Why Join PetSmart

At PetSmart, Anything for Pets starts with our passionate team. As a Pet Trainer in Foothill Ranch, California, you'll create meaningful moments for pets and their families while growing your career in a supportive environment that values diversity and belonging. Join 50,000 associates united by a love for pets and enjoy tools, resources, and opportunities to thrive.

Role Overview

PetSmart's Pet Training Instructor engages pet parents and pets to deliver positive training experiences aligned with our vision, mission, and values. You'll actively promote and conduct classes using our proven curriculum, ensuring safe, fun environments while driving sales and customer satisfaction.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide exceptional pet parent experiences via phone, in-person, or online, resolving concerns promptly.
• Actively sell training classes and educate on curriculum benefits across channels.
• Maintain all training paperwork, schedule classes per company guidelines, and keep areas clean/safe.
• Serve as training expert for store associates, recognize contributions, and assist other departments.
• Handle sick/injured pets immediately, recommend merchandise/services, and follow all policies.

Experience & Skills

Ideal candidates bring 1-2 years of customer-focused retail experience, PetSmart Training Instructor accreditation, computer proficiency, composure under pressure, schedule flexibility, and strong communication/organizational skills. Physical demands include lifting up to 50lbs (team lift 100lbs+), standing/walking, and exposure to pets, noise, and wet environments. Depth perception required; accommodations available.

Benefits

Thrive with paid weekly wages, health/wellness coverage, 401k matching, PTO, associate discounts, tuition assistance, and robust career development. Make a daily impact—apply now!