Animal Care Specialist

Responsibilities

• Ensure the health, safety, and proper care of all companion animals and aquatic life in accordance with Petco standards.
• Complete required animal care tasks, including hourly health checks, wellness documentation, and maintenance logs.
• Maintain professional, clean, and well-presented animal habitats and aquatic areas through routine housekeeping.
• Serve as a primary resource for animal care education for customers and team members.
• Support department sales and inventory goals by ensuring merchandise is stocked, priced, and displayed correctly.
• Process register transactions accurately and provide solution-focused customer service.

Requirements

• Minimum of 1 year of experience working with or caring for companion animals and aquatic life.
• Strong knowledge of animal husbandry, care, and maintenance practices.
• Completion of the Petco Animal Care Certification Program (or ability to complete it).
• Strong customer service skills and an aptitude for selling behaviors.
• Ability to lift and move merchandise, supplies, or animals weighing up to 50 pounds.
• High school diploma or GED preferred.

Benefits

• Purpose-driven work that makes a difference for pets and people.
• A welcoming, inclusive, and fast-paced team environment.
• Opportunities to learn, grow, and explore diverse career paths within the company.

About the Company

Petco is a leader in pet wellness, serving as "where the pets go" for more than 60 years. With over 1,500 stores across the U.S., Mexico, and Puerto Rico, we are dedicated to nurturing the pet-human bond through expert support, quality products, and lifesaving animal welfare initiatives.