Junior Groomer

Petco • Ormond Beach, FL

13d • Onsite

About The Position

The Junior Pet Stylist begins a grooming career with Petco through a ten-week training period. Under close supervision from experienced groomers, the employee learns and performs fundamental grooming 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.

The training program covers dog behavior, pet and personal safety, check-in and check-out procedures, customer service, grooming policies, and bathing and drying techniques during weeks 1–3. During weeks 3–10, the Junior Pet Stylist performs bathing and walk-in services while working toward weekly productivity goals.

Most duties take place indoors in a grooming salon. The role involves direct contact with pet parents and dogs, as well as collaboration with other salon partners. The environment may be noisy and wet. The position requires bending, kneeling, standing for long periods, and lifting up to 30 pounds as necessary. It may also involve working at heights using a two-step ladder or other support tools to perform 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 perform the position’s physical duties, including bending, kneeling, standing for long periods, lifting up to 30 pounds as necessary, and potentially using a two-step ladder or other support tools.

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 and procedures.
• Help ensure the well-being and safety of every animal in the salon.
• Interact professionally and effectively 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; complete daily and weekly cleaning duties and other assigned cleaning and maintenance, including cleaning air filters, vents, and drains.
• 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.
• During weeks 1–3, learn 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, perform bathing and walk-in services 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
• Grooming 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