Pet Grooming Apprentice — Start Your Career

PETCO Animal Supplies Stores, Inc.; Windsor (CT); On-site; USD 17,000 - 22,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive base pay

Medical, dental, vision and more

401k and more

Paid Time Off

Petco Discounts

Supplies & equipment provided

Job summary

Petco Animal Supplies, Inc. is seeking a Junior Pet Stylist in Grooming who will start with a ten-week training program, learning bathing, drying, nail trimming, and other essential grooming tasks under experienced groomers.

You will gain hands-on experience, with guidance and a focus on safety and pet well-being, while supporting grooming operations and customer service for pet parents.

Qualifications

• 0-1 year of animal-related experience; shelter volunteering or pet sitting is preferred.
• High-school diploma or GED is preferred.
• Genuine passion for animals and a desire to pursue a career in pet grooming.
• Basic understanding of dog breeds, behavior, and common grooming practices.
• Capable of handling pets of all sizes and temperaments with care and empathy.
• Effective verbal and written communication skills for interactions with pet parents and grooming team.
• Availability to work weekends, evenings, and holidays, as required by Petco grooming schedule.

Responsibilities

• Under close supervision of experienced groomers, perform limited grooming services including bathing, drying, nail trimming, brushing, ear cleaning, and gland cleaning."
• Ensure the well-being and safety of every animal in the salon at all times.
• Interact professionally with pet parents, provide optimal customer service, address grooming inquiries and provide timely resolution.
• Maintain a clean and safe grooming area and salon, disinfect and sanitize tools, perform daily/weekly cleaning per Petco policies.
• Schedule grooming appointments, manage paperwork, and maintain grooming records.
• Learn and adhere to Petco’s grooming policies and guidelines to ensure safety, quality, and consistency.

Skills

Verbal communication

Written communication

Animal handling

Weekend availability

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

Petco Animal Supplies, Inc. is seeking a Junior Pet Stylist in Grooming who will start with a ten-week training program, learning bathing, drying, nail trimming, and other essential grooming tasks under experienced groomers.

You will gain hands-on experience, with guidance and a focus on safety and pet well-being, while supporting grooming operations and customer service for pet parents.