Junior Pet Stylist: Hands-On Grooming Training

Petco; Bismarck (ND); On-site; USD 17,000 - 22,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive base pay

Medical, dental, vision

401k

Paid Time Off

Petco Discounts

Grooming supplies provided

Job summary

Petco is hiring a Junior Pet Stylist to begin their grooming career. You will learn bathing, drying, brushing, and nail trimming under guidance, with a focus on pet safety and client care.

Training spans ten weeks, followed by active grooming duties. Candidates should have 0–1 year animal experience, a passion for pets, and availability on weekends and holidays; competitive base pay and benefits accompany the role.

Qualifications

• 0-1 year of animal related experience.
• High-school diploma or GED preferred.
• Genuine passion for animals and grooming.
• Ability to work weekends, evenings, and holidays.
• Basic understanding of dog breeds and grooming practices.

Responsibilities

• Under supervision, perform limited grooming services such as bathing, drying, nail trimming, and brushing.
• Ensure safety and well-being of animals in the salon.
• Provide professional customer service to pet parents.
• Maintain a clean, sanitized grooming area and equipment.
• Schedule appointments and manage grooming records.
• Learn and follow Petco grooming policies and standards.

Skills

Grooming basics

Dog handling

Customer service

Education

High-school diploma or GED

Job description

Petco is hiring a Junior Pet Stylist to begin their grooming career. You will learn bathing, drying, brushing, and nail trimming under guidance, with a focus on pet safety and client care.

Training spans ten weeks, followed by active grooming duties. Candidates should have 0–1 year animal experience, a passion for pets, and availability on weekends and holidays; competitive base pay and benefits accompany the role.