Groomer

Overview

As a Pet Stylist at Petco, you will provide professional grooming services to pets and deliver a high level of customer satisfaction to pet parents. You will showcase grooming skills, creativity, and passion for animals and may advance to grooming leadership roles.

• Competitive base pay
• Medical, dental, vision and more
• 401k and more
• Paid Time Off
• Petco Discounts
• All supplies and equipment needed, 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 Grooming Salon Leader, Grooming Mentor, and Grooming Instructor

• Perform professional grooming services—bathing, drying, brushing, haircuts and styling, nail trimming, ear cleaning, and gland cleaning—according to pet parent’s instructions and company policies.
• Operate and maintain grooming instruments, including clippers, blades, shears, brushes, and dryers.
• Prioritize well‑being and safety of every animal, monitor for discomfort or illness, and report concerns promptly.
• Evaluate individual needs of each pet, considering coat type, skin conditions, and temperament.
• Interact professionally with pet parents, address inquiries, provide recommendations, and resolve questions promptly.
• Educate pet parents on grooming maintenance and at‑home care practices.
• Maintain a clean and safe grooming area, perform daily and weekly cleaning, disinfect tools and equipment, and adhere to hygiene policies.
• Apply Petco’s grooming policies, standards, and guidelines to ensure safety, quality, and consistency.
• Train, support, and supervise entry‑level trainees in the absence of a Grooming Salon Leader.

• 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 judgment and problem‑solving skills for routine to moderately complex grooming situations.
• Results‑driven with commitment to productivity and performance.
• 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.
• Proficiency in breed‑specific cuts, styling techniques, and grooming standards.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills for interactions with pet parents and team members.
• Capability 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.

The majority of duties are conducted indoors in the grooming salon. Responsibilities include bending, kneeling, lifting (up to 30 pounds), and standing for extended periods. The environment may also involve handling heights (e.g., ladders), operating vacuums, and exposure to noise and wet conditions.

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 class.