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Area 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. This posting reflects an existing vacancy, and we are actively seeking candidates for this role.
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 Area Pet Trainer is responsible for engaging with pet parents and their pets while providing positive experiences and upholding the company’s vision, mission, values, and strategy. The Area Pet Trainer will be responsible for training all existing and new Pet Training Instructors for their assigned areas. They will actively seek out pets and pet parents to educate them on the benefits of pet training 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:
Pet Training Responsibilities:
- Actively sell training classes in store, over the phone and online.
- Connect with pet parents to educate them about the benefits of our entire pet training curriculum.
- Recognize associates for their contributions to selling pet training.
- Schedule training classes as outlined by the Company expectations.
- Maintain all paperwork related to pet training.
- Teach classes at times that are optimal to maximize participation.
Pet Training Leadership:
- Train and certify all new pet training instructors within the assigned group of stores.
- Provide feedback to the District Leader and Store Leader on the progress of the new Pet Trainer’s Accreditation process including strengths and opportunities.
- Attend additional education classes as offered by the company.
Overall Store Experience:
- Responsible for pet parent experience and outcomes conducted over the telephone, in person or online, and responding to pet parent concerns.
- Recommends, informs, and sells merchandise and services.
- Maintains brand standards of the store including but not limited to maintaining the pet training podium, cleaning up after pet accidents, store recovery, collecting carts, etc.
- Responsible for creating a safe environment for the people and pets in their classes and surrounding areas of the store.
- Ensure the pet training rink and surrounding areas are clean and sanitized.
- Backup to operate point-of-sale (POS) systems and handle cash transactions, ensuring accuracy and compliance with company policies.
- Responsible for taking immediate action when a sick/injured pet is identified in the store; transport to the vet as needed.
- 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.
Qualifications
- Accredited in PetSmart Training Instructor Course.
- Minimum of 1 year PetSmart training experience.
- 2+ years of retail experience in a customer focused environment.
- Flexibility in schedule, able to work evenings, weekends, and holidays as needed.
- Proficiency in computer applications.
- Strong written and verbal communication skills.
- Ability to react under pressure, solve practical problems and maintain composure.
Supervisory responsibility
No direct reports, however, are expected to train, guide and support the development of other associates.
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 the duties of this job, the associate is occasionally exposed to moving mechanical parts, as well as 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 choose their first fish, celebrating a pet's birthday, or seeing the smile on a pet parent’s face after a fresh groom—you'll create moments that matter. At PetSmart, we cherish diversity and the unique perspectives of our 50,000 associates, all united by a passion for pets.
We’re delighted you’re interested in joining our pack and helping us in our commitment to doing Anything for Pets, and the people who love them. We're excited to hear your story and learn more about you! Apply Now!
PetSmart is an Equal Opportunity Employer
PetSmart provides an equal opportunity for all associates and job applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or other legally protected characteristics. We offer reasonable accommodations to applicants with disabilities throughout our application process, upon request and as required by law.
This job summary is intended to describe the general nature and level of work associates/leaders assigned to this job perform. It is not intended to include all duties and responsibilities. You will be provided with a copy of a job description for the actual position you are hired into. Exact rate of pay will be based on relevant experience level, training, skills or knowledge and store location. In no instance will PetSmart pay less than the local minimum wage. This position is also eligible for train pay which is based on a percent of training sales (which is 0% for Pet Training Instructor Trainees, 20% of training sales for Pet Training Instructor 2, 25% of training sales for Pet Training Instructor 3, and 30% of training sales for Area Pet Training Instructor), as well as benefits, as described at https://benefits.petsmart.com/us/
Applicants must be over the age of 18 (except in Montana or where otherwise required by local or state law)
For applicants in our Waterloo, San Francisco, or Los Angeles locations: Pursuant to the Waterloo and San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, as well as the Los Angeles Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring, we will consider for employment, qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records in a manner consistent with the law.
PetSmart does Anything for Pets – JOIN OUR TEAM!
Area 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. This posting reflects an existing vacancy, and we are actively seeking candidates for this role.
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 Area Pet Trainer is responsible for engaging with pet parents and their pets while providing positive experiences and upholding the company’s vision, mission, values, and strategy. The Area Pet Trainer will be responsible for training all existing and new Pet Training Instructors for their assigned areas. They will actively seek out pets and pet parents to educate them on the benefits of pet training 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:
Pet Training Responsibilities:
- Actively sell training classes in store, over the phone and online.
- Connect with pet parents to educate them about the benefits of our entire pet training curriculum.
- Recognize associates for their contributions to selling pet training.
- Schedule training classes as outlined by the Company expectations.
- Maintain all paperwork related to pet training.
- Teach classes at times that are optimal to maximize participation.
Pet Training Leadership:
- Train and certify all new pet training instructors within the assigned group of stores.
- Provide feedback to the District Leader and Store Leader on the progress of the new Pet Trainer’s Accreditation process including strengths and opportunities.
- Attend additional education classes as offered by the company.
Overall Store Experience:
- Responsible for pet parent experience and outcomes conducted over the telephone, in person or online, and responding to pet parent concerns.
- Recommends, informs, and sells merchandise and services.
- Maintains brand standards of the store including but not limited to maintaining the pet training podium, cleaning up after pet accidents, store recovery, collecting carts, etc.
- Responsible for creating a safe environment for the people and pets in their classes and surrounding areas of the store.
- Ensure the pet training rink and surrounding areas are clean and sanitized.
- Backup to operate point-of-sale (POS) systems and handle cash transactions, ensuring accuracy and compliance with company policies.
- Responsible for taking immediate action when a sick/injured pet is identified in the store; transport to the vet as needed.
- 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.
Qualifications
- Accredited in PetSmart Training Instructor Course.
- Minimum of 1 year PetSmart training experience.
- 2+ years of retail experience in a customer focused environment.
- Flexibility in schedule, able to work evenings, weekends, and holidays as needed.
- Proficiency in computer applications.
- Strong written and verbal communication skills.
- Ability to react under pressure, solve practical problems and maintain composure.
Supervisory responsibility
No direct reports, however, are expected to train, guide and support the development of other associates.
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 the duties of this job, the associate is occasionally exposed to moving mechanical parts, as well as 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 choose their first fish, celebrating a pet's birthday, or seeing the smile on a pet parent’s face after a fresh groom—you'll create moments that matter. At PetSmart, we cherish diversity and the unique perspectives of our 50,000 associates, all united by a passion for pets.
We’re delighted you’re interested in joining our pack and helping us in our commitment to doing Anything for Pets, and the people who love them. We're excited to hear your story and learn more about you! Apply Now!
PetSmart is an Equal Opportunity Employer
PetSmart provides an equal opportunity for all associates and job applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or other legally protected characteristics. We offer reasonable accommodations to applicants with disabilities throughout our application process, upon request and as required by law.
This job summary is intended to describe the general nature and level of work associates/leaders assigned to this job perform. It is not intended to include all duties and responsibilities. You will be provided with a copy of a job description for the actual position you are hired into. Exact rate of pay will be based on relevant experience level, training, skills or knowledge and store location. In no instance will PetSmart pay less than the local minimum wage. This position is also eligible for train pay which is based on a percent of training sales (which is 0% for Pet Training Instructor Trainees, 20% of training sales for Pet Training Instructor 2, 25% of training sales for Pet Training Instructor 3, and 30% of training sales for Area Pet Training Instructor), as well as benefits, as described at https://benefits.petsmart.com/us/
Applicants must be over the age of 18 (except in Montana or where otherwise required by local or state law)
For applicants in our Waterloo, San Francisco, or Los Angeles locations: Pursuant to the Waterloo and San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, as well as the Los Angeles Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring, we will consider for employment, qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records in a manner consistent with the law.
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Tailor your resume for retail leadership
PetSmart's Sales Trainee path is explicitly management-track. Highlight any experience supervising staff, hitting sales targets, or running floor operations. A resume framed around retail outcomes moves faster through their hiring pipeline than one listing generic duties.
Ask about sponsorship eligibility during the offer stage
PetSmart sponsors across multiple visa categories, but not every store location or hiring manager handles immigration the same way. Raise sponsorship directly when you receive an offer, before signing, so HR can confirm the role qualifies and loop in their legal team.
Understand how PERM fits a retail career trajectory
EB-2 and EB-3 Green Card sponsorship at a retailer like PetSmart typically requires a PERM labor certification filed through DOL. That process works best once you're in a stable, defined role, so staying in the Sales Trainee program through promotion strengthens your PERM eligibility case.
Target stores in high-volume hiring markets
PetSmart posts Sales Trainee openings across the country, but stores in suburban growth markets often have more consistent hiring cycles and more HR infrastructure to support visa filings. Filtering by metro area can improve your odds of landing in a location with active sponsorship processes.
Use Migrate Mate to find sponsorship-verified openings
Not every Sales Trainee posting on general job boards flags visa sponsorship availability. Use Migrate Mate to filter PetSmart openings specifically by sponsorship status, so you spend your applications on roles where the company has already demonstrated willingness to sponsor.
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Find Sales Trainee at PetSmart JobsFrequently Asked Questions
Does PetSmart sponsor H-1B visas for Sales Trainees?
Yes, PetSmart has sponsored H-1B visas for Sales Trainee roles. The H-1B requires the position to qualify as a specialty occupation, so expect PetSmart's HR and legal team to assess whether the specific role meets that standard. If you're on F-1 OPT, the typical path is to work through OPT first while the company initiates the H-1B process during the annual April filing window.
How do I apply for Sales Trainee jobs at PetSmart?
Apply directly through PetSmart's careers site or use Migrate Mate to browse Sales Trainee openings filtered by visa sponsorship availability. When you apply, tailor your application to emphasize retail leadership experience and any background in customer-facing or team management roles. After a recruiter screen, PetSmart typically moves candidates through a structured interview process before extending offers.
Which visa types are commonly used for Sales Trainee roles at PetSmart?
PetSmart has sponsored H-1B, TN, F-1 OPT, F-1 CPT, and EB-2 and EB-3 Green Cards for this function. F-1 OPT and CPT are common entry points for international students already in the U.S. TN works for Canadian and Mexican nationals in qualifying categories. H-1B and the EB tracks are longer-term paths that typically require completing a portion of the trainee program first.
What qualifications does PetSmart look for in Sales Trainee candidates?
PetSmart looks for candidates with a bachelor's degree, strong customer service instincts, and some exposure to retail or team environments. The Sales Trainee role is management-track, so demonstrated leadership potential matters more than specific industry experience. Pet care knowledge is a plus but not required. Candidates who can show they understand store operations and sales metrics tend to stand out in interviews.
How do I navigate the visa filing timeline as a Sales Trainee at PetSmart?
If you're on F-1 OPT, flag your authorization end date to HR early in the onboarding process so they can plan around USCIS filing deadlines. H-1B petitions must be filed in April for an October 1 start, so timing your role entry to allow at least six months before your OPT expires gives PetSmart's legal team enough runway. For TN candidates, the process is simpler and doesn't follow a cap-based calendar.
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