, and opportunities for growth within the grooming team.