Pet Grooming Apprentice - Junior Stylist

Petco; Carson City (NV); On-site; USD 17,000 - 22,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive base pay

Medical, dental, vision

401k

Paid Time Off

Petco Discounts

Job summary

Petco is seeking a Junior Pet Stylist in Grooming to begin with a ten-week training period focused on foundational grooming tasks such as bathing, drying, brushing, and nail trimming under seasoned mentors.

During training, new hires gain hands-on experience and learn safety, client interaction, and grooming policies, while receiving competitive base pay and access to Petco discounts and benefits.

Qualifications

• 0-1 year of animal related experience, including shelter volunteering or pet sitting is preferred
• Genuine passion for animals and a desire to pursue a career in pet grooming
• Availability to work weekends, evenings, and holidays, as required by the Pet Care Center’s grooming schedule

Responsibilities

• Under close supervision of experienced groomers, perform limited grooming services including bathing, drying, nail trimming, brushing, ear cleaning, and gland cleaning according to the pet parents’ instructions and in adherence to company policies and procedures
• Ensure the well-being and safety of every animal in the salon at all times
• Interact professionally and effectively with pet parents, provide optimal customer service, address grooming related inquiries and provide timely resolution
• Maintain a clean and safe grooming area and salon, disinfect and sanitize grooming tools and equipment, perform daily and weekly cleaning duties in the salon and in adherence to Petco hygiene and sanitation policies
• Schedule grooming appointments, manage paperwork, and maintain accurate grooming records
• Learn and adhere to Petco’s grooming policies, standards, and guidelines to ensure safety, quality, and consistency in all activities and areas of the grooming business

Skills

Animal care

Grooming basics

Customer service

Communication

Education

High school diploma preferred

Job description

Petco is seeking a Junior Pet Stylist in Grooming to begin with a ten-week training period focused on foundational grooming tasks such as bathing, drying, brushing, and nail trimming under seasoned mentors.

During training, new hires gain hands-on experience and learn safety, client interaction, and grooming policies, while receiving competitive base pay and access to Petco discounts and benefits.