Junior Pet Stylist: Grooming Training & Growth

Petco; Hickory (NC); On-site; USD 24,000 - 31,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision and more

401k and more

Paid Time Off

Petco Discounts

Job summary

Petco in Hickory, NC is seeking a Junior Pet Stylist for a part-time grooming program. You will learn bathing, drying, brushing, nail trimming, ear cleaning, and basic grooming under supervision, with hands-on training during Weeks 1–10.

This entry-level role emphasizes animal welfare, customer service, and safety, with a ten-week training, weekends/evenings required, and opportunities to grow within Petco Grooming.

Qualifications

• 0-1 year of animal-related experience.
• Genuine passion for animals and a desire to pursue grooming.
• Availability to work weekends, evenings, and holidays.
• High school diploma or GED preferred.

Responsibilities

• Perform bathing, drying, nail trimming and grooming support under supervision.
• Assist in brushing, ear cleaning and gland cleaning as directed.
• Maintain a clean, safe grooming area and good client communication.

Skills

Dog grooming basics

Customer service

Education

High-school diploma or GED

Tools

Grooming tools familiarity

Job description

Petco in Hickory, NC is seeking a Junior Pet Stylist for a part-time grooming program. You will learn bathing, drying, brushing, nail trimming, ear cleaning, and basic grooming under supervision, with hands-on training during Weeks 1–10.

This entry-level role emphasizes animal welfare, customer service, and safety, with a ten-week training, weekends/evenings required, and opportunities to grow within Petco Grooming.