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Groomer

Petco, San Jose, California, United States, 95199

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Petco . 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

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

Your Petco Grooming Career As a Pet Stylist at Petco, you will provide professional grooming services to valued customers’ pets, ensuring each pet receives exceptional care and looks and feels their best.

Skills & Benefits

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

Career development and growth opportunities, such as a Grooming Salon Leader, Grooming Mentor and Grooming Instructor

Purpose The Pet Stylist’s primary purpose is to perform expert-level professional grooming services—bathing, drying, brushing, haircuts and styling, nail trimming, ear cleaning, gland cleaning—prioritizing the safety, comfort, and well‑being of each pet and delivering high customer satisfaction to pet parents. Additional tasks may be assigned by the Grooming Salon Leader, Solutions Manager or Store General Manager.

Essential Job Functions

Under moderate to limited supervision, perform professional grooming services per pet parent instructions, adhering to breed standards and company policies.

Operate and maintain grooming instruments, including clippers, blades, shears, brushes, and dryers.

Prioritize pet wellbeing, monitor for discomfort, illness or injury, and report concerns promptly.

Assess individual pet needs considering coat type, skin conditions, temperament.

Inter‑act professionally with pet parents, address inquiries, provide recommendations and resolve questions.

Educate pet parents on grooming maintenance and at‑home care to promote pet wellbeing.

Maintain a clean and safe grooming area and salon; disinfect, sanitize tools and perform cleaning duties daily and weekly per Petco hygiene policy.

Apply knowledge of grooming policies, standards and guidelines to ensure safety, quality and consistency across the salon.

May train, support and supervise entry‑level trainees in absence of a Grooming Salon Leader.

Education / Experience

Successful completion of the Pet Stylist Apprentice program with Petco, or previous experience as a professional groomer and/or completion of a technical grooming training program.

High‑school diploma or GED preferred, though not required.

Independent judgement and problem‑solving in routine to moderately complex grooming tasks.

Results‑driven with commitment to productivity, performance and ownership of role.

Strong attention to detail and commitment to high standards.

Passionate about animals and desire to continue a career in pet grooming.

Expert knowledge of dog breeds, grooming requirements, common health issues and behaviors.

High proficiency in breed‑specific cuts, styling techniques, and grooming standards.

Strong verbal and written communication skills for pet parent and team interactions.

Ability to handle pets of all sizes and temperaments with care and empathy.

Availability to work weekends, evenings and holidays as required by the grooming schedule.

Work Environment The majority of duties are conducted indoors in the grooming salon. The position requires bending, kneeling, lifting (up to 30 lbs as necessary) and standing for extended periods. Exposure to heights with a ladder or vacuum may occur. The environment can be noisy and wet. Direct contact with pet parents and dogs is a significant portion of the role.

Salary Range Hourly: $15.00 – $22.50

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.

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