Retail Sales Associate Part Time

PetSmart; Rochester (NH); On-site; USD 30,000 - 40,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid weekly

Associate discounts and perks

Health benefits: medical, dental, vision

401k

Tuition assistance

Career pathing

Development Opportunities

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Retail Sales Associate who is passionate about pets and dedicated to providing exceptional customer service. In this part-time role, you will engage with pet parents, assist with their needs, and ensure the well-being of store pets. Your contributions will help create a welcoming environment that celebrates pet ownership and fosters a sense of community. Join a team that values diversity and offers a supportive culture, where your efforts make a daily impact. If you love animals and thrive in a dynamic environment, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Qualifications

• Strong written and verbal communication skills are essential.
• Flexible schedule required for evenings, weekends, and holidays.

Responsibilities

• Engage with pet parents in person, over the phone, and online.
• Care for store-owned pets, including feeding and cleaning.
• Maintain store cleanliness and assist in various areas as required.

Skills

Communication Skills

Flexibility

Pressure Management

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About Life At PetSmart

At PetSmart, we’re more than just a company obsessed with pets; we’re obsessed with our people too. Our values are rooted in unconditional love—a lesson we learn from our pets—and staying united together. We believe when our associates are happy and healthy, they can provide the best possible care for our furry, scaled, and feathery friends while enjoying a work experience that celebrates them as their authentic selves.

Benefits That Benefit You

• Paid weekly
• Associate discounts and perks
• Health benefits: medical, dental, vision
• 401k
• Tuition assistance
• Career pathing
• Development Opportunities

Job Summary

PetSmart’s Pet Associate (Retail Sales Associate) is responsible for engaging with pet parents and their pets while providing positive experiences and upholding the company’s vision, mission, values, and strategy. This role also shares responsibility for store cleanliness, maintenance, pet safety standards, and the direct care of pets within our store.

Job Responsibilities

• Engage with pet parents in person, over the phone, at the sales register, and online.
• Greet pet parents and answer questions throughout the store.
• Prepare online orders for in-store pickup and ensure a positive experience.
• Care for store-owned pets, including feeding, watering, and cleaning habitats.
• Maintain store cleanliness standards.
• Support weekly price changes and promotional pricing.
• Stage and sort new products to match sales floor plans.
• Stock and recover products to meet sales standards.
• Recommend and sell merchandise, services, and live pets.
• Administer pet medications as directed by a veterinarian.
• Promote events like adoption weekends, charity events, etc.
• Ensure safety for associates, pets, and pet parents.
• Respond promptly to sick or injured pets and seek veterinary care as needed.
• Assist in various store areas as required.
• Participate in our culture of Belonging and Recognition.
• Follow all company policies and procedures.

Qualifications

• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Flexible schedule, able to work evenings, weekends, and holidays.
• Ability to react under pressure and maintain composure.

Physical Demands and Work Environment

• Stand, walk, climb ladders, and handle objects; reach, stoop, kneel, crouch, talk, and hear. Vision abilities include depth perception.
• Lift up to 50 pounds frequently; team lift over 100 pounds occasionally.
• Exposure to moving mechanical parts, pet hair, and moderate noise levels; handling live animals is common.

Join Us

Make a meaningful impact daily—helping customers, celebrating pets, and creating moments that matter. PetSmart values diversity and the unique perspectives of our 50,000+ associates, united by a passion for pets.

We look forward to your application! Apply now to join our team.