Junior Pet Stylist: Training & Growth in Grooming

Petco; Harrisburg (Dauphin County); On-site; USD 17,000 - 22,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Medical/dental/vision

401k

Paid time off

Petco Discounts

Grooming supplies provided

State-of-the-art equipment

Job summary

Petco is seeking a Junior Pet Stylist in Grooming to begin their grooming journey. The role includes learning basic grooming tasks during a 10-week training, guided by experienced groomers, to build essential skills and a foundation for a long-term career with Petco Grooming.

The program emphasizes training, development, and career growth, with competitive base pay, comprehensive benefits, and pet discount programs. Opportunities exist across Petco stores and grooming centers nationwide.

Qualifications

• 0-1 year animal-related experience or grooming salon exposure.
• High-school diploma or GED preferred.
• Genuine passion for animals.
• Basic understanding of dog breeds and grooming practices.
• Availability 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.

Skills

Animal care

Communication skills

Customer service

Weekend availability

Education

High-school diploma or GED

Job description

Petco is seeking a Junior Pet Stylist in Grooming to begin their grooming journey. The role includes learning basic grooming tasks during a 10-week training, guided by experienced groomers, to build essential skills and a foundation for a long-term career with Petco Grooming.

The program emphasizes training, development, and career growth, with competitive base pay, comprehensive benefits, and pet discount programs. Opportunities exist across Petco stores and grooming centers nationwide.