Junior Pet Stylist: Learn Grooming & Grow

Petco Animal Supplies, Inc.; Livermore (CA); On-site; USD 14,000 - 29,000; 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 Animal Supplies, Inc. in California is recruiting a Junior Pet Stylist to begin your grooming career with a ten-week training program covering bathing, drying, brushing, nail trimming, and more under the guidance of seasoned groomers.

You will gain hands-on experience, learn dog behavior and safety, and advance toward a professional grooming path, with competitive base pay, benefits, 401k, PTO, Petco Discounts, and state-of-the-art equipment.

Qualifications

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

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 and procedures
• 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 in the salon and in adherence to Petco hygiene and sanitation policies
• 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 in all activities and areas of the grooming business

Skills

Animal care basics

Verbal communication

Written communication

Weekend availability

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

Petco Animal Supplies, Inc. in California is recruiting a Junior Pet Stylist to begin your grooming career with a ten-week training program covering bathing, drying, brushing, nail trimming, and more under the guidance of seasoned groomers.

You will gain hands-on experience, learn dog behavior and safety, and advance toward a professional grooming path, with competitive base pay, benefits, 401k, PTO, Petco Discounts, and state-of-the-art equipment.