Pet Stylist

At Petco Gibsonia, we're passionate about providing a healthier, brighter future for pets, pet parents, and people. Our core values capture the spirit of making a real difference, creating an exciting career path, and nurturing our wellbeing. We're committed to improving lives by doing what's right for pets, people, and our planet.

We're seeking a highly motivated and animal-loving Junior Pet Stylist to join our team at Petco Gibsonia. As a Junior Pet Stylist, you'll have the opportunity to learn fundamental grooming tasks, gain hands-on experience, and develop essential grooming skills. Our industry-leading program is designed to set the foundation for your future career in pet grooming.

• Learn and perform limited grooming services, including bathing, drying, nail trimming, brushing, ear cleaning, and gland cleaning, under close supervision of experienced groomers.
• 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, and address grooming-related inquiries.
• Maintain a clean and safe grooming area and salon, disinfect and sanitize grooming tools and equipment, and perform daily and weekly cleaning duties.
• Schedule grooming appointments, manage paperwork, and maintain accurate grooming records.

• 0-1 year of animal-related experience, including shelter volunteering or pet sitting, prior grooming salon assistance is preferred.
• High-school diploma or GED is preferred, though not required.
• Genuine passion for animals and a desire to pursue a career in pet grooming.
• Basic understanding of dog breeds, behavior, and common grooming practices.
• Capable of handling pets of all sizes and temperaments with care and empathy.
• Effective verbal and written communication skills for interactions with pet parents and grooming team members.

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.

• 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.