Distribution Warehouse Custodian

About Life at Pet Smart

At Pet Smart, 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.

Our Distribution Centers are hiring full‑time associates for a variety of shifts. Pet Smart offers four 10‑hour weekday shifts, or three 12‑hour weekend shifts.
Shifts vary by location and may include shift differential pay.

Example shifts within the Distribution Center:

• Morning Shift: Monday – Thursday 5 am – 3:30 pm
• Afternoon/Evening Shift: Monday – Thursday 4 pm – 2:30 am
• Weekend Shift: Friday – Sunday 5 am – 5:30 pm

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

• Step increases: 6 pay increases over the first 24 months (4 in Year 1 and 2 in Year 2)
• Pay‑for‑performance program: up to $4.00 extra per hour when exceeding productivity goals
• Team bonus multiplier
• Pay increases with promotions
• Referral bonus up to $2 000 and 4 paid discretionary days

The Distribution Warehouse Custodian ensures the building is clean and safe for associates, supporting productivity, accuracy, and reliability across the distribution center.

• Passion for pets and people; desire to grow a fulfilling career
• High school diploma or equivalent preferred
• Apply basic instructions and procedures; respond to standard requests (written, oral, headset, walkie‑talkie)
• Ability to bend, twist, stretch, push, pull, carry, and lift up to 50 pounds
• Comfortable alternating between standing, sitting, or walking for an entire shift (usually 10‑12 hours)
• Willing and able to operate powered industrial and mechanical equipment—including reach trucks, stand‑ups, dock stockers, and pushcarts (proper training and safety standards provided)
• Work in various temperatures and noise levels

Pet Smart 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.