Petco
Petco Grooming Career
Begin your Petco journey as a Junior Pet Stylist in Grooming. During this ten‑week training period you will learn fundamental grooming tasks such as brushing, bathing, drying, cutting nails, and more.
In addition to continuous training, development and career growth, we also offer:
Competitive base pay
Medical, dental, vision and more
401k and more
Paid Time Off
Petco Discounts
All the supplies & equipment you need, including brushes, nail trimmers, clippers, blades, shampoo, sprays, tools, etc.
State of the art equipment, including bathing system, kennels, tables, and dryers
Purpose The Junior Pet Stylist’s primary purpose is to learn how to perform services such as bathing, drying, brushing, nail trimming, ear cleaning, and gland cleaning, while ensuring the comfort, safety, and well‑being of the pets in our care.
Essential Job Functions
Under close supervision of experienced groomers, perform limited grooming services including bathing, drying, nail trimming, brushing, ear cleaning, and gland cleaning.
Ensure the well‑being and safety of every animal in the salon at all times.
Interact professionally and effectively with pet parents, provide optimal customer service.
Maintain a clean and safe grooming area and salon, disinfect and sanitize grooming tools and equipment, perform daily and weekly cleaning duties.
Schedule grooming appointments, manage paperwork, and maintain accurate grooming records.
Learn and adhere to Petco's grooming policies, standards, and guidelines.
Training Program Outline
Weeks 1-3: Learning and On-the-Job Training – learn dog behavior, pet and self‑safety, proper check‑in/out procedures, customer service, grooming policies, and begin on‑the‑job training in bathing and drying techniques.
Weeks 4-10: Performing and Achieving Productivity – perform bathing and walk‑in services while achieving weekly productivity goals.
Education / Experience
0-1 year of animal‑related experience, including shelter volunteering or pet sitting; prior grooming salon assistance is preferred.
High‑school diploma or GED is preferred, though not required.
Genuine passion for animals and a desire to pursue a career in pet grooming.
Basic understanding of dog breeds, behavior, and common grooming practices.
Capable of handling pets of all sizes and temperaments with care and empathy.
Effective verbal and written communication skills for interactions with pet parents and grooming team members.
Availability to work weekends, evenings, and holidays, as required by the Pet Care Center’s grooming schedule.
Work Environment The majority of job duties are conducted indoors in the grooming salon. Position requires bending, kneeling, lifting (up to 30 pounds, as necessary) and standing for long periods of time. Position may require exposure to heights using a two‑step ladder or other support tools.
Qualified applications with arrest or conviction records will be considered for employment in accordance with the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers and the California Fair Chance Act.
Salary Range:
$10.00 - $16.00 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 https://careers.petco.com/us/en/key-benefits.
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.
Seniority level
Internship
Employment type
Part‑time
Job function
Other
Industries
Retail
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In addition to continuous training, development and career growth, we also offer:
Competitive base pay
Medical, dental, vision and more
401k and more
Paid Time Off
Petco Discounts
All the supplies & equipment you need, including brushes, nail trimmers, clippers, blades, shampoo, sprays, tools, etc.
State of the art equipment, including bathing system, kennels, tables, and dryers
Purpose The Junior Pet Stylist’s primary purpose is to learn how to perform services such as bathing, drying, brushing, nail trimming, ear cleaning, and gland cleaning, while ensuring the comfort, safety, and well‑being of the pets in our care.
Essential Job Functions
Under close supervision of experienced groomers, perform limited grooming services including bathing, drying, nail trimming, brushing, ear cleaning, and gland cleaning.
Ensure the well‑being and safety of every animal in the salon at all times.
Interact professionally and effectively with pet parents, provide optimal customer service.
Maintain a clean and safe grooming area and salon, disinfect and sanitize grooming tools and equipment, perform daily and weekly cleaning duties.
Schedule grooming appointments, manage paperwork, and maintain accurate grooming records.
Learn and adhere to Petco's grooming policies, standards, and guidelines.
Training Program Outline
Weeks 1-3: Learning and On-the-Job Training – learn dog behavior, pet and self‑safety, proper check‑in/out procedures, customer service, grooming policies, and begin on‑the‑job training in bathing and drying techniques.
Weeks 4-10: Performing and Achieving Productivity – perform bathing and walk‑in services while achieving weekly productivity goals.
Education / Experience
0-1 year of animal‑related experience, including shelter volunteering or pet sitting; prior grooming salon assistance is preferred.
High‑school diploma or GED is preferred, though not required.
Genuine passion for animals and a desire to pursue a career in pet grooming.
Basic understanding of dog breeds, behavior, and common grooming practices.
Capable of handling pets of all sizes and temperaments with care and empathy.
Effective verbal and written communication skills for interactions with pet parents and grooming team members.
Availability to work weekends, evenings, and holidays, as required by the Pet Care Center’s grooming schedule.
Work Environment The majority of job duties are conducted indoors in the grooming salon. Position requires bending, kneeling, lifting (up to 30 pounds, as necessary) and standing for long periods of time. Position may require exposure to heights using a two‑step ladder or other support tools.
Qualified applications with arrest or conviction records will be considered for employment in accordance with the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers and the California Fair Chance Act.
Salary Range:
$10.00 - $16.00 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 https://careers.petco.com/us/en/key-benefits.
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.
Seniority level
Internship
Employment type
Part‑time
Job function
Other
Industries
Retail
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