Team Member - Retail (Full and Part Time shifts) | Cullman Req #5665 America's Thrift Stores, 1721 2nd Avenue SW, Cullman, Alabama, United States of America Apply Share Job Description Posted Sunday, October 4, 2026 at 1:00 AM What's In It For You! Employee discounts Need flexible part time hours? We've got'em! Growth opportunities Help others through our charity partners Save the environment So much more! Why We Will Love You Your smile lights up the room! Your care for our customers Your unique personality and amazing attitude You are a team player ready to work with a diverse group of co-workers You know how to operate a register? Even better! It's never too early to start gaining work experience. You can join our team starting at 16 years old! What Does a Retail Team Member Do Anyway? Greet and interact with customers Operate the register when needed Help keep our sales floor clean and attractive to our customers Share information about our charity partners and our mission with our customers Assist customers with questions and concerns Lift up to 15 lbs. Teamwork Makes The Dream Work Our retail teams work together to provide an excellent experience for our donors and customers. Whether we are building eye catching displays, helping someone find the perfect jeans (thrifting one pair of jeans saves the world 1,800 gallons of water ya know!) or explaining our charity contributions at the checkout, we combine our passion for customer and community service.
Why You Will Love Us:
Our Mission, Vision and Values Mission To Give Back! By... Positively impacting the environment and the communities we serve Providing values that meet our customer's needs and wants Reducing millions of pounds of waste each year Supporting local charities Creating jobs Vision To be the Thrift Brand of Choice in the Southeast and online by offering The Best in value, variety & selection, and convenience for our customers and donors.
Values Real:
I am genuine and approachable. What you see if what you get.
Heart:
I care. I listen with kindness and act with courage.
Own:
I take initiative, ask for help and follow through.
Solve:
I dig in, fix what matters, and move things forward.
Grow:
I meet challenges with optimism knowing I will win or learn.
Position Title:
Team Member -
Retail Reports To:
Retail Supervisor Department:
Retail FLSA Status:
Nonexempt
POSITION SUMMARY
The Team Member - Retail plays an essential role in creating a welcoming, organized, and positive shopping experience for America's Thrift customers. This position supports daily retail operations by providing exceptional customer service, assisting customers with merchandise, operating the cash register, maintaining an organized and visually appealing sales floor, and ensuring merchandise is presented according to company standards. The Team Member - Retail is expected to work with a sense of urgency, demonstrate a strong commitment to teamwork, and contribute to achieving store sales, productivity, and customer service goals. Successful team members are dependable, energetic, customer-focused, and comfortable working in a fast-paced retail environment. This position also serves as an ambassador for America's Thrift by demonstrating the organization's Core Values and supporting its mission within the communities we serve. To meet the needs of store operations, this position requires flexibility to work a rotating schedule, including mid-shifts, evenings, weekends, and holidays.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES
Warmly greets and engages with customers upon entry Promptly responds to customer inquiries and requests Assists customers in locating merchandise throughout the store Attends promptly to cash register calls and operates the register as necessary Approaches tasks with a strong sense of urgency Adheres to proper procedures for handling claims merchandise Maintains a well-organized and visually appealing sales floor Possesses knowledge of products, discounts, and the company's mission Stays informed about all aspects of store operations Completes any additional duties as assigned by management Other duties as assigned by management.
QUALIFICATIONS
High School Degree, GED or equivalent work experiences preferred Must be at least 16 years of age Displays excellent sales and customer service skills through interactions both in person and on the phone Ability to anticipate customers' needs and recommend merchandise Prolonged periods of standing and walking throughout the retail space. Ability to count and handle money Ability to operate cash register Must be able to meet physical demands On-the-job training provided Ability to work a rotating schedule (mid-shifts, evenings, weekends and holidays)
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS
Ability to stand and walk on hard surfaces, including tile and concrete, for prolonged periods throughout the work shift. Ability to frequently bend, stoop, kneel, crouch, reach at or above shoulder level, and perform repetitive movements while stocking, organizing, and handling merchandise. Ability to frequently lift and carry merchandise or other materials weighing up to 50 pounds. Ability to frequently push and pull merchandise, racks, carts, or other materials requiring up to 25 pounds of force. Ability to safely climb and maintain balance when using approved ladders or step equipment, as required to access merchandise or supplies. Ability to use hands and fingers to handle, grasp, feel, scan, sort, tag, and otherwise manipulate merchandise, cash, equipment, and supplies. Ability to perform repetitive hand, wrist, and arm movements associated with operating a cash register, handling merchandise, stocking, and maintaining the sales floor. Ability to communicate effectively with customers, donors, team members, and management and to hear communications and other sounds necessary for safe store operations. Visual ability sufficient to operate a cash register, read merchandise tags and signage, identify products, handle currency, and safely navigate the store. Ability to perform physical activities at a consistent pace in a fast-paced retail environment throughout the scheduled shift. Ability to work primarily indoors in a retail environment with semi-controlled temperatures, with occasional exposure to outdoor weather and temperature conditions as business needs require. Ability to work a rotating and flexible schedule, including mid-shifts, evenings, weekends, and holidays.
WHY AMERICA'S THRIFT
Founded in 1984, America's Thrift is more than a retail company — we are a team driven by purpose, community impact, and opportunity. With stores across the South, we create a unique shopping experience by refreshing our sales floors daily with thousands of new items, making it truly feel like "a new store every day." Our commitment to organization, affordability, and customer service allows shoppers to discover incredible finds while saving up to 70% off traditional retail prices. At America's Thrift, we believe in giving back. Through partnerships with local charities, we help support children facing serious illnesses and individuals impacted by substance abuse recovery. Every donation and purchase contributes to making a positive difference in the communities we serve. We are proud to employ more than 1,500 team members, support local economies, and help keep millions of pounds of reusable goods out of landfills each year. Joining our team means becoming part of a fast-paced, mission-driven environment where hard work, teamwork, and customer focus are valued every day.
BENEFITS
America's Thrift is proud to offer: On-demand pay Flexible scheduling options Monday-Friday day shift schedules Medical, dental, and vision insurance for full-time team members Employee discounts Paid time off Career growth and advancement opportunities So much more!!
EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER
America's Thrift is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law. #IND123 We are an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, age, national origin, disability status, genetic information, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. Job Details Job Family Team Member Pay Type Hourly Hiring Min Rate 10.30 USD Scan this QR code and apply! Download America's Thrift Stores, 1721 2nd Avenue SW, Cullman, Alabama, United States of America