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Pennsylvania Staffing

Groomer

Pennsylvania Staffing, State College, Pennsylvania, United States, 16801

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Pet Stylist Career Opportunity

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. Petco is a category-defining health and wellness company focused on improving the lives of pets, pet parents, and Petco partners. 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: 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 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. Essential Job Functions: 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 Interact professionally and effectively with pet parents, provide optimal customer service, 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 & products to promote the overall well-being of the pet 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, other cleaning and maintenance tasks as assigned Utilize knowledge and understanding of Petco's grooming policies, standards, and guidelines to ensure safety, quality, and consistency in all activities and areas of the grooming business, ensure standards are maintained in grooming salon 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. High-school diploma or GED preferred, though not required. Apply 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.