Junior Groomer

Create a healthier, brighter future for pets, pet parents and people! Feel welcome to be your whole self and nurture your wellbeing at Petco.

Our core values capture that spirit as we work to improve lives by doing what’s right for pets, people and our planet.

• We love all pets like our own
• We’re the future of the pet industry
• We’re here to improve lives
• We drive outstanding results together
• We’re welcome as we are

Petco is a category‑defining health and wellness company focused on improving the lives of pets, pet parents and Petco partners. We are 29,000 strong and operate 1,500+ pet care centers in the U.S., Mexico and Puerto Rico, including 250+ Vet demostr? Actually we choose: "including 250+ Vetco Total Care hospitals, hundreds of preventive care clinics and eight distribution centers." Let’s actually keep that:

Petco is a category‑defining health and wellness company focused on improving the lives of pets, pet parents and Petco partners. We are 29,000 strong and operate 1,500+ pet care centers in the U.S., Mexico and Puerto Rico, including 250+ Vetco Total Care hospitals, hundreds of preventive care clinics and eight distribution centers. We’re focused on purpose‑driven work, and strongly believe what’s good for pets, people and our planet is good for Petco.

Begin your journey as a Junior Pet Stylist in Grooming! During this ten‑week training period you will learn fundamental grooming tasks such as brushing, bathing, drying, cutting nails, and more. Gaining hands‑on experience with guidance from seasoned groomers, our industry‑leading program is designed to develop essential grooming skills and set the foundation for your future career with Petco Grooming.

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

The Junior Pet Stylist’s primary purpose is to learn how to perform bathing, drying, brushing, nail trimming, ear cleaning, and gland cleaning, alongside seasoned groomers. In addition to bathing and drying services, the Junior Pet Stylist will assist in the grooming process, prioritizing the comfort, safety, and well‑being of the pets in our Quebec and delivering optimal customer services to pet parents.

This is an excellent opportunity for thoseandelier by animals and grooming to start their career in the pet care industry.

• 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 timelyكاني 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, including 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.
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• Weeks 1-3:
  Learning and On‑the‑Job Training
  • Learn dog behavior, pet and self‑safety, proper check‑in/out procedures, customer service, grooming policies, and begin on‑the‑job training in bathing and drying techniques.
• Weeks 3-10:
  Performing and Achieving Productivity
  • Perform bathing and walk‑in services while achieving weekly productivity goals.

• 0-1 year animal‑related experience, including shelter volunteering or pet sitting; prior grooming salon assistance preferred.
• IPs? Actually 'High‑school diploma or GED…