Pet Grooming Apprentice - Junior Pet Stylist

Petco; Whitehall (Lehigh County); On-site; USD 17,000 - 22,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive base pay

Medical, dental, vision

401k and more

Paid Time Off

Petco Discounts

Grooming supplies provided

State of the art equipment

Job summary

Petco seeks a Junior Pet Stylist to start a grooming career. Begin with a ten‑week training program covering bathing, drying, nails, and brushing under seasoned groomers. You’ll gain hands‑on experience while being guided by experienced mentors in a supportive grooming environment.

Earn competitive base pay and access benefits such as medical/dental/vision, 401k, PTO, and Petco discounts. Weekend availability is encouraged, with opportunities for growth within Petco Grooming.

Qualifications

• 0-1 year of animal-related experience or volunteering preferred.
• High-school diploma or GED preferred.
• Genuine passion for animals and grooming basics.

Responsibilities

• Perform limited grooming tasks: bathing, drying, nail trimming, brushing.
• Ensure the safety and well-being of every animal in the salon.
• Interact with pet parents to provide excellent customer service.
• Maintain a clean, sanitized grooming area and tools.
• Schedule appointments and maintain grooming records.
• Learn Petco grooming policies and standards.

Skills

Animal care basics

Customer service

Ability to work weekends

Education

High-school diploma or GED

Tools

Grooming tools

Job description

Petco seeks a Junior Pet Stylist to start a grooming career. Begin with a ten‑week training program covering bathing, drying, nails, and brushing under seasoned groomers. You’ll gain hands‑on experience while being guided by experienced mentors in a supportive grooming environment.

Earn competitive base pay and access benefits such as medical/dental/vision, 401k, PTO, and Petco discounts. Weekend availability is encouraged, with opportunities for growth within Petco Grooming.