Job Title: Junior Groomer Location: Chicago IL 60610 Job Type: Fulltime Job Description: 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 whats right for pets people and our planet. We love all pets like our own Were the future of the pet industry Were here to improve lives We drive outstanding results together Were welcome as we are During this tenweek training period as a Junior Pet Stylist you will learn fundamental grooming tasks such as brushing bathing drying cutting nails and more! Gaining handson 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 Essential Job Functions: The incumbent must be able to consistently perform all the following duties and responsibilities with or without reasonable accommodation. 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 wellbeing 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 timely 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 other cleaning and maintenance tasks as assigned including but not limited to cleaning air filters vents and drains Schedule grooming appointments manage paperwork and maintain accurate grooming records Learn and adhere to Petcos grooming policies standards and guidelines to ensure safety quality and consistency in all activities and areas of the grooming business Training Program Outline: Weeks 13: Learning and OntheJob Training Learn dog behavior pet and selfsafety proper checkin/out procedures customer service grooming policies and begin onthejob training in bathing and drying techniques Weeks 310: Performing and Achieving Productivity Perform bathing and walkin services while achieving weekly productivity goals Education/Experience: 01 year of animal related experience including shelter volunteering or pet sitting prior grooming salon assistance is preferred Highschool 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 Availability to work weekends evenings and holidays as required by the Pet Care Centers 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 twostep ladder or other support tools such as vacuums to perform assigned cleaning and maintenance duties. A large amount of this partners 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. |