Junior Pet Stylist — Start Your Grooming Career

Petco Animal Supplies, Inc.; Arnold (MO); On-site; USD 17,000 - 22,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Medical benefits

401k

Paid time off

Petco discounts

Grooming tools provided

Job summary

Petco Animal Supplies, Inc. is seeking a Junior Pet Stylist in Grooming to learn bathing, drying, brushing, nail trimming, ear cleaning, and gland cleaning under experienced groomers during a ten-week training program.

This role offers hands-on practice, supervision, and a clear growth path within Petco Grooming, with competitive base pay, medical/dental/vision, a 401(k), PTO, and discounts. Weekend/evening availability is required.

Qualifications

• 0-1 year of animal related experience is preferred
• High-school diploma or GED preferred
• Availability to work weekends, evenings, and holidays as required by grooming schedule

Responsibilities

• Under close supervision, perform limited grooming services (bathing, drying, nail trimming, brushing, ear cleaning, gland cleaning) per client instructions
• Ensure safety and well-being of every animal in the salon
• Interact professionally with pet parents and provide excellent customer service
• Maintain a clean, safe grooming area and sanitize tools and equipment

Skills

Animal care experience

Education

High-school diploma or GED

Job description

Petco Animal Supplies, Inc. is seeking a Junior Pet Stylist in Grooming to learn bathing, drying, brushing, nail trimming, ear cleaning, and gland cleaning under experienced groomers during a ten-week training program.

This role offers hands-on practice, supervision, and a clear growth path within Petco Grooming, with competitive base pay, medical/dental/vision, a 401(k), PTO, and discounts. Weekend/evening availability is required.