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 supplies and equipment you need, including brushes, nail trimmers, clippers, blades, shampoo, sprays, and tools
• State‑of‑the‑art equipment such as a bathing system, kennels, tables, and dryers
• Career development and growth opportunities, such as Grooming Salon Leader, Grooming Mentor, and Grooming Instructor roles

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 to pet parents. Additional tasks may be assigned by the Grooming Salon Leader, Solutions Manager, or Store General Manager.

The incumbent must be able to consistently perform all of the following duties and responsibilities with or without reasonable accommodation.

• Under moderate to limited supervision, perform professional grooming services including bathing, drying, brushing, haircuts and styling, nail trimming, ear cleaning, and gland cleaning, following pet parent 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 promptly report concerns to pet owners and store management.
• Evaluate individual needs of each pet, considering coat type, skin conditions, and temperament.
• Interact professionally and effectively with pet parents, provide optimal customer service, address grooming‑related inquiries, and offer grooming recommendations.
• Educate pet parents on grooming maintenance and at‑home care practices and products to promote overall well‑being of the pet.
• Maintain a clean and safe grooming area and salon, disinfect and sanitize grooming tools and equipment, and perform daily and weekly cleaning duties in accordance with Petco hygiene policies.
• Utilize knowledge of Petco’s grooming policies, standards, and guidelines to ensure safety, quality, and consistency in all activities and areas of the grooming business.
• 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 prior experience as a professional groomer and/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 routine to moderately complex situations.
• 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 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, as necessary), and standing for long periods of time. It may require exposure to heights using a two‑step ladder or other support tools, such as vacuums, to perform assigned cleaning and maintenance duties. A large portion of time is spent in direct contact with pet parents and their dogs, and the work environment can be noisy and wet.

$15.00 - $25.00 per hour

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.