Groomer

Petco Animal Supplies, Inc. is a leading pet specialty retailer dedicated to the wellbeing and happiness of pets and pet parents. For over 60 years, Petco has been "where the pets go" to find everything they need to live their best lives, including food, toys, trusted supplies, and expert support from passionate professionals who truly understand the bond between pets and their owners. With more than 29,000 team members across over 1,500 stores in the U.S., Mexico, and Puerto Rico, and over 250 Vetco Total Care hospitals and hundreds of preventive care clinics, Petco is a powerful force in the pet care industry. The company's commitment extends beyond retail to animal welfare, having helped find homes for approximately 7 million animals through in-store adoption events, supported by the founding of Petco Love in 1999, which fosters local animal welfare groups nationwide.

As a Pet Stylist at Petco, you will play a crucial role in delivering professional grooming services that enhance the appearance and wellbeing of pets. You will engage directly with pet parents to deliver expert grooming including bathing, drying, brushing, precise haircuts and styling, nail trimming, ear cleaning, and gland expression with a focus on safety and comfort. In this full-time position based in Waterbury, CT at 235 Union Street, you will be equipped with state-of-the-art grooming tools and facilities, ensuring a safe and effective grooming environment. The role is not remote and requires in-store presence, reflecting the hands-on nature of animal care and grooming.

This career offers more than just regular grooming tasks; it provides opportunities to advance as a Grooming Salon Leader, Mentor, or Instructor. Petco fosters a culture of passion for animals, encourages authenticity, values team spirit, and prioritizes customer satisfaction and pet health. The grooming salon is supported with all necessary professional equipment, including clippers, blades, brushes, and bathing systems designed to meet breed-specific needs. With competitive base pay and comprehensive benefits including medical, dental, vision coverage, 401k options, paid time off, and exclusive Petco discounts, this role supports both your professional and personal growth. By joining Petco, you embrace a career where every tail wag and pet interaction contributes to a greater mission of improving pets' lives and nurturing the pet-human bond.