Junior Pet Stylist: Hands-On Grooming Training

Petco Animal Supplies, Inc.; Marion (OH); On-site; USD 14,000 - 27,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Medical, dental, vision

401k

Paid Time Off

Petco discounts

Job summary

Petco in Marion, OH is seeking a Junior Pet Stylist for a ten-week training program to learn bathing, drying, brushing, nail trimming, ear cleaning, and more under experienced groomers. You will support the grooming team and deliver compassionate care to pets while building foundational skills for a long-term grooming career.

The role offers a path to growth within Petco Grooming, with competitive base pay, benefits, and opportunities to learn state-of-the-art grooming techniques.

Qualifications

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

Responsibilities

• Under 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 excellent customer service
• Maintain a clean, safe grooming area and sanitize tools and equipment
• Schedule grooming appointments, manage paperwork, and maintain accurate grooming records

Skills

Verbal communication

Written communication

Patience with pets

Customer service

Education

High-school diploma/GED

Job description

Petco in Marion, OH is seeking a Junior Pet Stylist for a ten-week training program to learn bathing, drying, brushing, nail trimming, ear cleaning, and more under experienced groomers. You will support the grooming team and deliver compassionate care to pets while building foundational skills for a long-term grooming career.

The role offers a path to growth within Petco Grooming, with competitive base pay, benefits, and opportunities to learn state-of-the-art grooming techniques.