Groomer - $500 Sign On Bonus

Petco•Mechanicsburg, PA

21h•Onsite

About The Position

Petco is seeking a Pet Stylist (Groomer) to provide professional grooming services to pets. The role involves ensuring pets look and feel their best while offering a dynamic and rewarding career path. Petco emphasizes core values such as Pet First, Foster the Fun, and Let's Go!, aiming to improve lives by doing what's right for pets and people. The company has a long history of supporting pets and pet parents, with a significant presence across the U.S., Mexico, and Puerto Rico, including Vetco Total Care hospitals and Petco Love initiatives. This position offers opportunities for career development within the grooming salon, such as advancing to Grooming Salon Leader, Grooming Mentor, or Grooming Instructor.

Requirements

Successful 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.
Latitude for independent judgement and problem solving, using grooming skills and knowledge to solve problems in routine to moderately complex situations, with some guidance.
Results-driven with commitment to productivity, performance, and ownership of role.
Strong attention to detail.
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.
Capable of handling pets of all sizes and temperaments with care and empathy.
Available to work weekends, evenings, and holidays, as required.

Responsibilities

Perform expert-level professional grooming services, including bathing, drying, brushing, haircuts and styling, nail trimming, ear cleaning, and gland cleaning.
Prioritize the safety, comfort, and well-being of pets.
Deliver a high level of customer satisfaction and service to pet parents.
Operate and maintain various grooming instruments and equipment.
Monitor pets for any signs of discomfort, illness, or injury and report concerns.
Interact professionally with pet parents, address inquiries, offer recommendations, and resolve concerns.
Educate pet parents on grooming maintenance and at-home care practices.
Maintain a clean, safe, and sanitary grooming area and equipment.
Adhere to Petco's grooming policies, standards, and guidelines.
Train, support, and supervise entry-level trainees in the absence of a Grooming Salon Leader.