Why Join PetSmart

At PetSmart, Anything for Pets starts with our passionate team. As a Pet Trainer in Houston, Texas, 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 our love for pets and commitment to diversity.

Role Overview

PetSmart's Pet Trainer delivers positive reinforcement-based training classes, engages pet parents, and drives sales of our proven curriculum. This dynamic role combines animal expertise, customer service, and sales in a fun retail environment. Accredited instructors ensure safe, effective sessions while upholding our mission to do Anything for Pets.

Key Responsibilities

• Conduct training classes via phone, in-person, or online, managing pet parent experiences and outcomes.
• Actively sell classes and educate on curriculum benefits; recommend merchandise/services.
• Maintain paperwork, schedule sessions, and keep training areas clean/safe.
• Handle sick/injured pets, transport to vet if needed, and assist other departments.
• Serve as training expert, recognizing associates and fostering a culture of belonging.

Experience & Skills

Ideal candidates bring 1-2 years retail/customer service experience, PetSmart Training Instructor accreditation, computer proficiency, strong communication, and composure under pressure. Physical demands include lifting 50+ lbs, standing/walking, and exposure to pets/noise. Flexible availability for evenings, weekends, holidays required.

Benefits

Thrive with paid weekly wages, comprehensive health/wellness benefits, 401k match, generous PTO, discounts, tuition aid, and development programs. Make a daily impact in Houston—apply now!