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January 16, 2015

Assistant Groomer - Petco - Aurora

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At Petco, we believe it is our duty to nurture the complete health and well-being of animals. We're here to help pet parents navigate the ups and downs of pet parenthood. We offer more than just supplies and services - we offer ears to listen and shoulders to lean on. Our Petco family is made up of pet lovers who unselfishly put the needs of others before their own. And like all great families, this one offers the support and inspiration we need to thrive. That's the Power of Together.

As a Grooming Assistant with Petco, you will help pets look and feel their best. We're looking to you to provide grooming services that enhance the positive union of pet and pet parent. To do so, you will passionately live out the varied duties of your role. You will:

  • Provide basic grooming, bathing and customer service as instructed by
    the Pet Stylist, Grooming Salon Manager or General Manager
  • Interact professionally and effectively with all professional contacts
    with a focus on company interests
  • Perform basic
    grooming services on dogs that do not require a haircut, including brushing,
    bathing, ear and teeth cleaning, expression of anal glands, trimming nails,
    clipping pads, groin/belly and clipping hair by eyes
  • Assist with generating and developing the grooming business
  • Assist in booking grooming appointments and performing follow-up phone
    calls and reminders to customers
  • Complete personal daily grooming payroll and commission paperwork
  • Independently prioritize and accomplish multiple tasks within
    established timeframes
  • Ensure salon cleanliness and safety by sweeping, mopping, etc. on a
    regular basis
  • Move animals and merchandise up to 50 pounds
The ideal candidate will have:
  • A passion for animal welfare
  • Knowledge of the grooming
    industry
  • High school diploma or GED