Groomer

Core Values

• Pet First - Protect & Empower. All pets should Live their Best Life. We put the needs of pets and pet parents at the center of everything we do.
• Foster the Fun - Connect & Bond. Our Passion for pets brings us together! We celebrate the journey of pet parenthood through district experiences, products, and services.
• Let’s Go! Own & Commit. We are stronger as One Petco team. We bring our unique superpowers and champion authenticity in everyone to drive success.

We’re proud to be "where the pets go" to find everything they need to live their best lives for more than 60 years – from their favorite meals and toys, to trusted supplies and expert support from people who get it, because we live it. We believe in the universal truths of pet parenthood – the boundless boops, missing slippers, late‑night zoomies and everything in between.

And we’re here for it. Every tail wag, every vet visit, every step of the way. We are 29,000+ strong and together we nurture the pet‑human bond in more than 1,500 Petco stores across the U.S., Mexico and Puerto Rico,
250+ Vetco Total Care hospitals, hundreds of preventive care clinics and eight distribution centers. In 1999, we founded Petco Love. Together, we support thousands of local animal welfare groups nationwide and have helped find homes for approximately 7 million animals through in‑store adoption events.

The Pet Stylist’s primary purpose is to perform expert‑level professional grooming services, including bathing, drying, brushing, haircuts and styling, nail trimming, ear cleaning and gland cleaning. The Pet Stylist is responsible for prioritizing the safety, comfort and well‑being of the pets in our care and delivering a high level of customer satisfaction and customer service to pet parents. The Pet Stylist may be required to complete additional tasks as assigned by the Grooming Salon Leader, Solutions Manager or Store General Manager.

This is an excellent opportunity for groomers with proven technical experience to grow their expertise and productivity.

• Perform professional grooming services under moderate supervision, including bathing, drying, brushing, haircuts, nail trimming, ear cleaning and gland cleaning, in accordance with pet parent instructions and company policies.
• Operate and maintain grooming instruments such as clippers, blades, shears, brushes and dryers.
• Prioritize the well‑being and safety of every animal; monitor pets for signs of discomfort, illness or injury and report concerns to pet owners and store management.
• Evaluate each pet’s needs considering coat type, skin conditions and temperament.
• Interact professionally with pet parents, provide optimal customer service, address grooming‑related inquiries, give recommendations and resolve questions or concerns.
• Educate pet parents on grooming maintenance and at‑home care practices and products.
• Maintain a clean and safe grooming area; disinfect and sanitize tools and equipment, and perform daily and weekly cleaning duties in accordance with Petco hygiene and sanitation policies.
• Apply knowledge of Petco’s grooming policies, standards and guidelines to ensure safety, quality and consistency in all activities and levels of the grooming business.
• Supervise entry‑level trainees when a Grooming Salon Leader is absent.

• 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.
• Strong independent judgment and problem‑solving skills in routine to moderately complex grooming situations.
• Results‑driven with commitment to productivity and ownership of role in the grooming salon.
• Strong attention to detail, ensuring grooming services are executed accurately and to the highest standards.
• Genuine passion for animals and a desire to continue a career in pet grooming.
• Expert knowledge of various dog breeds, grooming requirements, common health issues and behaviors.
• High proficiency in breed‑specific cuts, styling techniques and grooming standards.
• Excellent verbal and…