Junior Groomer

Petco•Laveen, AZ

12d•Onsite

About The Position

The Junior Groomer, referred to in the posting as a Junior Pet Stylist, begins a ten-week training program to develop foundational grooming skills through hands-on experience and guidance from experienced groomers. The role learns and performs bathing, drying, brushing, nail trimming, ear cleaning, and gland cleaning, while assisting in the grooming process and prioritizing each pet’s comfort, safety, and well-being. The position also provides customer service to pet parents and helps maintain a clean, safe salon. During weeks 1–3, the trainee learns dog behavior, pet and self-safety, check-in and check-out procedures, customer service, grooming policies, and bathing and drying techniques. During weeks 3–10, the trainee performs bathing and walk-in services while working toward weekly productivity goals.

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 Pet Care Center’s grooming schedule.

Nice To Haves

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

Responsibilities

Under close supervision, perform limited grooming services, including bathing, drying, nail trimming, brushing, ear cleaning, and gland cleaning, following pet parents’ instructions and company policies.
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.
Maintain a clean and safe grooming area and salon; disinfect and sanitize tools and equipment and complete daily, weekly, and other assigned cleaning and maintenance duties.
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 the training program while working toward weekly productivity goals.