Overview
Create a healthier, brighter future for pets, pet parents and people!
If you want to make a real difference, create an exciting career path, feel welcome to be your whole self and nurture your wellbeing, Petco is the place for you.
Our core values capture that spirit as we work to improve lives by doing what’s right for pets, people and our planet.
- We love all pets like our own
- We’re the future of the pet industry
- We’re here to improve lives
- We drive outstanding results together
- We’re welcome as we are
Petco is a category-defining health and wellness company focused on improving the lives of pets, pet parents and Petco partners. We are 29,000 strong and operate 1,500+ pet care centers in the U.S., Mexico and Puerto Rico, including 250+ Vetco Total Care hospitals, hundreds of preventive care clinics and eight distribution centers. We’re focused on purpose-driven work, and strongly believe what’s good for pets, people and our planet is good for Petco.
Responsibilities
- Be responsible for the maintenance and inventory across the entire Pet Care Center.
- Ensure merchandise is properly stocked, priced, and displayed to create a great presentation for our guests.
- Process register transactions in a way that creates a great experience for each guest.
- Be proficient within our selling model and support guest interactions as needed.
- Have a strong interest in animal welfare and support animal care procedures to maintain pet health.
- Complete and apply training programs to maintain a high level of expertise of their role.
- Promote a positive culture of teamwork, inclusion, and collaboration.
- Adhere to established operational guidelines, policies, and procedures.
- Complete other duties and special projects as assigned.
- Evaluate guest inquiries and refers to the Leader on Duty as needed.
Other Essential Duties
- UTILIZE SELLING BEHAVIORS: You’re the key to providing an amazing guest experience within our Pet Care Locations. Utilizing the behaviors within our Sales Model is critical to being able to identify and solve for their needs both today and in the future.
- CONTRIBUTE TO A SAFE ENVIRONMENT: You’ll be empowered through our training programs to maintain our safety protocols. Bottom line, the safety of partners, guests and pets is our #1 priority.
- BE A PART OF A COLLABORATIVE CULTURE: Being a great teammate is key to creating a culture that is centered around solving for the health and wellness needs of pets.
- ENGAGE IN YOUR CAREER: As you develop your skills and knowledge, you will have the opportunity to participate in developmental programs to support your continued growth throughout your career.
Basic Qualifications
- Minimum high school diploma (or equivalency such as GED) or the equivalent work experience.
- Proficiency in mathematics and above-average communication skills.
- Genuine interest in animals and their care, with a professional appearance and demeanor.
- Good interpersonal and verbal communication skills for interaction with the public and team members.
Education/Skills
In addition to a high school diploma or its equivalent (GED), an applicant must be able to demonstrate proficiency in mathematics and basic accounting relationships and exhibit exceptional communication skills.
Supervisory Responsibility
- None
Work Environment
The majority of job duties are indoors. Some activities may require leaving the store briefly for merchandise handling. The role involves bending, kneeling, moving merchandise (up to 50 pounds), and standing for long periods. A flexible schedule including evenings and weekends is required to meet store needs.
Equal Opportunity Employer
Petco Animal Supplies, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, age, protected veteran status, or any other protected classification.
Qualified applications with arrest or conviction records will be considered for employment in accordance with applicable fair chance ordinances and laws.
Compensation
The pay ranges outlined below are presented in accordance with state-specific regulations. These ranges may differ in other areas and could be subject to variation based on regulatory minimum wage requirements. Actual pay rates will depend on factors such as position, location, level of experience, and applicable state or local minimum wage laws. If the regulatory minimum wage exceeds the minimum indicated in the pay range below, the regulatory minimum wage will be the minimum rate applied.
$16.00 - $22.00
Starting Rate: $16.50 per hour. Hourly or salary range will be reflected above. For a more detailed overview of Petco Total Rewards, including health and financial benefits, 401K, incentives, and PTO, see the official careers site.