Junior Pet Stylist: Launch Your Grooming Career

Petco; Turlock (CA); On-site; USD 14,000 - 29,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Petco Discounts

Competitive base pay

Medical, dental, vision and more

401k and more

Paid Time Off

Job summary

Petco is seeking a Junior Pet Stylist to begin with a ten-week training program in grooming. The role focuses on learning bathing, drying, brushing, nail trimming, ear cleaning, and gland cleaning under experienced groomers, with a strong emphasis on pet safety and customer service.

During training, you’ll gain hands-on experience and be mentored as you progress toward independent grooming tasks, while Petco offers competitive pay, benefits, and growth opportunities in a welcoming, pet-centered

Qualifications

• 0-1 year of animal related experience, including shelter volunteering or pet sitting 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
• 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, and gland cleaning according to the pet parents’ instructions and in adherence to company policies
• Ensure the well‑being and safety of every animal in the salon at all times
• Interact professionally and effectively with pet parents, provide optimal customer service, address grooming related inquiries and provide timely resolution
• Maintain a clean and safe grooming area and salon, disinfect and sanitize grooming tools and equipment, perform daily and weekly cleaning duties
• Schedule grooming appointments, manage paperwork, and maintain accurate grooming records
• Learn and adhere to Petco's grooming policies, standards, and guidelines to ensure safety, quality, and consistency

Skills

Animal experience

Communication skills

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

Petco is seeking a Junior Pet Stylist to begin with a ten-week training program in grooming. The role focuses on learning bathing, drying, brushing, nail trimming, ear cleaning, and gland cleaning under experienced groomers, with a strong emphasis on pet safety and customer service.

During training, you’ll gain hands-on experience and be mentored as you progress toward independent grooming tasks, while Petco offers competitive pay, benefits, and growth opportunities in a welcoming, pet-centered