Professional Pet Stylist — Grooming Expert

PETCO Animal Supplies Stores, Inc.; Atwater (CA); On-site; USD 21,000 - 34,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive base pay

Petco Discounts

Paid Time Off

401k

Job summary

Petco Animal Supplies Stores, Inc. in California is hiring a Pet Stylist to provide professional grooming services for dogs and cats, delivering high-quality care and customer service.

You will work under supervision, maintain a clean salon, use clippers, blades, brushes, and dryers, and help pet parents with at-home grooming tips; weekend/evening availability required. You will join a team focused on animal wellbeing, growth opportunities, and serving pets and their families with compassion and

Qualifications

• Completion of the Pet Stylist Apprentice program or equivalent grooming training.
• High-school diploma or GED preferred.
• Strong attention to detail and passion for animal care.
• Ability to communicate well with pet parents and team members.

Responsibilities

• Perform professional grooming services (bathing, drying, brushing, haircuts, nail trimming, ear cleaning, gland cleaning).
• Operate grooming tools and maintain equipment.
• Prioritize animal safety and comfort; monitor pets for distress.
• Interact with pet parents and provide grooming recommendations.
• Maintain a clean, sanitized grooming area following policies.
• Support and train trainees when needed.

Skills

Grooming expertise

Attention to detail

Customer service

Communication skills

Education

Pet Stylist Apprentice program

High-school diploma or GED

Tools

Clippers & blades

Job description

Petco Animal Supplies Stores, Inc. in California is hiring a Pet Stylist to provide professional grooming services for dogs and cats, delivering high-quality care and customer service.

You will work under supervision, maintain a clean salon, use clippers, blades, brushes, and dryers, and help pet parents with at-home grooming tips; weekend/evening availability required. You will join a team focused on animal wellbeing, growth opportunities, and serving pets and their families with compassion and