Junior Groomer

Petco Animal Supplies Stores • Highland, IN

11d • Onsite

About The Position

The Junior Pet Stylist begins a Petco grooming career through a ten-week training program. Under close supervision from experienced groomers, the employee learns and performs fundamental services including bathing, drying, brushing, nail trimming, ear cleaning, and gland cleaning. The role also assists with the grooming process while prioritizing pets’ comfort, safety, and well-being and providing customer service to pet parents.

Training covers dog behavior, pet and self-safety, check-in and check-out procedures, customer service, grooming policies, and bathing and drying techniques during weeks 1–3. During weeks 3–10, trainees perform bathing and walk-in services while working toward weekly productivity goals.

Most duties take place indoors in a grooming salon. The work involves direct contact with dogs and pet parents, and interaction with other salon partners. The environment may be noisy and wet. The position may involve bending, kneeling, lifting up to 30 pounds, standing for long periods, and using a two-step ladder or other support tools for cleaning and maintenance.

Requirements

• 0–1 year of animal-related experience, including shelter volunteering or pet sitting.
• Genuine passion for animals and 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.
• Ability to bend, kneel, lift up to 30 pounds as necessary, and stand for long periods.
• Ability to work in an environment that can be noisy and wet.

Nice To Haves

• Prior grooming salon assistance is preferred.
• 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 according to pet parents’ instructions and company policies.
• Ensure the well-being and safety of every animal in the salon.
• Interact professionally with pet parents, provide customer service, address grooming-related inquiries, and resolve them in a timely manner.
• Maintain a clean and safe grooming area and salon; disinfect and sanitize tools and equipment; complete daily and weekly cleaning duties and other assigned cleaning and maintenance tasks.
• Schedule grooming appointments, manage paperwork, and maintain accurate grooming records.
• Learn and follow Petco grooming policies, standards, and guidelines.
• Learn dog behavior, pet and self-safety, check-in and check-out procedures, customer service, and bathing and drying techniques.
• Perform bathing and walk-in services during training and work toward weekly productivity goals.

Benefits

• Competitive base pay
• Medical, dental, vision, and more
• 401(k) and more
• Paid Time Off
• Petco discounts
• Supplies and equipment needed for the job, including brushes, nail trimmers, clippers, blades, shampoo, sprays, and tools
• State-of-the-art equipment, including bathing system, kennels, tables, and dryers

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed