Pet Grooming Stylist - Competitive Pay & Benefits

Petco; Hagerstown (MD); On-site; USD 21,000 - 32,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Health benefits

401K

Paid Time Off

Petco discounts

Job summary

Petco seeks a skilled Pet Stylist to provide professional grooming services for our customers' dogs and cats. You will bathe, dry, trim and style with care, while prioritizing pet safety and customer satisfaction.

With access to state-of-the-art grooming equipment and ongoing growth opportunities, you’ll help pets look their best and support pet parents through guidance on at-home care. Weekend availability is required.

Qualifications

• Successful completion of Pet Stylist Apprentice program with Petco or equivalent grooming training.
• High school diploma or GED preferred.
• Strong detail orientation and a passion for animal care.

Responsibilities

• Perform professional grooming including bathing, drying, brushing, haircuts and styling per client instructions.
• Operate and maintain grooming tools such as clippers, blades, shears and dryers.
• Prioritize pet safety and report concerns to owners and management.
• Educate pet parents on at-home grooming maintenance and care.
• Train or supervise entry-level trainees when needed.
• Maintain a clean, sanitary grooming area in compliance with policies.

Skills

Grooming skills

Customer service

Attention to detail

Education

Pet Stylist Apprentice program

Tools

Clippers

Blades

Nail trimmers

Brushes

Job description

Petco seeks a skilled Pet Stylist to provide professional grooming services for our customers' dogs and cats. You will bathe, dry, trim and style with care, while prioritizing pet safety and customer satisfaction.

With access to state-of-the-art grooming equipment and ongoing growth opportunities, you’ll help pets look their best and support pet parents through guidance on at-home care. Weekend availability is required.