Why Join PetSmart

At PetSmart, Anything for Pets starts with our passionate team. As a Pet Trainer in Blaine, Minnesota, you'll create meaningful moments for pets and their families while enjoying a supportive culture that values diversity, growth, and recognition. With 50,000 associates united by our love for pets, you'll have the tools, resources, and opportunities to thrive in a dynamic retail environment.

Role Overview

PetSmart's Pet Trainer is the go-to expert for pet training services, delivering positive experiences through our proven curriculum. You'll engage pet parents in-store, over the phone, or online, actively promoting classes while ensuring safety and satisfaction for all pets and people involved.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead training sessions, educate on curriculum benefits, and resolve pet parent concerns.
• Drive sales of training classes and related merchandise across channels.
• Maintain accurate paperwork, schedules, and a clean, safe training environment.
• Act as subject matter expert, training associates and recognizing contributions.
• Handle emergencies like sick/injured pets and assist other departments as needed.

Experience & Skills

Ideal candidates bring 1-2 years of customer-focused retail experience and PetSmart Training Instructor accreditation. Proficiency in computers, strong communication, organizational skills, and composure under pressure are essential. Physical demands include lifting up to 50 lbs, standing for shifts, and working in a pet-filled environment with moderate noise and occasional wet conditions. Flexibility for evenings, weekends, and holidays is required.

Benefits

Join our pack and enjoy paid weekly wages, comprehensive health & wellness coverage, 401k matching, PTO for full-time roles, associate discounts, tuition assistance, and clear career paths with development programs. Make a meaningful impact every day while building your future.