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Habitat For Humanity of Eastern Connecticut

Store Associate (Plainfield ReStore)

Job Description

TITLE:
Habitat for Humanity of Eastern Connecticut ReStore Associate (Plainfield ReStore)
REPORTS TO
ReStore Manager
FLSA STATUS
Non-Exempt/Part-Time SALARY:
$17.25/hr., 20-25 hrs/week The ReStore is a retail business that sells donated building materials, furniture, and appliances at discounted prices to generate revenue to support Habitat for Humanity of Eastern CT. The ReStore exists to financially support the mission of the affiliate. Under the direction of the Store Manager, the ReStore Associate is responsible for creating a welcoming, professional environment by helping donors, retrieving inventory, maintaining an orderly and organized floor, assisting with sales, taking in donations, and other duties that arise within a day's shift.
RESPONSIBILITIES
may include: Welcome customers and donors as they enter the ReStore Process donations, provide appropriate paperwork and clean items to the State's specifications Issue receipts, hold tags, sold tags, appliance testing as needed Lead groups of volunteers in tasks Physical environments, must be able to lift 50lbs and work on feet in a busy retail environment Assist customers with carrying purchases out to their vehicle Additional duties may include:
  • Drive an affiliate-owned vehicle, as assigned by the Store Manager or their designee, for work-related job assignments, community pick-ups, and donations, in accordance with affiliate policies and procedures..
  • Keep all areas of responsibility clean and neat, including inside and outside storage areas.
  • Secure and store cleaning supplies properly, using the proper solvent and application for each donation.
  • Assist in the inventory, storage and movement of donated and purchased product.
  • Organize and maintain store inventory, repackage/label/measure/price, etc.
  • Empty trash and recycling daily as needed.
  • Perform other duties as assigned. In accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, this position:
  • Requires the physical ability to sit, climb a ladder, walk, and/or stand for prolonged periods of time. While the offices are smoke-free and temperature controlled, much of the work may be in non-temperature-controlled conditions, possibly outdoors.
  • The position requires persons who can safely push, lift and/or carry at least 50lbs on an occasional basis and to stand 6 to 8 hours.
Habitat for Humanity of Eastern Connecticut is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, age, religion, gender, sexual orientation, marital status, national origin, or disability. This job description is a summary of expected duties for informational purposes only, and does not create an implicit or explicit contract.
Job Type:
Part-time Pay:
From $17.25 per hour
Benefits:
Paid time off People with a criminal record are encouraged to apply Application Question(s): Do you have experience working in a warehouse setting?
Experience:
customer service: 2 years (Preferred)
License/Certification:
Forklift Certification (Preferred) Shift availability: Day Shift (Preferred) Ability to
Relocate:
Plainfield, CT 06374: Relocate before starting work (Required)
Work Location:
In person

Benefits

  • Paid Time Off (PTO)
  • Dental Insurance

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A Retail Sales Associate sells merchandise or products in a retail store. Provides information about store merchandise, assists customers with finding items and encourages sales.

$35,250 / year median in Connecticut

+8% projected growth

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