Junior Pet Stylist: Start Your Grooming Career

PETCO Animal Supplies Stores, Inc.; Moline (IL); On-site; USD 14,000 - 26,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Medical benefits

401k

Paid time off

Petco discounts

Grooming supplies provided

Job summary

Petco Animal Supplies, Inc. is seeking a Junior Pet Stylist in our grooming program. You will learn bathing, drying, brushing, nail trimming, ear cleaning, and gland cleaning under seasoned groomers.

This entry-level role focuses on safety, comfort, and customer service for pets and their families. The program runs ten weeks with hands‑on training, starting with foundational grooming skills and progressing to productivity goals, while offering competitive pay and benefits in a supportive

Qualifications

• 0-1 year of animal-related experience preferred.
• Genuine passion for animals and grooming.

Responsibilities

• Under supervision, perform limited grooming services: bathing, drying, nail trimming, brushing, ear cleaning, gland cleaning.
• Ensure the safety and well‑being of every animal in the salon.
• Provide professional customer service to pet parents and maintain grooming records.
• Maintain a clean and safe grooming area and sanitize tools daily.

Education

Animal related experience (0-1 year)

Job description

Petco Animal Supplies, Inc. is seeking a Junior Pet Stylist in our grooming program. You will learn bathing, drying, brushing, nail trimming, ear cleaning, and gland cleaning under seasoned groomers.

This entry-level role focuses on safety, comfort, and customer service for pets and their families. The program runs ten weeks with hands‑on training, starting with foundational grooming skills and progressing to productivity goals, while offering competitive pay and benefits in a supportive