Pet Groomer: Expert Styling + Growth Opportunities

Petco; La Mesa (CA); On-site; USD 21,000 - 34,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Medical, dental, vision benefits

401(k) and more

Paid Time Off

Petco discounts

Supplies & equipment provided

State of the art equipment

Job summary

Petco is seeking a Pet Stylist to provide expert grooming services including baths, haircuts, nail trimming, and ear cleaning. You will prioritize the safety and well-being of pets while delivering top-rated customer service in a busy grooming salon.

You will work with a range of grooming tools, maintain a clean and safe area, and participate in ongoing grooming training and growth pathways such as a Grooming Salon Leader or Mentor role.

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 in grooming scenarios with some guidance.

Responsibilities

• Perform professional grooming services including bathing, drying, brushing, haircuts and styling, nail trimming, ear cleaning, and gland cleaning.
• Operate and maintain grooming tools and equipment such as clippers, blades, brushes, and dryers.
• Prioritize pet safety and comfort and deliver high customer satisfaction.
• Educate pet parents on grooming maintenance and at-home care.

Skills

Communication skills

Pet care passion

Dog breed knowledge

Grooming techniques

Customer service

Education

Pet Stylist Apprentice program

High-school diploma or GED

Tools

Clippers

Blades

Dryers

Brushes

Job description

Petco is seeking a Pet Stylist to provide expert grooming services including baths, haircuts, nail trimming, and ear cleaning. You will prioritize the safety and well-being of pets while delivering top-rated customer service in a busy grooming salon.

You will work with a range of grooming tools, maintain a clean and safe area, and participate in ongoing grooming training and growth pathways such as a Grooming Salon Leader or Mentor role.