Pet Trainer

Share Between $16.32 and $24.32 Per Hour Pet Trainer Petsmart

Occupation:

Animal Trainers

Location:

Westerly, RI - 02891 Positions available: 1 Job #: 81362829352-66203043836

Source:

PetSmart

Posted:

03/05/2026

Web Site:

www.petsmart.com

Job Type:

Full Time (30 Hours or More) Job Requirements and Properties Help for Job Requirements and Properties. Opens a new window. Work Onsite Full Time Schedule Full Time Job Description Help for Job Description. Opens a new window. PetSmart does Anything for Pets - JOIN

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Pet Trainer About Life at PetSmart At PetSmart, Anything for Pets begins with our people. Every associate plays a vital role in creating meaningful experiences for pets and their families, and we empower our teams with the tools, resources, and opportunities to grow and succeed. Benefits that benefit you

• Paid Weekly
• Health & Wellness Benefits
• 401k Plan with company match
• Paid Time off for full-time associates
• Associate discounts
• Tuition Assistance
• Career pathing
• Development opportunities Job Summary PetSmart's Pet Training Instructor is responsible for engaging with pet parents and their pets while providing positive experiences and upholding the company's vision, mission, values, and strategy.

They will actively seek out pets and pet parents to educate them on the benefits of pet training and will deliver pet training services in accordance with PetSmart's curriculum. Essential Responsibilities Job responsibilities include, but are not limited to, the following and may vary depending on store characteristics and needs:

• Responsible for pet parent experience and outcomes conducted over the telephone, in person or online, and responding to pet parent concerns.
• Actively sell training classes in store, over the phone and online.
• Educates pet parents about the benefits of our entire pet training curriculum.
• Maintains all paperwork related to pet training.
• Educates fellow associates and acts as the subject matter expert for their location on the benefits of pet training.
• Schedules training classes as outlined by the Company expectations.
• Responsible for creating a safe environment for the people and pets in their classes and surrounding areas of the store.
• Ensures the pet training area and surrounding areas are clean and presentable.
• Recognize associates for their contributions to selling pet training.
• Responsible for taking immediate action when a sick/injured pet is identified in the store; transport to the vet as needed.
• Recommends, informs and sells merchandise and services.
• Assists and works in other departments as required. Other duties may be assigned.
• Participates in our culture of Belonging and Recognition.
• Follows all Company Policies and Procedures. Additional Information Help for Additional Information. Opens a new window. Qualifications
• 1-2 years of retail experience in a customer-focused environment.
• Accredited in PetSmart Training Instructor Course
• Proficiency in computer applications.
• Ability to react under pressure and maintain composure.
• Flexibility in schedule, able to work evenings, weekends, and holidays as needed
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills. Essential physical demands and work environment
• Associate required to stand, walk, climb a ladder, and use hands to handle, feel, hold, write, etc. The associate frequently is required to reach with hands and arms: stoop, kneel, crouch, talk and hear. Specific vision abilities required by this job include depth perception. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
• Associate must frequently lift and/or move up to 50 pounds and occasionally team lift and/or move more than 100 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include depth perception.
• While performing this job, the associate is occasionally exposed to moving mechanical parts and a wet environment with an abundance of pet hair.

The noise level is moderate in the work environment; however, associates may be exposed to high levels of noise at times. Exposure to live animals and their handling is common. Do what you love Join us for a chance to make a meaningful impact every day. Whether it's helping a customer choo Visit the Employer site for more details