Junior Pet Stylist: Start Your Grooming Career

Petco; Waterbury (CT); On-site; USD 17,000 - 25,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive base pay

Petco Discounts

Paid Time Off

Job summary

Petco is seeking a Junior Pet Stylist to begin a grooming career. You will learn bathing, drying, brushing, and basic grooming under seasoned groomers, while ensuring pet safety and delivering friendly customer service.

The program includes hands-on training, with opportunities for growth and a competitive base pay, benefits, and Petco discounts. Ideal candidates have 0-1 year animal experience, a high school diploma (preferred), and a passion for animals.

Qualifications

• 0-1 year of animal related experience (e.g., shelter volunteering, pet sitting)
• High-school diploma or GED is preferred
• Genuine passion for animals and desire to pursue a grooming career
• Basic understanding of dog breeds, behavior, and common grooming practices
• Capable of handling pets of all sizes with care and empathy
• Effective verbal and written communication skills for interactions with pet parents and staff
• Availability to work weekends, evenings, and holidays as required

Responsibilities

• Under supervision, perform limited grooming services: bathing, drying, nail trimming, brushing, ear cleaning, gland cleaning as instructed by groomers
• 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/equipment
• Schedule grooming appointments and maintain accurate records
• Follow Petco grooming policies and guidelines to ensure safety and quality

Skills

Animal handling

Customer service

Grooming basics

Education

High school diploma (or GED)

Job description

Petco is seeking a Junior Pet Stylist to begin a grooming career. You will learn bathing, drying, brushing, and basic grooming under seasoned groomers, while ensuring pet safety and delivering friendly customer service.

The program includes hands-on training, with opportunities for growth and a competitive base pay, benefits, and Petco discounts. Ideal candidates have 0-1 year animal experience, a high school diploma (preferred), and a passion for animals.