Junior Groomer

Petco • Davis, CA

1d • Onsite

About The Position

This role is for a Junior Pet Stylist in Grooming at Petco, offering a ten-week training period to learn fundamental grooming tasks such as brushing, bathing, drying, and nail trimming, under the guidance of seasoned groomers. The primary purpose is to learn and perform bathing, drying, brushing, nail trimming, ear cleaning, and gland cleaning services, while prioritizing the comfort, safety, and well-being of pets and delivering optimal customer service. This position is an excellent opportunity for individuals passionate about animals and grooming to start their career in the pet care industry with Petco. Petco is dedicated to improving lives for pets and people, fostering fun, and promoting teamwork. With over 60 years of experience, Petco operates more than 1,500 stores, 250+ Vetco Total Care hospitals, and hundreds of preventive care clinics across the U.S., Mexico, and Puerto Rico. The company also founded Petco Love, which supports animal welfare groups and has facilitated homes for approximately 7 million animals.

Requirements

• 0-1 year of animal related experience, including 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
• Capable of handling pets of all sizes and temperaments with care and empathy
• Effective verbal and written communication skills for interactions 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
• High-school diploma or GED is preferred, though not required

Responsibilities

• Under close supervision of experienced groomers, perform limited grooming services including bathing, drying, nail trimming, brushing, ear cleaning, and gland cleaning according to the pet parents’ instructions and in adherence to company policies and procedures
• Ensure the well-being and safety of every animal in the salon at all times
• Interact professionally and effectively with pet parents, provide optimal customer service, address grooming related inquiries and provide timely resolution
• 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
• Schedule grooming appointments, manage paperwork, and maintain accurate grooming records
• Learn and adhere to Petco's grooming policies, standards, and guidelines to ensure safety, quality, and consistency in all activities and areas of the grooming business
• Assist in the grooming process, prioritizing the comfort, safety, and well-being of the pets in our care and delivering optimal customer services to pet parents

Benefits

• Competitive base pay
• Medical, dental, vision and more
• 401k and more
• 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

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees