Groomer ~ $500 Sign on Bonus

Petco•Fort Smith, AR

1d•Onsite

About The Position

Petco is seeking a Pet Stylist to provide professional grooming services to pets. The role involves ensuring pets receive exceptional care, leaving them looking and feeling their best. Petco offers a dynamic and rewarding environment with opportunities for career development and growth. The company emphasizes improving lives by doing what's right for pets and people, fostering a passion for pets, and championing authenticity. Petco has been a leader in pet supplies for over 60 years, with a significant presence across the U.S., Mexico, and Puerto Rico, including Vetco Total Care hospitals and distribution centers. Petco Love, founded in 1999, supports animal welfare groups and has helped millions of animals find homes.

Requirements

Successful completion of the Pet Stylist Apprentice program with Petco, or previous experience as a professional groomer and/or completion of a technical grooming training program.
High-school diploma or GED preferred.
Latitude for independent judgement and problem solving, using grooming skills and knowledge to solve problems in routine to moderately complex situations, with some guidance from Grooming Salon Leader, Solutions Manager, or Store General Manager when necessary.
Results-driven with commitment to productivity, performance, and ownership of role in the grooming salon.
Strong attention to detail, ensuring grooming services are executed accurately and to the highest standards.
Genuine passion for animals with a desire to continue a career in pet grooming.
Expert knowledge of various dog breeds, grooming requirements, common health issues and behaviors.
High level of proficiency in breed-specific cuts, styling techniques, and grooming standards.
Strong verbal and written communication skills for interactions with pet parents and grooming team members.
Capable of handling pets of all sizes and temperaments with care and empathy.
Available to work weekends, evenings, and holidays, as required by the Pet Care Center's grooming schedule.

Responsibilities

Perform expert-level professional grooming services, including bathing, drying, brushing, haircuts and styling, nail trimming, ear cleaning, and gland cleaning.
Prioritize the safety, comfort, and well-being of pets.
Deliver a high level of customer satisfaction and customer service to pet parents.
Operate and maintain various grooming instruments, including clippers, blades, shears, brushes, and dryers.
Monitor pets for any signs of discomfort, illness, or injury, and promptly report any concerns to pet owners and store management.
Evaluate individual needs of each pet, considering coat type, skin conditions, and temperament.
Interact professionally and effectively with pet parents, address grooming-related inquiries, offer grooming recommendations, and provide timely resolution to questions or concerns.
Educate and provide custom recommendations to pet parents on grooming maintenance and at-home care practices and products.
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 in adherence to Petco hygiene and sanitation policies.
Utilize knowledge and understanding of Petco's grooming policies, standards, and guidelines.
Train, support, and supervise entry-level trainees in the absence of a Grooming Salon Leader.

Benefits

$500.00 sign on bonus to be paid after 90 days of employment
$1000.00 retention bonus to be paid after 1 year of consecutive employment
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
Career development and growth opportunities, such as a Grooming Salon Leader, Grooming Mentor and Grooming Instructor