Part-Time Companion Animal Care Pro

Petco Animal Supplies, Inc.; Independence (MO); On-site; USD 22,000 - 28,000; Part time

Job summary

Petco Animal Supplies, Inc. is seeking a part-time Animal Care Specialist at our Independence, MO Pet Care Center. You will care for companion animals and aquatic life, support the sales floor, and help deliver excellent customer experiences.

You'll perform daily animal care tasks, maintain habitats, assist customers with product choices, and collaborate with team members to meet store goals. Flexible hours, welcoming environment, and opportunities to grow in pet-care roles are offered.

Qualifications

• Minimum 1 year of experience with companion animals and aquatic life.
• Strong knowledge of animal care, husbandry, and maintenance practices.
• Ability to educate others and communicate effectively.
• Strong customer service mindset with an aptitude for selling behaviors.
• Basic business, math, and inventory management skills.
• Strong organizational, interpersonal, and communication skills.
• High school diploma or GED preferred.
• Completion and ongoing maintenance of the Petco Animal Care Certification Program required.

Responsibilities

• Verify all animal care and maintenance tasks are completed according to established schedules.
• Perform routine housekeeping duties, including cleaning habitats and tanks, sweeping and mopping floors, dusting, and facing merchandise.
• Ensure compliance with all regulatory, operational, and safety standards.
• Process register transactions accurately and efficiently.
• Evaluate customer needs and escalate concerns to the Leader on Duty when appropriate.
• Support Omni-channel and in-store initiatives through consistent execution and customer engagement.

Skills

Animal care

Customer service

Inventory management

Communication

Basic math

Education

High school diploma or GED

Pet Care Certification Program

Job description

Petco Animal Supplies, Inc. is seeking a part-time Animal Care Specialist at our Independence, MO Pet Care Center. You will care for companion animals and aquatic life, support the sales floor, and help deliver excellent customer experiences.

You'll perform daily animal care tasks, maintain habitats, assist customers with product choices, and collaborate with team members to meet store goals. Flexible hours, welcoming environment, and opportunities to grow in pet-care roles are offered.