Pet Groomer: Create Beautiful, Happy Pets

Petco; Fox Crossing (WI); On-site; USD 19,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Medical, dental, vision and more

401k and more

Paid Time Off

Petco Discounts

Supplies provided and equipment

Job summary

Petco is seeking a dedicated Pet Stylist to deliver expert grooming services, ensuring each pet leaves looking and feeling their best. You will work under guidance to perform baths, cuts, nail trims, and more, while maintaining a clean, safe salon.

The role emphasizes safety, animal welfare, and excellent customer communication. Ideal candidates have completed the Pet Stylist Apprentice program or have grooming experience, with strong attention to detail and a genuine love for animals.

Qualifications

• Successful completion of the Pet Stylist Apprentice program with Petco, or previous experience as a professional groomer and/or completion of a technical grooming training program
• High-school diploma or GED preferred, though not required
• Latitude for independent judgement and problem solving, using grooming skills to solve problems in routine to moderately complex situations with some guidance from leadership
• Results-driven with commitment to productivity, performance, and ownership of role in the grooming salon
• Strong attention to detail, ensuring grooming services are executed accurately and to the highest standards
• Genuine passion for animals with a desire to continue a career in pet grooming
• Expert knowledge of various dog breeds, grooming requirements, and behaviors
• High level of proficiency in breed-specific cuts, styling techniques, and grooming standards
• Strong verbal and written communication skills for interactions with pet parents and grooming team members
• Capable of handling pets of all sizes and temperaments with care and empathy
• Available to work weekends, evenings, and holidays as required by the grooming schedule

Responsibilities

• Under supervision, perform professional grooming services including bathing, drying, brushing, haircuts and styling, nail trimming, ear cleaning, and gland cleaning
• Operate and maintain grooming instruments such as clippers, blades, shears, brushes, and dryers
• Prioritize the safety and well-being of every animal and report concerns to owners and management
• Interact professionally with pet parents, provide grooming recommendations, and resolve questions or concerns
• Educate pet parents on home grooming maintenance and products
• Maintain a clean and safe grooming area, sanitize tools, and perform cleaning duties as required
• Follow Petco grooming policies and standards to ensure safety, quality, and consistency
• May train or supervise entry-level trainees when the Grooming Salon Leader is absent

Skills

Professional grooming

Communication skills

Attention to detail

Animal handling

Education

Petco Apprentice program

High-school diploma or GED

Tools

Grooming tools

Job description

Petco is seeking a dedicated Pet Stylist to deliver expert grooming services, ensuring each pet leaves looking and feeling their best. You will work under guidance to perform baths, cuts, nail trims, and more, while maintaining a clean, safe salon.

The role emphasizes safety, animal welfare, and excellent customer communication. Ideal candidates have completed the Pet Stylist Apprentice program or have grooming experience, with strong attention to detail and a genuine love for animals.