Junior Pet Stylist: Grooming Training & Growth

Petco; Lake Stevens (WA); On-site; USD 14,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Petco Discounts

401k Plan

Paid Time Off

Medical Benefits

Job summary

Petco Grooming is hiring a Junior Pet Stylist to start your grooming career with a structured ten-week training program in our grooming salon. You’ll learn bathing, drying, nail trimming and more under seasoned groomers while gaining hands-on experience and confidence.

This role emphasizes safety and pet welfare, with opportunities to progress in grooming and career growth. Competitive pay, benefits, and PETCO discounts are included.

Qualifications

• 0-1 year of animal related experience, including shelter volunteering or pet sitting, prior grooming salon assistance is preferred.
• High-school diploma or GED is preferred, though not required.
• 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.
• Effective verbal and written communication skills for interactions with pet parents and grooming team members.

Responsibilities

• Under close supervision of experienced groomers, perform limited grooming services including bathing, drying, nail trimming, brushing, ear cleaning, and gland 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, other cleaning and maintenance tasks as assigned, including but not limited to cleaning air filters, vents, and drains.
• 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

Animal experience

Weekend availability

Grooming basics

Education

High-school diploma or GED

Job description

Petco Grooming is hiring a Junior Pet Stylist to start your grooming career with a structured ten-week training program in our grooming salon. You’ll learn bathing, drying, nail trimming and more under seasoned groomers while gaining hands-on experience and confidence.

This role emphasizes safety and pet welfare, with opportunities to progress in grooming and career growth. Competitive pay, benefits, and PETCO discounts are included.