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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.
$31,282 / year median in Ohio
+5% projected growth
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Sales Team Member (Hardware, Electrical, Plumbing and Paint) Hartville Hardware
•3.8 Hartville, OH Job Details Part-time 1 day ago Benefits Flexible schedule Qualifications Customer communication Full Job Description Hartville Hardware
HARTVILLE HARDWARE & LUMBER
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AN HRM ENTERPRISES COMPANY
Sales Team Member
HARDWARE
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ELECTRICAL
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PLUMBING
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PAINT HARTVILLE HARDWARE
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HARTVILLE, OH SUNDAYS OFF PART-TIME SATURDAYS REQUIRED HARDWARE ELECTRICAL PLUMBING PAINT LOCATION
Hartville, OH
POSITION TYPE
Part-Time
STORE HOURS
Mon-Fri 7am-7pm Sat 8am-6pm SUNDAYS Always Off
POSITION OVERVIEW
As a Sales Team Member in Hardware, Electrical, Plumbing, and Paint, you are the expert customers count on to help them get the job done right. Whether someone is a seasoned contractor tackling a full renovation or a first-time homeowner fixing a leaky faucet, your product knowledge and genuine care for helping people will make all the difference. This is a role for someone who loves solving problems, enjoys talking with customers, and takes pride in being the go-to person in their department. If you know your way around a hardware store — or are ready to learn — we want to hear from you.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES CUSTOMER SERVICE & SALES
Assist customers in selecting the right hardware, electrical, plumbing, and paint products for their specific projects Provide basic to advanced advice on product usage, installation, and maintenance Build positive, lasting relationships with customers through exceptional, genuine service Resolve customer inquiries and concerns in a professional and timely manner
PRODUCT KNOWLEDGE & SUPPORT
Learn and explain the features, benefits, and applications of tools, hardware, electrical, plumbing, and paint products Guide customers in selecting the correct materials for repairs, renovations, and DIY projects Offer troubleshooting assistance for common home improvement challenges
MERCHANDISING & INVENTORY
Ensure products are well-stocked, correctly labeled, and attractively displayed Keep work areas clean, organized, and safe for both customers and team members
TEAM & STORE OPERATIONS
Work closely with team members to deliver a seamless shopping experience Follow store policies and safety guidelines when handling products and assisting customers Participate in promotional events, sales initiatives, and product training sessions
AVAILABILITY REQUIREMENTS AVAILABILITY
Must be available to work one evening shift per week (until 7:00 PM) and most Saturdays. Store hours are listed below — Sundays are always off. MON
•FRI 7:00 AM
•7:00 PM
SATURDAY 8
00 AM
•6:00 PM SUNDAY Always Closed
WHAT WE ARE LOOKING FOR
Retail or customer service experience preferred — especially in hardware, electrical, plumbing, or paint Basic knowledge of home improvement, repairs, and building materials Strong communication and problem-solving skills — you listen as much as you advise Adept listener with a teachable attitude and willingness to grow your product knowledge Proven and reliable work ethic; dependable and consistent Friendly, team-oriented attitude with a commitment to delivering exceptional customer experiences Comfortable with point-of-sale systems and basic technology used to process orders and payments Ability to lift and move products as needed in the department Flexibility to thrive in a fast-paced, ever-changing environment
WHAT WE OFFER
Sundays Off Every Sunday, guaranteed — time to recharge and spend time with the people who matter most. Flexible Schedule Part-time hours that work around your life — great for students, parents, and those looking for supplemental income. Team Member Discounts Exclusive discounts on Hartville Hardware products and services. Wellness Programs Programs designed to support your overall health and well-being. Professional Development Ongoing opportunities to grow your product knowledge and advance your career. Team Events A team that works hard and celebrates together.
OUR VALUES
We do whatever it takes. Committed to excellence and solving problems — for customers and for each other. We give more than is expected. Going above and beyond is not the exception here — it's the standard. We are long-term focused. We build careers and relationships that last. Many of our team members have been here for decades.
ABOUT HARTVILLE HARDWARE
Hartville Hardware has been locally owned and operated for over 82 years — the largest independent hardware store in the country and part of the HRM Enterprises family of businesses, which includes a renowned restaurant, a thriving Marketplace, and a campus that draws guests from across the region. We are a team that consistently goes above and beyond for our customers and for each other. Many of our team members have built lifelong careers here, some for more than 40 years. We take care of our people and believe that a great team is the foundation of everything we do.
PRE-EMPLOYMENT SCREENING
All offers of employment are contingent upon the successful completion of a background check and drug screening. Hartville Hardware
HARTVILLE HARDWARE & LUMBER
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AN HRM ENTERPRISES COMPANY HRM
Enterprises, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer.