Why Join PetSmart

At PetSmart, Anything for Pets starts with our passionate team. As a Pet Trainer in Omaha, Nebraska, 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 that strengthen bonds between pets and parents. You'll engage customers in-store, online, or by phone, promoting our proven curriculum while ensuring safety and satisfaction. This role combines hands-on pet interaction, sales savvy, and team leadership in a fast-paced pet retail setting.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead training classes, managing pet parent experiences and outcomes across channels.
• Actively sell classes and educate on curriculum benefits; handle paperwork and scheduling.
• Maintain safe, clean training areas; respond to pet health issues and assist other departments.
• Recognize team contributions and recommend merchandise/services.

Experience & Skills

Ideal candidates bring 1-2 years of customer-focused retail experience, PetSmart Training Instructor accreditation, computer proficiency, and strong communication skills. Physical demands include lifting up to 50 lbs, standing for shifts, and handling live animals in a moderate-noise environment with pet hair exposure. Flexibility for evenings, weekends, and holidays is essential.

Benefits

Join our pack and enjoy paid weekly wages, comprehensive health & wellness coverage, 401k matching, PTO for full-timers, associate discounts, tuition assistance, and clear career paths. Make a daily impact while building your future at PetSmart.