Junior Groomer

Petco • San Angelo, TX

1d • Onsite

About The Position

The Junior Pet Stylist begins a career in Petco Grooming through a ten-week training period. Under the close supervision of experienced groomers, the employee learns and performs fundamental grooming services, including bathing, drying, brushing, nail trimming, ear cleaning, and gland cleaning. The role includes hands-on training and assistance throughout the grooming process, with the comfort, safety, and well-being of pets as priorities, along with providing effective customer service to pet parents.

During weeks 1–3, the employee learns dog behavior, pet and personal safety, check-in and check-out procedures, customer service, and grooming policies, and begins on-the-job training in bathing and drying. During weeks 3–10, the employee performs bathing and walk-in services while working toward weekly productivity goals.

Most duties take place indoors in the grooming salon. The role involves direct contact with dogs and pet parents, as well as working 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 for cleaning and maintenance.

Requirements

• Zero to one year of animal-related experience; examples 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’s grooming schedule.

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, address grooming-related inquiries, and resolve them in a timely manner.
• Maintain a clean and safe grooming area and salon; disinfect and sanitize grooming tools and equipment; perform 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.
• During weeks 3–10, perform bathing and walk-in services while working toward weekly productivity goals.

Benefits

• Competitive base pay.
• Medical, dental, vision, and other benefits.
• 401(k).
• Paid time off.
• Petco discounts.
• Supplies and equipment needed for the job, including brushes, nail trimmers, clippers, blades, shampoo, sprays, and other 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