Junior Pet Stylist: Launch Your Grooming Career

Petco; Piscataway Township (NJ); On-site; USD 14,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive base pay

Medical, dental, vision and more

401k and more

Paid Time Off

Petco Discounts

Supplies & equipment provided

Job summary

Petco is looking for energetic individuals to begin a grooming career as a Junior Pet Stylist in Grooming. The ten-week training covers bathing, drying, nail trimming, brushing and basic care under experienced groomers.

You will learn in a structured program with hands-on practice, flexible weekend/evening hours, and benefits such as medical, dental, vision, 401k, PTO and Petco discounts. Previous animal experience is welcome but not required.

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.
• 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 Pet Care Center’s grooming schedule.

Responsibilities

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

Skills

Animal experience

Customer service

Communication skills

Willingness to learn

Education

High-school diploma or GED

Job description

Petco is looking for energetic individuals to begin a grooming career as a Junior Pet Stylist in Grooming. The ten-week training covers bathing, drying, nail trimming, brushing and basic care under experienced groomers.

You will learn in a structured program with hands-on practice, flexible weekend/evening hours, and benefits such as medical, dental, vision, 401k, PTO and Petco discounts. Previous animal experience is welcome but not required.