Dog Trainer

About the role

As a Petco Certified Dog Trainer, you will play a vital role in furthering Petco's mission as a Pet Health and Wellness company by enhancing the bond between pet parents and their dog companions. Your expertise in modern dog training techniques and positive reinforcement methods will help pet parents develop well-behaved, happy, and healthy dogs.

Responsibilities

• Attend and successfully pass Petco’s 6-week Dog Trainer Instructor Program led by a Petco Certified Dog Trainer Mentor/Academy Instructor.
• Complete all assigned Workday Learning modules and DTIP Student Workbook materials per the DTIP roadmap.
• Recommend and sell appropriate dog training classes, training, and supplies to ensure pet parents and their dogs have the necessary resources for a successful dog training experience.
• Keep accurate records of training sessions, progress, and pet parents' feedback.
• Maintain confidentiality and professionalism at all times.
• Work cross-functionally with the grooming and veterinary teams to provide holistic whole health solutions for all pet parents.
• Complete and apply ongoing training programs to maintain a high level of expertise in the role.
• Provide 360-degree solutions for all Petco Guests.
• Evaluate guest inquiries and refer to the Leader on Duty as needed.

Qualifications

Passionate about animal care, training, and welfare and genuinely interested in improving the lives of pets and their pet parents. Excellent communication and interpersonal skills to effectively interact with pet parents and provide clear instructions, demonstrations, and applicable selling techniques. Demonstrated ability to handle and work with dogs of all sizes, ages, and breeds in a safe and humane manner. Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple tasks and prioritize responsibilities effectively. Flexibility to work weekends, evenings, and holidays as needed to accommodate the training schedule and store operations. Physical stamina to stand, walk, bend, and lift heavy objects (up to 50 pounds) associated with dog training equipment and supplies. Familiarity with computer systems and software to manage training records, schedules, and communication with pet parents.

Skills

• Dog training
• Positive reinforcement
• Animal welfare
• Customer service
• Sales
• Communication
• Interpersonal skills
• Organizational skills
• Animal handling
• Record keeping
• Time management
• Problem solving

Benefits

Not specified

Pay

$16.00 - $22.00 Starting Rate: $17.13 Hourly or Salary Range will be reflected above.

Schedule

Not specified