Groomer

Petco•Burlington, VT

1d•Onsite

About The Position

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. Petco is a company that aims to help pets live their best lives, fostering fun and connection through district experiences, products, and services. They are committed to improving lives by doing what's right for pets and people, putting the needs of pets and pet parents at the center of everything they do. Petco has been serving pets for over 60 years, with more than 29,000 team members across 1,500+ stores, 250+ Vetco Total Care hospitals, hundreds of preventive care clinics, and eight distribution centers. Through Petco Love, founded in 1999, they support local animal welfare groups and have helped find homes for approximately 7 million animals. This role offers a dynamic and rewarding environment with competitive base pay, comprehensive benefits, necessary supplies and state-of-the-art equipment, and career development opportunities.

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.
Latitude for independent judgement and problem solving, using grooming skills and knowledge to solve problems in routine to moderately 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.

Nice To Haves

High-school diploma or GED preferred

Responsibilities

Perform expert-level 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 and procedures.
Operate and maintain various 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 any concerns to pet owners and store management.
Evaluate individual needs of each pet, taking into consideration coat type, skin conditions, temperament.
Interact professionally and effectively with pet parents, provide optimal customer service, address grooming related inquiries, offer grooming recommendations, and provide timely resolution to questions or concerns.
Educate and provide custom recommendations to pet parents on grooming maintenance and at home care practices & products to promote the overall well-being of the pet.
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.
Utilize knowledge and understanding of Petco's grooming policies, standards, and guidelines to ensure safety, quality, and consistency in all activities and areas of the grooming business, ensure standards are maintained in grooming salon.
May need to train, support, and supervise entry-level trainees in the absence of a Grooming Salon Leader.

Benefits

Competitive base pay
Medical
Dental
Vision
401k
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
Health and financial benefits
Incentives