Junior Pet Stylist: Grooming & Training Path

Petco Animal Supplies, Inc.; South Ogden (UT); On-site; USD 17,000 - 22,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive base pay

Health, dental, vision benefits

401k and PTO

Petco discounts

Supplies & equipment provided

Job summary

Petco Animal Supplies, Inc. is seeking a Junior Pet Stylist in Grooming to train over ten weeks in bathing, drying, brushing, nail trimming, and related tasks under seasoned groomers. You will gain hands-on experience with guidance and work toward independent grooming responsibilities.

The program emphasizes safety, pet well-being, and customer service excellence, with competitive base pay, benefits, PTO, and Petco discounts. Weekend availability is required.

Qualifications

• 0-1 year of animal-related experience
• Genuine passion for animals and grooming
• Basic understanding of dog breeds and grooming practices
• Availability to work weekends, evenings, and holidays
• Effective verbal and written communication with pet parents and grooming team

Responsibilities

• Perform limited grooming services under supervision (bathing, drying, nail trimming, brushing) according to instructions
• Ensure safety and well-being of every animal in the salon
• Provide professional customer service and address grooming inquiries
• Maintain a clean, safe grooming area and sanitize tools and equipment
• Schedule appointments and maintain grooming records
• Learn and adhere to Petco grooming policies and standards

Skills

Customer service

Animal handling

Communication

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

Petco Animal Supplies, Inc. is seeking a Junior Pet Stylist in Grooming to train over ten weeks in bathing, drying, brushing, nail trimming, and related tasks under seasoned groomers. You will gain hands-on experience with guidance and work toward independent grooming responsibilities.

The program emphasizes safety, pet well-being, and customer service excellence, with competitive base pay, benefits, PTO, and Petco discounts. Weekend availability is required.