Groomer

Job Summary

As a Pet Stylist at Petco, you will provide professional grooming services to our valued customers' pets. You will ensure that each pet receives exceptional care, leaving them looking and feeling their best.

• Perform professional grooming services—including bathing, drying, brushing, haircuts, styling, nail trimming, ear cleaning, and gland cleaning—according to pet parents’ 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 in the salon, monitor pets for signs of discomfort, illness, or injury, and promptly report concerns to pet owners and store management.
• Evaluate individual pet needs taking into account coat type, skin condition, and temperament.

• Interact professionally and effectively with pet parents, providing optimal customer service and addressing grooming‑related inquiries.
• Educate pet parents on grooming maintenance and at‑home care practices to promote overall well‑being of the pet.
• Maintain a clean and safe grooming area, disinfect and sanitize tools, and perform daily and weekly cleaning duties in accordance with Petco hygiene and sanitation policies.
• Utilize knowledge of Petco’s grooming policies, standards, and guidelines to ensure safety, quality and consistency in all activities.
• Assist with training, support and supervision of entry‑level trainees in the absence of a Grooming Salon Leader.

• Successful completion of the Pet Stylist Apprentice program with Petco, OR prior experience as a professional groomer, OR completion of a technical grooming training program.
• High‑school diploma or GED preferred.
• Strong judgment and problem‑solving skills, with the ability to handle routine to moderately complex grooming situations.
• Results‑driven with commitment to productivity and ownership of role in the grooming salon.
• Strong attention to detail and ability to execute services to the highest standards.
• Genuine passion for animals and a desire to pursue a career in pet grooming.
• Expert knowledge of various dog breeds, grooming requirements, common health issues, and behaviors.
• High level of proficiency in breed‑specific cuts, styling techniques, and grooming standards.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills for interactions with pet parents and grooming team members.
• Capacity to handle pets of all sizes and temperaments with care and empathy.
• Availability to work weekends, evenings, and holidays as required by the Pet Care Center grooming schedule.

• Competitive base pay.
• Medical, dental, vision, and other benefits.
• 401(k) plan.
• Paid Time Off.
• Petco discounts.
• All necessary supplies and equipment provided.
• State‑of‑the‑art grooming equipment.
• Career development and growth opportunities (Grooming Salon Leader, Grooming Mentor, Grooming Instructor).

The role is performed indoors in the grooming salon. It requires bending, kneeling, lifting (up to 30 pounds), standing for long periods, and occasional exposure to heights. The work environment may be noisy and wet.

Hourly rate: $15.00 – $23.00 per hour, subject to location and experience.

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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.