Pet Groomer Pro: Competitive Pay, Sign-On Bonus & Benefits

Petco; Knoxville (TN); On-site; USD 28,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive base pay

$500 Sign-On Bonus

$1000 Retention Bonus

Medical, dental, vision

401k

Paid Time Off

Petco Discounts

Supplies & equipment provided

State of the art equipment

Career development & mentorship

Job summary

Petco is seeking a skilled Pet Stylist to deliver expert grooming services for our customers' pets, ensuring they look and feel their best. You will bathe, dry, cut and style coats while prioritizing safety and comfort.

We offer competitive base pay, sign-on and retention bonuses, medical/dental/vision, 401k, PTO, Petco Discounts, and opportunities for career growth such as grooming leadership and mentorship roles.

Qualifications

• Strong communication skills for interactions with pet parents and team members.
• Willingness to work weekends, evenings and holidays as required by the grooming schedule.
• Genuine passion for animals and desire to continue a grooming career.

Responsibilities

• 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 pet safety and well-being, monitor for discomfort or illness, and report concerns to owners and management.
• Assess coat type and temperament to tailor grooming approach.
• Interact with pet parents, provide customer service, and offer grooming recommendations.
• Educate owners on at-home care and grooming products for pet well-being.
• Maintain a clean, sanitized grooming area and tools per Petco policies.
• Follow grooming policies and standards to ensure quality and consistency.

Skills

Strong communication

Weekend/evening/holiday availability

Genuine passion for animals

Education

Pet Stylist Apprentice program or grooming experience

High school diploma or GED

Independent judgement & problem solving

Detail-oriented grooming standards

Job description

Petco is seeking a skilled Pet Stylist to deliver expert grooming services for our customers' pets, ensuring they look and feel their best. You will bathe, dry, cut and style coats while prioritizing safety and comfort.

We offer competitive base pay, sign-on and retention bonuses, medical/dental/vision, 401k, PTO, Petco Discounts, and opportunities for career growth such as grooming leadership and mentorship roles.