Junior Groomer

Create a healthier, brighter future for pets, pet parents and people!If you want to make a real difference, create an exciting career path,

feel welcome to be your whole self and nurture your wellbeing, Petco is the

place for you.Our core values capture that spirit as we work to improve lives by doing

what's right for pets, people and our planet.

We love all pets like our own

We're the future of the pet industry

We're here to improve lives

We drive outstanding results together

We're welcome as we arePetco is a category-defining health and wellness company focused on improving

the lives of pets, pet parents and Petco partners. We are 29,000 strong

and operate 1,500+ pet care centers in the U.S., Mexico and Puerto

Rico, including 250+ Vetco Total Care hospitals, hundreds of preventive

care clinics and eight distribution centers. We're focused on purpose-driven

work, and strongly believe what's good for pets, people and our planet is goodYour Petco Grooming Career:

Begin your Petco journey as a Junior Pet Stylist in Grooming!During this ten-week training period as a Junior Pet Stylist, you will learn

fundamental grooming tasks such as brushing, bathing, drying, cutting

nails, and more! Gaining hands-on experience with guidance from seasoned

groomers, our industry leading program is designed to develop essential

grooming skills and set the foundation for your future career with Petco

GroomiIn addition to our commitment to continuous training, development, and

career growth, we also offer:

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 dryersPurpose:

The Junior Pet Stylist's primary purpose is to learn how to perform the

following services: bathing, drying, brushing, nail trimming, ear

cleaning, and gland cleaning, alongside seasoned groomers. In addition to

bathing and drying services, the Junior Pet Stylist will assist in the

grooming process, prioritizing the comfort, safety, and well-being of

the pets in our care and delivering optimal customer services to pet parents.

This is an excellent opportunity for those passionate about animals and

grooming to start their career in the pet care industry.Essential Job Functions:

The incumbent must be able to consistently perform all the following duties

and responsibilities with or without reasonable accommodation.Under close supervision of experienced groomers, perform limited grooming

services including bathing, drying, nail trimming, brushing, ear

cleaning, and gland cleaning according to the pet parents' instructions

and in adherence to company policies and procedures

Ensure the well-being and safety of every animal in the salon at all times

Interact professionally and effectively with pet parents, provide optimal

customer service, address grooming related inquiries and provide timely

resolution

Maintain a clean and safe grooming area and salon, disinfect and sanitize

grooming tools and equipment, perform daily and weekly cleaning duties in

the salon and in adherence to Petco hygiene and sanitation policies, other

cleaning and maintenance tasks as assigned, including but not limited to

cleaning air filters, vents, and drains

Schedule grooming appointments, manage paperwork, and maintain accurate

grooming records

Learn and adhere to Petco's grooming policies, standards, and guidelines

to ensure safety, quality, and consistency in all activities and areas of

the grooming businessTraining Program Outline:

Weeks 1-3: Learning and On-the-Job Training

Learn dog behavior, pet and self-safety, proper check-in/out

procedures, customer service, grooming policies, and begin on-the-job

training in bathing and drying techniques

Weeks 3-10: Performing and Achieving Productivity

Perform bathing and walk-in services while achieving weekly productivity goalsEducation/Experience:

0-1 year of animal related experience, including shelter volunteering or pet

sitting, prior grooming salon assistance is preferred

High-school diploma or GED is preferred, though not required

Genuine passion for animals and a desire to pursue a career in pet grooming

Basic understanding of dog breeds, behavior, and common grooming practices

Capable of handling pets of all sizes and temperaments with care and empathy

Effective verbal and written communication skills for interactions with pet

parents and grooming team members

Availability to work weekends, evenings, and holidays, as required by

the Pet Care Center's grooming scheduleWork Environment:

The majority of job duties are conducted indoors in the grooming salon.

Position requires bending, kneeling, lifting (up to 30 pounds, as

necessary) and standing for long periods of time. Position may require