Pet Groomer - Craft Stunning Looks & Happy Pets

Petco Animal Supplies, Inc.; Citrus Heights (CA); On-site; USD 21,000 - 34,000; 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 & equipment

Job summary

Petco Animal Supplies, Inc. is seeking a dedicated Pet Stylist to provide expert grooming services for customers' pets, ensuring top-quality care and client satisfaction. You will handle bathing, trimming, styling, and safety checks while working in a fast-paced grooming salon environment.

This role emphasizes attention to detail, compassion for animals, and ongoing development through grooming leadership and mentor opportunities within the Grooming Salon. Weekend availability is required.

Qualifications

• Successful completion of the Pet Stylist Apprentice program with Petco or equivalent grooming training.
• High-school diploma or GED preferred.
• Latitude for independent judgement and problem solving in routine to moderately complex situations.

Responsibilities

• Perform professional grooming: bathing, drying, brushing, haircuts and styling, nail trimming, ear cleaning, and gland cleaning.
• Operate and maintain grooming instruments such as clippers, blades, and dryers.
• Prioritize pet safety and well-being and report concerns to owners and store management.
• Educate and advise pet parents on grooming maintenance and at-home care.

Skills

Grooming skills

Creativity

Passion for animals

Attention to detail

Verbal communication

Written communication

Weekend availability

Education

Pet Stylist Apprentice program

High-school diploma or GED preferred

Job description

Petco Animal Supplies, Inc. is seeking a dedicated Pet Stylist to provide expert grooming services for customers' pets, ensuring top-quality care and client satisfaction. You will handle bathing, trimming, styling, and safety checks while working in a fast-paced grooming salon environment.

This role emphasizes attention to detail, compassion for animals, and ongoing development through grooming leadership and mentor opportunities within the Grooming Salon. Weekend availability is required.