Distribution Warehouse Associate

About Life at PetSmart

Our associates are the heart of Team PetSmart. Together, we're building the best team in retail through our values-based culture, connection, and teamwork. Our goal is to create a culture where associates learn and grow together, thrive as effective teams, and challenge each other to be the best they can be.

Our Distribution Centers are hiring full-time associates for a variety of shifts. PetSmart offers four 10-hour weekday shifts, or three 12-hour weekend shifts. Shifts vary by location and may include shift differential pay. Below is an example of shifts within the Distribution Center:

Morning Shift is Monday - Thursday from 5am - 3:30pm

Afternoon/overnight shift is Monday-Thursday 4pm-2:30am

Weekend Shift is Friday - Sunday from 5am - 5:30pm

Benefits that benefit you

Paid weekly
3 and 4-day work weeks
Health & Wellness Benefits
Shift Differentials
Pay for Performance
Referral bonus
401k plan with company match
Tuition assistance
Associate discounts
Paid time off
Career pathing
Development opportunities

Learn more, earn more!

Here at PetSmart, we put YOU in charge of your paycheck and career! We’re proud to foster a goal-driven environment where your hard work and results are recognized and rewarded.

Step increases: We value your continued growth and development and offer 6 pay increases for your first 24 months!
- We believe associates do most of their learning and development during the first 2 years of service; therefore, we have a seven-step pay program during this time. This includes 6 automatic wage increases after your starting pay rate. 4 in the first year of service and 2 more in your second year.
Pay-for-performance program: Earn up to $4.00 MORE PER HOUR when exceeding productivity goals
Team bonus multiplier so when the DC does well, you do well, too!
Pay increases with promotions
Recommend your friends and family and earn up to $2000 & 4 paid Discretionary Days for additional time off as part of our Associate Referral Bonus Program

The impact you’ll make

As a Distribution Associate, you will be part of an energetic team environment with the opportunity to work in a variety of positions in our warehouse:

Picker & Packer: Picks store specific product from modules into totes and on conveyor belt, pack larger product to stack on pallets, automated WMS
Stocker & Cherry Picker: Places handpicked products into designated modules or reserve docking locations
Receiver & Unloader: While unloading trailers you'll scan products into inventory; sorts mixed SKU pallets for stocking and replenishment
Loader: Ensures trailers are loaded with accuracy to optimize capacity

What we are looking for

Passion for pets and people and the desire to grow a fulfilling career
High school diploma or equivalent preferred
Apply basic instructions and procedures and responds to standard requests which may be written, oral, by headset or walkie talkie
Ability to bend, twist, stretch, push, pull and carry and lift up to 50 pounds
Comfortable alternating between standing, sitting and or walking for an entire shift which is typically 10-12 hours
Willing and able to operate powered industrial and mechanical equipment including but not limited to reach truck, standups, dock stocker and pushcarts *proper training and safety standards are provided
Work in various temperatures and noise levels

Do what you love

We are delighted you are interested in joining our pack and helping us in our commitment to doing Anything for Pets, and the people who love them. We are 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. This position is paid on a per hour basis. In no instance will PetSmart pay less than the local minimum wage. This position is also eligible for benefits as described at

*This job posting does not have an application deadline. Applications are reviewed on an ongoing basis, and our Hiring Managers actively engage with qualified candidates.

Applicants must be over the age of 18 (except in Montana or where otherwise required by local or state law)

The employer will consider for employment qualified Applicants with Criminal Histories in a manner consistent with the Los Angeles Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring.

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.

16 openings across locations