Groomer

Create a healthier, brighter future for pets, pet parents and people!

If you want to make a real difference, create an exciting career path, feel welcome to be your whole self and nurture your wellbeing, Petco is the place for you.

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+ 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.

Your Petco Grooming

Career :

As a Pet Stylist at Petco, you will be responsible for providing professional grooming services to our valued customers' pets. With your expertise and attention to detail, you will ensure that each pet receives exceptional care, leaving them looking and feeling their best.

In addition to the opportunity to showcase your grooming skills, creativity and passion for animals, Petco also offers a dynamic and rewarding environment, including :

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Discounts

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Career development and growth opportunities, such as a Grooming Salon Leader,

Grooming Mentor and Grooming Instructor

Purpose :

The Pet Stylists' primary purpose is to perform expert-level professional grooming services, including bathing, drying, brushing, haircuts and styling, nail trimming, ear cleaning, and gland cleaning. The Pet Stylist is responsible for prioritizing the safety, comfort, and well-being of the pets in our care and delivering a high level of customer satisfaction and customer service to pet parents. The Pet Stylist may be required to complete additional tasks as assigned by the Grooming Salon Leader, Solutions Manager, or Store General Manager. This is an excellent opportunity for groomers with proven technical experience to grow their expertise in grooming and individual productivity.

Essential Job Functions :

The incumbent must be able to consistently perform all the following duties and responsibilities with or without reasonable accommodation.

Under moderate to limited supervision, perform professional grooming services

including bathing, drying, brushing, haircuts and styling, nail trimming, ear cleaning, and gland cleaning, according to pet parent's instructions and adhering to breed standards and company policies and procedures

Operate and maintain various grooming instruments, including clippers, blades, shears,

brushes, and dryers

Always prioritize the well-being and safety of every animal in the salon, 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, taking into consideration coat type, skin

conditions, temperament

Education / Experience :

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

required

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

Work Environment :

The majority of job duties are conducted indoors in the grooming salon. Position requires bending, kneeling, lifting (up to 30 pounds, as necessary) and standing for long periods of time. Position may require exposure to heights using a two-step ladder or other support tools, such as vacuums, to perform assigned cleaning and maintenance duties. A large amount of this partner's time will be spent in direct contact with our pet parents and their dogs, and the

remaining time will be with the other salon partners. The work environment can be noisy and

wet.

Qualified applications with arrest or conviction records will be considered for employment in accordance with the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers and the California Fair Chance Act.

Petco Animal Supplies, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, age, protected veteran status, or any other protected classification.

The pay ranges outlined below are presented in accordance with state-specific regulations. These ranges may differ in other areas and could be subject to variation based on regulatory minimum wage requirements. Actual pay rates will depend on factors such as position, location, level of experience, and applicable state or local minimum wage laws. If the regulatory minimum wage exceeds the minimum indicated in the pay range below, the regulatory minimum wage will be the minimum rate applied.

$15.00 - $22.50

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