Pet Grooming Apprentice — 10‑Week Training Path

Petco; Whitehall (Lehigh County); On-site; USD 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive base pay

Medical, dental, and vision

401(k) plan

Paid Time Off

Petco Discounts

All necessary grooming supplies

State-of-the-art grooming equipment

Job summary

Petco in Whitehall, PA is seeking a Junior Pet Stylist for a 10-week training position. This role is designed to teach essential grooming skills, providing a career path in pet grooming.

Responsibilities include performing grooming services under supervision, ensuring animal safety, and interacting with pet parents. The ideal candidate should have some animal-related experience and a passion for working with pets. Petco offers competitive pay and various benefits including medical, dental, and discounts on pet supplies.

Qualifications

• 0–1 year of animal-related experience preferred.
• Basic understanding of dog breeds and grooming practices.
• Passion for animals and a desire to pursue pet grooming.

Responsibilities

• Perform limited grooming services under close supervision.
• Ensure the well-being and safety of every animal in the salon.
• Interact professionally with pet parents and provide customer service.

Skills

Animal-related experience

Effective communication skills

Customer service

Understanding of dog breeds

Education

High-school diploma or GED

Job description

Petco in Whitehall, PA is seeking a Junior Pet Stylist for a 10-week training position. This role is designed to teach essential grooming skills, providing a career path in pet grooming.

Responsibilities include performing grooming services under supervision, ensuring animal safety, and interacting with pet parents. The ideal candidate should have some animal-related experience and a passion for working with pets. Petco offers competitive pay and various benefits including medical, dental, and discounts on pet supplies.