Pet Trainer - Careers at PetSmart
PetSmart
Pet Trainer - Careers at PetSmart
Job Description
Why Join PetSmart
At PetSmart, Anything for Pets starts with our passionate team. As a Pet Trainer, you'll create meaningful moments for pets and their families while growing your career in a supportive environment. Join 50,000 associates united by love for pets, with opportunities for advancement and recognition.
Role Overview
PetSmart's Pet Trainer delivers expert training services, engages pet parents, and drives sales of our proven curriculum. Based in Towson, Maryland, this role combines animal care, education, and customer service in a dynamic retail setting. Ensure safe, positive experiences while upholding company values.
Key Responsibilities
- Lead training classes, managing pet parent interactions via phone, in-person, or online.
- Actively promote and sell training programs, educating on curriculum benefits.
- Maintain records, schedule classes, and keep training areas clean and safe.
- Handle emergencies like sick pets, recommend services, and assist other departments.
- Foster a culture of belonging, recognizing team contributions.
Experience & Skills
Ideal candidates have 1-2 years retail experience, PetSmart Training Instructor accreditation, computer proficiency, and strong communication. Physical demands include lifting 50+ lbs, standing, and exposure to pets/noise. Flexibility for evenings, weekends, holidays required.
Benefits
Enjoy paid weekly wages, health/wellness coverage, 401k match, PTO, associate discounts, tuition assistance, and robust career development. Make a daily impact in pet care!
Locations
- Towson, Maryland, United States
Salary
32,000 - 38,000 USD / yearly
* This is an estimated range based on market data and may vary based on experience and qualifications.
Skills Required
- Pet training instructionintermediate
- Customer service excellenceintermediate
- Sales and upsellingintermediate
- Organizational managementintermediate
- Verbal and written communicationintermediate
- Pet handling and safetyintermediate
Required Qualifications
- 1-2 years retail experience in customer-focused environment (experience)
- Accredited in PetSmart Training Instructor Course (experience)
- Proficiency in computer applications (experience)
- Ability to react under pressure (experience)
- Flexible schedule including evenings/weekends/holidays (experience)
- Strong organizational skills and attention to detail (experience)
Responsibilities
- Deliver engaging pet training classes per PetSmart curriculum
- Sell training classes in-store, phone, and online
- Educate pet parents on training benefits and handle concerns
- Maintain training area cleanliness and safety
- Manage paperwork, scheduling, and associate recognition
Benefits
- general: Paid Weekly
- general: Health & Wellness Benefits
- general: 401k Plan with company match
- general: Paid Time off for full-time associates
- general: Associate discounts
- general: Tuition Assistance
- general: Career pathing & Development opportunities
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Pet Trainer - Careers at PetSmart
PetSmart
Pet Trainer - Careers at PetSmart
Job Description
Why Join PetSmart
At PetSmart, Anything for Pets starts with our passionate team. As a Pet Trainer, you'll create meaningful moments for pets and their families while growing your career in a supportive environment. Join 50,000 associates united by love for pets, with opportunities for advancement and recognition.
Role Overview
PetSmart's Pet Trainer delivers expert training services, engages pet parents, and drives sales of our proven curriculum. Based in Towson, Maryland, this role combines animal care, education, and customer service in a dynamic retail setting. Ensure safe, positive experiences while upholding company values.
Key Responsibilities
- Lead training classes, managing pet parent interactions via phone, in-person, or online.
- Actively promote and sell training programs, educating on curriculum benefits.
- Maintain records, schedule classes, and keep training areas clean and safe.
- Handle emergencies like sick pets, recommend services, and assist other departments.
- Foster a culture of belonging, recognizing team contributions.
Experience & Skills
Ideal candidates have 1-2 years retail experience, PetSmart Training Instructor accreditation, computer proficiency, and strong communication. Physical demands include lifting 50+ lbs, standing, and exposure to pets/noise. Flexibility for evenings, weekends, holidays required.
Benefits
Enjoy paid weekly wages, health/wellness coverage, 401k match, PTO, associate discounts, tuition assistance, and robust career development. Make a daily impact in pet care!
Locations
- Towson, Maryland, United States
Salary
32,000 - 38,000 USD / yearly
* This is an estimated range based on market data and may vary based on experience and qualifications.
Skills Required
- Pet training instructionintermediate
- Customer service excellenceintermediate
- Sales and upsellingintermediate
- Organizational managementintermediate
- Verbal and written communicationintermediate
- Pet handling and safetyintermediate
Required Qualifications
- 1-2 years retail experience in customer-focused environment (experience)
- Accredited in PetSmart Training Instructor Course (experience)
- Proficiency in computer applications (experience)
- Ability to react under pressure (experience)
- Flexible schedule including evenings/weekends/holidays (experience)
- Strong organizational skills and attention to detail (experience)
Responsibilities
- Deliver engaging pet training classes per PetSmart curriculum
- Sell training classes in-store, phone, and online
- Educate pet parents on training benefits and handle concerns
- Maintain training area cleanliness and safety
- Manage paperwork, scheduling, and associate recognition
Benefits
- general: Paid Weekly
- general: Health & Wellness Benefits
- general: 401k Plan with company match
- general: Paid Time off for full-time associates
- general: Associate discounts
- general: Tuition Assistance
- general: Career pathing & Development opportunities
Tags & Categories
Answer 10 quick questions to check your fit for Pet Trainer - Careers at PetSmart @ PetSmart.
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