Why Join PetSmart

At PetSmart, Anything for Pets starts with our passionate team. As a Pet Trainer in Danville, Virginia, you'll create meaningful moments for pets and their families while enjoying robust benefits like weekly pay, health coverage, 401k matching, PTO, associate discounts, tuition assistance, and clear career growth paths. Join 50,000 associates united by a love for pets and diversity.

Role Overview

PetSmart's Pet Trainer delivers positive reinforcement-based training classes, engages pet parents, and drives sales of our proven curriculum. You'll be the go-to expert in your store, ensuring safe, fun experiences that build lifelong pet bonds. This role demands energy, pet passion, and customer focus in a dynamic retail environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead group and private training sessions, managing pet parent interactions via phone, in-person, or online.
• Actively promote and sell training packages while educating on curriculum benefits.
• Maintain accurate records, schedule classes, and keep training areas clean and safe.
• Handle emergencies like sick pets, assist other departments, and recognize team sales efforts.
• Uphold company policies, foster a culture of belonging, and recommend merchandise/services.

Experience & Skills

Ideal candidates bring 1-2 years of customer-facing retail experience, PetSmart Training Instructor accreditation, computer proficiency, and strong communication. You must thrive under pressure, stay organized, and flex for evenings, weekends, and holidays. Physical demands include lifting 50+ lbs, standing, and handling live animals in a moderate-noise, pet-hair-filled setting.

Benefits

Thrive with paid weekly wages, comprehensive health & wellness, 401k match, generous PTO, discounts, tuition aid, and development programs. Make a daily impact—apply now to join our pack in Danville!