Junior Groomer

Petco•Avon, OH

2d•Onsite

About The Position

The Junior Pet Stylist begins a grooming career through a ten-week training program, learning fundamental grooming tasks under the guidance and close supervision of experienced groomers. Training covers bathing, drying, brushing, nail trimming, ear cleaning, and gland cleaning. The role also assists with grooming while prioritizing pets’ comfort, safety, and well-being and providing effective customer service to pet parents. During weeks 1–3, the trainee learns dog behavior, pet and self-safety, check-in and checkout procedures, customer service, grooming policies, and bathing and drying techniques through on-the-job training. During weeks 3–10, the trainee performs bathing and walk-in services while working toward weekly productivity goals. Most duties take place indoors in the grooming salon. The role involves direct contact with dogs and pet parents, as well as work with other salon partners. The environment may be noisy and wet. Petco provides the supplies and equipment needed for grooming, including brushes, nail trimmers, clippers, blades, shampoo, sprays, bathing systems, kennels, tables, and dryers.

Requirements

0–1 year of animal-related experience, including experience such as shelter volunteering or pet sitting.
Genuine passion for animals and a desire to pursue a career in pet grooming.
Basic understanding of dog breeds, behavior, and common grooming practices.
Ability to handle pets of all sizes and temperaments with care and empathy.
Effective verbal and written communication skills for interacting with pet parents and grooming team members.
Availability to work weekends, evenings, and holidays as required by the grooming schedule.

Nice To Haves

Prior grooming salon assistance is preferred.
A high school diploma or GED is preferred, but not required.

Responsibilities

Under close supervision, perform limited grooming services—including bathing, drying, nail trimming, brushing, ear cleaning, and gland cleaning—in accordance with pet parents’ instructions and company policies and procedures.
Help ensure the well-being and safety of every animal in the salon.
Interact professionally with pet parents, provide customer service, respond to grooming-related inquiries, and resolve concerns in a timely manner.
Keep the grooming area and salon clean and safe; disinfect and sanitize tools and equipment; complete daily and weekly cleaning, maintenance, and other assigned tasks.
Schedule grooming appointments, manage paperwork, and maintain accurate grooming records.
Learn and follow Petco grooming policies, standards, and guidelines to support safety, quality, and consistency.
Complete the training program, including learning bathing and drying techniques and performing bathing and walk-in services while pursuing weekly productivity goals.