Pet Groomer — Competitive Pay & Career Growth

PETCO Animal Supplies Stores, Inc.; Glastonbury (CT); On-site; USD 19,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive base pay

Medical, dental, vision and more

401k and more

Paid Time Off

Petco Discounts

All grooming supplies and equipment

Job summary

Petco Animal Supplies Stores, Inc. in Glastonbury, CT is seeking a professional Pet Stylist to deliver expert grooming services for dogs. You will bathe, trim coats, clip nails, and ensure pets are safe and comfortable while providing friendly service to pet parents.

This role requires completion of the Pet Stylist Apprentice program or proven grooming experience. Weekend, evening, and holiday hours are required.

Qualifications

• Pet Stylist Apprentice program or professional grooming experience.
• High-school diploma or GED preferred.
• Willingness to work weekends, evenings, and holidays.

Responsibilities

• Perform professional grooming: bathing, drying, brushing, haircuts, styling, nail trimming, ear cleaning, and gland cleaning.
• Operate and maintain grooming tools: clippers, blades, shears, brushes, dryers.
• Prioritize pet safety and comfort and communicate with pet parents.
• Educate pet parents on at-home grooming maintenance.
• Maintain a clean, safe grooming area and follow hygiene policies.
• Assist and train entry-level trainees when needed.

Skills

Grooming skills

Customer service

Communication

Problem solving

Mentoring other staff

Education

Pet Stylist Apprentice program

Professional grooming experience

High-school diploma preferred

Tools

Clippers

Blades

Shears

Brushes

Dryers

Job description

Petco Animal Supplies Stores, Inc. in Glastonbury, CT is seeking a professional Pet Stylist to deliver expert grooming services for dogs. You will bathe, trim coats, clip nails, and ensure pets are safe and comfortable while providing friendly service to pet parents.

This role requires completion of the Pet Stylist Apprentice program or proven grooming experience. Weekend, evening, and holiday hours are required.