Pet Grooming Stylist — Grow Your Craft & Care

Petco; Muncy (Lycoming County); On-site; USD 28,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive base pay

Sign-On Bonus

Retention Bonus

Medical, dental, vision and more

401k and more

Paid Time Off

Petco Discounts

Supplies & equipment provided

Job summary

Petco is seeking a Pet Stylist Apprentice to provide professional grooming services for our customers' dogs and cats. You will bathe, dry, trim nails, and style coats while ensuring each pet's safety and comfort.

The role offers a pathway for growth within grooming leadership, with on-the-job training and a supportive team. Weekend, evenings, and holiday availability is required, and benefits include medical, dental, and Petco discounts.

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.

Responsibilities

• Provide professional grooming services including bathing, drying, brushing, haircuts and styling, nail trimming, ear cleaning, and gland cleaning.
• Operate and maintain grooming instruments, including clippers, blades, shears, brushes, and dryers.
• Prioritize safety and well‑being of every animal in the salon and report concerns to pet owners and store management.
• Maintain cleanliness and sanitation of the grooming area and tools per Petco policies.
• May train or supervise entry-level trainees in the absence of a Grooming Salon Leader.

Skills

Grooming skills

Creativity

Passion for animals

Education

Pet Stylist Apprentice program

High school diploma or GED preferred

Job description

Petco is seeking a Pet Stylist Apprentice to provide professional grooming services for our customers' dogs and cats. You will bathe, dry, trim nails, and style coats while ensuring each pet's safety and comfort.

The role offers a pathway for growth within grooming leadership, with on-the-job training and a supportive team. Weekend, evenings, and holiday availability is required, and benefits include medical, dental, and Petco discounts.