Junior Pet Stylist: Grooming Training & Growth

Petco; Christiansburg (VA); On-site; USD 14,000 - 27,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive base pay

Medical, dental, vision

401k and more

Paid Time Off

Petco Discounts

Job summary

Petco is seeking a Junior Pet Stylist in Grooming in the United States. The role begins with a ten-week training period, teaching bathing, drying and nail trimming with guidance from experienced groomers.

You’ll gain hands-on grooming skills and begin building a career path within Petco Grooming. Petco offers competitive base pay, medical/dental/vision coverage, a 401k plan, paid time off, Petco Discounts, and the necessary tools and supplies to perform grooming tasks.

Qualifications

• 0-1 year of animal related experience or equivalent volunteering preferred.
• Genuine passion for animals and grooming desired.
• Availability to work weekends, evenings, and holidays as required by the grooming schedule.

Responsibilities

• Perform limited grooming tasks under supervision (bathing, drying, nail trimming, brushing).
• Ensure safety and well‑being of every animal in the salon at all times.
• Provide professional customer service and address grooming-related inquiries.
• Maintain a clean, sanitized grooming area and equipment per policy.

Skills

Animal care experience

Customer service

Education

High-school diploma or GED

Job description

Petco is seeking a Junior Pet Stylist in Grooming in the United States. The role begins with a ten-week training period, teaching bathing, drying and nail trimming with guidance from experienced groomers.

You’ll gain hands-on grooming skills and begin building a career path within Petco Grooming. Petco offers competitive base pay, medical/dental/vision coverage, a 401k plan, paid time off, Petco Discounts, and the necessary tools and supplies to perform grooming tasks.