Pet Stylist: Craft Beautiful Grooming & Care

Petco; Tyler (TX); On-site; USD 17,000 - 25,000; 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 is hiring a Pet Stylist to provide expert grooming services, including bathing, drying, brushing, cuts, and nail care. You will ensure pets are safe, comfortable, and well cared for while delivering top-notch customer service to pet parents.

The role requires strong grooming skills, knowledge of breed standards, and the ability to work weekends and evenings. A Pet Stylist Apprentice program with Petco or prior grooming experience is preferred, with opportunities for growth into leadership

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.
• Ability to problem-solve with some guidance from leadership.
• Results-driven with commitment to productivity and ownership of the grooming role.
• Strong attention to detail to ensure high grooming standards.
• Genuine passion for animals and desire to build a grooming career.
• Knowledge of dog breeds, grooming requirements, and behaviors.
• Proficiency in breed-specific cuts, styling, and grooming standards.
• Strong verbal and written communication for interactions with pet parents and team.
• Capable of handling pets of all sizes and temperaments with care.
• Availability to work weekends, evenings, and holidays as required.

Responsibilities

• Perform professional grooming services including bathing, drying, brushing, haircuts and styling, nail trimming, ear cleaning, and gland cleaning.
• Operate and maintain grooming instruments (clippers, blades, shears, brushes, dryers).
• Prioritize safety and well-being of every animal in the salon and report concerns.
• Evaluate each pet's needs based on coat type, skin conditions, and temperament.
• Interact professionally with pet parents, provide grooming recommendations and answer questions.
• Provide at-home grooming maintenance guidance to pet parents.
• Maintain a clean, safe grooming area; disinfect tools and equipment; assist with cleaning tasks as assigned.
• Follow Petco grooming policies to ensure safety, quality, and consistency.
• May train or supervise entry-level trainees in the absence of a Grooming Salon Leader.

Skills

Grooming skills

Creativity

Passion for animals

Communication

Education

Pet Stylist Apprentice program (Petco)

Professional groomer experience

Job description

Petco is hiring a Pet Stylist to provide expert grooming services, including bathing, drying, brushing, cuts, and nail care. You will ensure pets are safe, comfortable, and well cared for while delivering top-notch customer service to pet parents.

The role requires strong grooming skills, knowledge of breed standards, and the ability to work weekends and evenings. A Pet Stylist Apprentice program with Petco or prior grooming experience is preferred, with opportunities for growth into leadership