Pet Stylist: Expert Groomer & Pet Care Pro

PETCO Animal Supplies Stores, Inc.; Prince Frederick (MD); On-site; USD 21,000 - 32,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive base pay

Medical, dental, vision benefits

401k and more

Paid Time Off

Petco Discounts

Grooming supplies provided

Job summary

Petco Animal Supplies Stores, Inc. is seeking a Pet Stylist to provide professional grooming services for our clients’ pets. You will perform bathing, drying, brushing, haircuts, nail trimming, ear cleaning, and related grooming tasks with a focus on safety and pet welfare.

The role offers competitive base pay, benefits, 401k, PTO, and Petco discounts. Weekend, evening, and holiday hours may be required to meet store needs.

Qualifications

• Successful completion of the Pet Stylist Apprentice program with Petco, or previous professional grooming experience.
• High-school diploma or GED preferred.
• Latitude for independent judgement and problem solving in grooming tasks.

Responsibilities

• Perform professional grooming services: bathing, drying, brushing, haircuts and styling, nail trimming, ear cleaning, and gland cleaning.
• Operate and maintain grooming instruments and equipment.
• Ensure pet safety and comfort and high customer satisfaction.
• Educate pet parents on grooming maintenance and at-home care.
• Train, support or supervise entry-level trainees when needed.

Skills

Communication skills

Customer service

Animal care

Grooming techniques

Education

Pet Stylist Apprentice program

High-school diploma or GED

Tools

Grooming clippers

Grooming blades

Brushes

Nail trimmers

Job description

Petco Animal Supplies Stores, Inc. is seeking a Pet Stylist to provide professional grooming services for our clients’ pets. You will perform bathing, drying, brushing, haircuts, nail trimming, ear cleaning, and related grooming tasks with a focus on safety and pet welfare.

The role offers competitive base pay, benefits, 401k, PTO, and Petco discounts. Weekend, evening, and holiday hours may be required to meet store needs.