Pet Grooming Pro: Expert Styling & Growth Path

Petco; Maryland; On-site; USD 21,000 - 32,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision

Paid Time Off

Petco Discounts

401k and more

Job summary

Petco is seeking a Pet Stylist to provide professional grooming services for dogs and other companion animals. You will deliver baths, trims, styling, and basic skincare while ensuring safety and comfort for every pet.

The role emphasizes customer service, attention to detail, and adherence to grooming standards. The position requires weekend and evening availability, strong communication with pet parents, and the ability to work with a team in a busy grooming salon.

Qualifications

• Successful completion of the Pet Stylist Apprentice program with Petco, or previous experience as a professional groomer and/or completion of a technical grooming training program
• High-school diploma or GED preferred, though not required
• Latitude for independent judgement and problem solving, using grooming skills and knowledge to solve problems in routine to moderately complex situations

Responsibilities

• Perform professional grooming services including bathing, drying, brushing, haircuts and styling, nail trimming, ear cleaning, and gland cleaning
• Operate and maintain grooming instruments like clippers, blades, shears, brushes, and dryers
• Maintain a clean and safe grooming area and salon, disinfect tools and equipment
• Educate pet parents on grooming maintenance and at-home care practices
• Train, support, and supervise entry-level trainees when needed

Skills

Grooming skills

Animal handling

Attention to detail

Professional communication

Weekend availability

Education

Pet Stylist Apprentice program

High-school diploma preferred

Technical grooming training

Tools

Grooming tools

Clippers & blades

Knowledge of breed cuts

Job description

Petco is seeking a Pet Stylist to provide professional grooming services for dogs and other companion animals. You will deliver baths, trims, styling, and basic skincare while ensuring safety and comfort for every pet.

The role emphasizes customer service, attention to detail, and adherence to grooming standards. The position requires weekend and evening availability, strong communication with pet parents, and the ability to work with a team in a busy grooming salon.