Groomer

Your Petco Grooming Career

As a Pet Stylist at Petco, you will be responsible for providing professional grooming services to our valued customers' pets. With your expertise and attention to detail, you will ensure that each pet receives exceptional care, leaving them looking and feeling their best.

• 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

The Pet Stylists' 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 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.

• Under moderate to limited supervision, perform professional grooming services including bathing, drying, brushing, haircuts and styling, nail trimming, ear cleaning, and gland cleaning according to pet parent's instructions and adhering to breed standards and company policies
• Operate and maintain grooming instruments, including clippers, blades, shears, brushes, and dryers
• Always prioritize the well‑being and safety of every animal in the salon, monitor pets for any signs of discomfort, illness, or injury, and report concerns to pet owners and store management
• Evaluate individual needs of each pet, taking into account coat type, skin conditions, temperament

• Interact professionally and effectively with pet parents, address grooming related inquiries, offer recommendations, and resolve questions
• Educate and provide customized recommendation to pet parents on in‑house grooming maintenance and at‑home care practices and products
• Maintain a clean and safe grooming area and salon, disinfect and sanitize tools, perform daily and weekly cleaning duties in the salon and sanitation policies, other cleaning and maintenance tasks as assigned, including cleaning air filters, vents, and drains
• Utilize knowledge of Petco's grooming policies and standards to ensure safety, quality, and consistency in all activities and areas of the grooming business and maintain grooming salon standards
• May need to train, support, and supervise entry‑level trainees in the absence of a Grooming Salon Leader

• Successful completion of the Pet Stylist Apprentice program with Petco, or previous experience as a professional groomer or completion of a technical grooming training program
• High‑school diploma or GED preferred, though not required
• Latitude for independent judgment and problem solving, using grooming skills and knowledge to solve problems from routine to moderate complex situations, with some guidance from Grooming Salon Leader, Solutions Manager, or Store General Manager when necessary
• Results‑driven with commitment to productivity, performance, 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 with a desire to continue 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
• Capable of handling pets of all sizes and temperaments with care and empathy
• Available to work weekends, evenings, and holidays, as required by the Pet Care Center's grooming schedule

The majority of job duties are conducted indoors in the grooming salon. The position requires bending, kneeling, lifting (up to 30 pounds), and standing for long periods. It may require exposure to heights using a two‑step ladder or other tools, such as vacuums, to perform assigned cleaning and maintenance duties. The work environment can be noisy and wet.

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.