Junior Pet Stylist — Start Your Grooming Career

Petco; Brightside (MA); On-site; USD 14,000 - 27,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive base pay

Medical, dental, vision

401k

Paid Time Off

Petco Discounts

Supplies & equipment access

State of the art equipment

Job summary

Petco in Massachusetts is hiring a Junior Pet Stylist in Grooming. Begin your journey with a ten-week training, learning bathing, drying, nail trimming, and more under seasoned groomers to build a solid foundation for your grooming career.

This entry-level role offers competitive base pay, medical/dental/vision, 401k, PTO, Petco discounts, and all essential grooming supplies. Great for animal lovers seeking growth in a pet care career.

Qualifications

• 0-1 year of animal related experience (preferred).
• High-school diploma or GED preferred, though not required.
• Genuine passion for animals and grooming.
• Basic understanding of dog breeds, behavior, and common grooming practices.
• Capable of handling pets of all sizes and temperaments with care and empathy.
• 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 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, other cleaning and maintenance tasks as assigned, including but not limited to cleaning air filters, vents, and drains
• 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

Education

High-school diploma or GED

Job description

Petco in Massachusetts is hiring a Junior Pet Stylist in Grooming. Begin your journey with a ten-week training, learning bathing, drying, nail trimming, and more under seasoned groomers to build a solid foundation for your grooming career.

This entry-level role offers competitive base pay, medical/dental/vision, 401k, PTO, Petco discounts, and all essential grooming supplies. Great for animal lovers seeking growth in a pet care career.