Have you ever wanted a career that challenges your mind and rewards your heart? Have you ever been told you think differently—in the best way? Do you enjoy solving problems, connecting with people from all walks of life, and making an impact in your community every single day? We're looking for someone just like you to join our dynamic team in the unique and fast-paced world of pawn. This isn't your typical retail job—this is a place where critical thinking, compassion, and curiosity come together. As a pawnbroker, you'll learn the ins and outs of a one-of-a-kind industry with real potential to grow into a leadership role once the craft is learned. Bring your personality, your drive, your sense of humor, and your willingness to grow—we'll provide the training, mentorship, and opportunity to thrive. Ameripawn is a family-owned and operated company that has been in business for 41 years, and we have 3 locations in NWI! We are hiring for all three of our locations, Lake Station, LaPorte, and Valparaiso. The qualified applicant will be able to work weekly in our Lake Station, Valparaiso and LaPorte locations, as needed. $16 per hour starting pay, plus monthly commission bonus

• 40 hours a week plus 2 hours of overtime a week standard.

Full time, Saturdays required. Paid vacation and personal days after one year of employment 401K with up to 4% employer match

Responsibilities:

• Evaluate and appraise items brought in for pawn or sale
• Provide excellent customer service and assist customers in selecting items
• Negotiate and finalize pawn or sale transactions
• Maintain accurate records of all transactions
• Keep the store clean and organized
• Assist with inventory management and restocking

Experience:

• Previous experience with jewelry and/or coins (bullion and numismatics) is a plus!
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail
• Excellent phone etiquette and communication skills

Skills:

• Knowledge of jewelry, electronics, and other valuable items
• Ability to demonstrate product features and benefits to customers
• Proficient in using technology for sales transactions
• Upselling skills to maximize sales opportunities

Working Conditions:

Primarily indoors, however employees will be asked to assist customers outside or to retrieve products stored in exterior storage buildings or other areas on occasion. Valparaiso location stores and rents Uhaul trucks and trailers on an outdoor lot.

Physical Requirements:

Lifting/Carrying

• Due to the nature of the pawn industry, the types of products and materials that may be lifted, carried or handled during a work shift varies from day-to-day and week-to-week.

On average, a pawn shop employee will handle jewelry, tools, bicycles, and electronics (generators, televisions, etc) on a daily basis. The frequency of these lifts and the weight of the items handled will also vary. We offer competitive pay and a supportive work environment. If you have a passion for sales, enjoy working with valuable items, and have excellent customer service skills, we would love to hear from you. Please note that this job description is not exhaustive and additional responsibilities may be assigned as needed.

Job Type:

Full-time Pay:

From $16.00 per hour Expected hours: 42.0 per week

Benefits:

401(k) 401(k) matching Employee discount Paid time off

Work Location:

In person