Junior Groomer

Petco • Battle Creek, MI

1d • Onsite

About The Position

The Junior Pet Stylist begins a career in Petco Grooming through a ten-week training period. Under close supervision from experienced groomers, the employee learns and performs foundational grooming services, including bathing, drying, brushing, nail trimming, ear cleaning, and gland cleaning. The role also includes assisting with grooming while prioritizing each pet’s comfort, safety, and well-being and providing attentive customer service to pet parents.

Training takes place in two stages: Weeks 1–3 focus on dog behavior, pet and employee safety, check-in and checkout procedures, customer service, grooming policies, and introductory bathing and drying work. Weeks 3–10 focus on performing bathing and walk-in services while meeting weekly productivity goals. The majority of duties are performed indoors in a grooming salon, in direct contact with pets and pet parents and alongside salon partners.

Requirements

• 0–1 year of animal-related experience, which may include 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 grooming schedule.
• Ability to bend, kneel, lift up to 30 pounds as necessary, and stand for long periods.
• Ability to work in a noisy and wet environment and potentially work at heights using a two-step ladder or other support tools for cleaning and maintenance.

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, following pet-parent instructions and company policies.
• 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 issues in a timely manner.
• Keep the grooming area and salon clean and safe; disinfect and sanitize tools and equipment and complete daily, weekly, and 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 employee safety, check-in and checkout procedures, customer service, and bathing and drying techniques.
• Perform bathing and walk-in services during the training program 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 role, including brushes, nail trimmers, clippers, blades, shampoo, sprays, and tools
• State-of-the-art equipment, including a bathing system, kennels, tables, and dryers

What This Job Offers

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