Area Pet Trainer

PetSmart does Anything for Pets and Everything for You –JOIN OUR TEAM! 

Area Pet Trainer

About Life at PetSmart 

At PetSmart, we’re more than just a company obsessed with pets; we’re obsessed with our people too. Our values are rooted in unconditional love—a lesson we learn from our pets—and staying united together. We believe when our associates are happy and healthy, they can provide the best possible care for our furry, scaled, and feathery friends while enjoying a work experience that celebrates them as their authentic selves.  

Benefits that benefit you 

• Flexible schedule
• Associate discounts and perks
• Health benefits: medical, dental, vision
• 401k
• Tuition assistance
• Career pathing
• Development Opportunities

The impact you’ll make 

You’ll be responsible for upholding PetSmart’s vision, mission, values, and strategy. You will actively seek out pets and pet parents to educate them on the benefits of pet training. You will be responsible for training all existing and new Pet Training Instructors for their assigned areas. You will also be responsible for creating a safe environment for the people and pets in their classes and surrounding areas of the store.  

• Pet Training: connecting with Pet Parents to educate them on the benefits of pet training and actively selling training classes.
• People Leadership: train and certify all new pet training instructors and provide feedback on their progress through the accreditation process.
• Store Experience: responsible for customer experience and outcomes responding to customer concerns. Maintains brand standards of the store but not limited to pet training podium, cleaning up after pet accidents, store recovery, collecting carts, etc.

What we’re looking for 

• Passion for pets and people and the desire to grow a fulfilling career.  
• Minimum of 1 year PetSmart training experience.  Accredited in PetSmart Training Instructor Course. 
• 2+ years of retail experience in a customer-focused environment.  
• High school diploma or equivalent required. 
• Proficiency in computer applications. 
• Strong written and verbal communication skills. 

Do what you love 

Join us for a chance to make a meaningful impact every day. Whether it's helping a customer choose their first fish, celebrating a pet's birthday, or seeing the smile on a pet parent’s face after a fresh groom—you'll create moments that matter. At PetSmart, we cherish diversity and the unique perspectives of our 50,000 associates, all united by a passion for pets. 

We’re delighted you’re interested in joining our pack and helping us in our commitment to doing Anything for Pets, and the people who love them. We're excited to hear your story and learn more about you! Apply Now!  

*This listing is not an indication that the position is currently open or available. We are continually looking to build a strong network of talented candidates to join our organization and are always accepting applications. Feel free to contact your local PetSmart store to check on which roles they are actively hiring for. 

This job summary is intended to describe the general nature and level of work associates/leaders assigned to this job perform. It is not intended to include all duties and responsibilities. You will be provided with a copy of a job description for the actual position you are hired into.

PetSmart is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national or ethnic origin, disability, as well as any other characteristic protected by federal, provincial, or local law.  

Applicants must be over the age of 18 (except in Montana or where otherwise required by local or state law)  

For applicants in our Waterloo, San Francisco, or Los Angeles locations: Pursuant to the Waterloo and San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, as well as the Los Angeles Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring, we will consider for employment, qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records in a manner consistent with the law