Professional Pet Groomer & Stylist — Full-Time Growth

Neolife Updates; New Jersey; On-site; USD 32,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Benefits including health insurance

Career development pathways

Grooming supplies provided

Job summary

Petco in Parsippany, NJ seeks a dedicated Groomer to provide professional grooming services, including bathing, drying, breed-specific cuts, nail trimming, and ear cleaning, prioritizing animal safety and comfort.

This full-time role requires working in a busy salon with opportunities for career growth such as Grooming Salon Leader or Instructor; experience through the Pet Stylist Apprentice program or equivalent is required, with weekend/evening availability expected.

Qualifications

• Must have completed the Pet Stylist Apprentice program or equivalent grooming experience.
• High school diploma or GED preferred but not required.
• Expert knowledge of various dog breeds, breed-specific cuts, and handling animals with empathy.

Responsibilities

• Perform professional grooming according to breed standards and company procedures.
• Operate and maintain clippers, blades, shears, brushes, and dryers.
• Monitor pets for discomfort, illness, or injury and report concerns.
• Evaluate needs based on coat type, skin conditions, and temperament.
• Maintain a sanitized salon by disinfecting tools and daily cleaning.
• Occasionally train and supervise entry-level groomer trainees.

Skills

Animal handling

Communication skills

Empathy

Teamwork

Education

Pet Stylist Apprentice program

High school diploma or GED (preferred)

Tools

Clippers

Blades

Brushes

Dryers

Job description

Petco in Parsippany, NJ seeks a dedicated Groomer to provide professional grooming services, including bathing, drying, breed-specific cuts, nail trimming, and ear cleaning, prioritizing animal safety and comfort.

This full-time role requires working in a busy salon with opportunities for career growth such as Grooming Salon Leader or Instructor; experience through the Pet Stylist Apprentice program or equivalent is required, with weekend/evening availability expected.