Junior Pet Stylist - Hands-on Grooming Career Start

Petco; Homestead (FL); 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

Grooming supplies provided

Modern grooming equipment

Job summary

Petco is hiring a Junior Pet Stylist in Grooming. You will learn essential grooming tasks during a ten‑week training period, including bathing, drying, nail trimming, and more, with guidance from seasoned groomers.

The program emphasizes safety and customer service while you build foundational skills for a future Petco grooming career. The role offers competitive base pay, benefits, and opportunities for career growth, with state‑of‑the‑art grooming facilities and ample supplies provided to

Qualifications

• 0-1 year of animal-related experience (volunteering or pet sitting) is preferred.
• High-school diploma or GED is preferred but 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.
• Availability to work weekends, evenings, and holidays, as required by the grooming schedule.

Responsibilities

• Under close supervision, perform limited grooming services including bathing, drying, nail trimming, brushing, ear cleaning, and gland cleaning.
• Ensure the well-being and safety of every animal in the salon at all times.
• Interact professionally with pet parents and provide optimal customer service.
• Maintain a clean and safe grooming area and sanitize tools and equipment.
• Schedule grooming appointments and maintain grooming records.
• Learn and follow Petco grooming policies and standards.

Skills

Animal handling

Customer service

Weekend availability

Verbal & written communication

Education

High-school diploma or GED

Job description

Petco is hiring a Junior Pet Stylist in Grooming. You will learn essential grooming tasks during a ten‑week training period, including bathing, drying, nail trimming, and more, with guidance from seasoned groomers.

The program emphasizes safety and customer service while you build foundational skills for a future Petco grooming career. The role offers competitive base pay, benefits, and opportunities for career growth, with state‑of‑the‑art grooming facilities and ample supplies provided to