htmlPetSmart does Anything for Pets ? JOIN OUR TEAM!Retail Sales Associate Part TimeAbout Life at PetSmartAt 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 youTake care of yourself and your family members?whether they be two-legged or four, have feathers, fur, or fins. Enjoy true rewards (plus lots of warm, fuzzy feelings)! Check out some of our AWEsome offerings: Paid Weekly Health & Wellness Benefits* Group Registered Retirement Plan (RRSP) with company match Paid Time off for full-time associates Associate discounts Tuition Assistance Career pathing Development opportunitiesJob summaryPetSmart?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 and maintenance, and pet safety standards as well as the direct care of pets within our store.Essential responsibilitiesJob responsibilities include, but are not limited to, the following and may vary depending on store characteristics and needs: Responsible for the pet parent experience and outcomes conducted in person, over the phone, at the sales register, and online. Greets pet parents and answers their questions throughout the store. Prepares online orders for pick-up in store and ensures a smooth, positive, pick-up experience. Responsible for the pet healthcare of store-owned pets, which includes feeding, watering, and cleaning all pet habitats (bird, reptile, small animal, cricket, and fish aquariums). Maintains total store cleanliness standards. Supports the store with weekly price changes and monthly promotional pricing. Stages and sorts new product to match sales floor planners. Faces, fills, and recovers products to meet sales floor standards. Recommends, informs, and sells merchandise, services, and live pets. Administers store-owned pet medications as directed by a veterinarian. Promotes special events such as adoption weekends, Treats enrollment, charity events, etc. Ensures a safe environment for our associates, pets, and pet parents. 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 various areas throughout the store (including services) as required. Other duties may be assigned. Participates in our culture of Belonging and Recognition. Follows all Company Policies and Procedures.Qualifications Strong written and verbal communication skills. Flexibility in schedule, able to work evenings, weekends, and holidays as needed. Ability to react under pressure and maintain composure.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. 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 loveJoin 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 birt