Professional Pet Stylist – Expert Grooming

PETCO Animal Supplies Stores, Inc.; DuBois (Clearfield County); On-site; USD 18,000 - 26,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Health/dental/vision coverage

401k and more

Paid time off

Petco discounts

Grooming supplies provided

Job summary

Petco Animal Supplies, Inc. is seeking a professional Pet Stylist to deliver expert grooming services for our customers' pets. You will bath, dry, trim coats, and style according to breed standards while prioritizing safety and comfort.

Join a team that values pet welfare, offers growth opportunities, and a supportive work environment. Weekend, evenings, and holiday availability is required to meet grooming schedules.

Qualifications

• Successful completion of the Pet Stylist Apprentice program with Petco, or equivalent grooming training.
• High-school diploma or GED preferred.
• Availability to work weekends, evenings, and holidays as required by the grooming schedule.
• Strong attention to detail and animal handling skills.

Responsibilities

• Perform professional grooming services including bathing, drying, brushing, haircuts and styling, nail trimming, ear cleaning, and gland cleaning.
• Operate and maintain grooming instruments such as clippers, blades, shears, brushes, and dryers.
• Prioritize the safety and well-being of every animal in the salon and report concerns to owners and management.
• Interact professionally with pet parents, provide grooming recommendations, and resolve questions or concerns.
• May train, support, and supervise entry-level trainees in the absence of a grooming salon leader.

Skills

Excellent customer service

Strong verbal and writtencommunication

Animal handling

Attention to detail

Education

Pet Stylist Apprentice program

High-school diploma or GED

Tools

Grooming tools (clippers, blades, shears, brushes, dryers)

Job description

Petco Animal Supplies, Inc. is seeking a professional Pet Stylist to deliver expert grooming services for our customers' pets. You will bath, dry, trim coats, and style according to breed standards while prioritizing safety and comfort.

Join a team that values pet welfare, offers growth opportunities, and a supportive work environment. Weekend, evenings, and holiday availability is required to meet grooming schedules.