At Spikes and Houles in Loretto we are looking for passionate individuals to join our team and provide exceptional service for our customers! If you love working with people and are ready to take on a fun, fast-paced environment, we want YOU! This position will offer up to 20 hours/week. Candidates must be available to work weekend hours as well as opening OR closing shifts during the week. As a Customer Sales Representative, you'll be helping customers with their needs both inside the store and the garden center, whether it's selecting the perfect feed, offering expert advice, or assisting with our wide variety of lawn and garden products. You'll be at the heart of our store, ensuring our customers have an exceptional experience while: Greeting customers and providing personalized solutions. Assisting with product recommendations, warranties, and replacement parts. Keeping the store organized and stocked with seasonal items. Operating cash registers and managing payment transactions. Maintaining outdoor displays and helping customers with their purchases, including our carry-out service. Safely handling live chicks and other seasonal products. Operating forklifts and other warehouse equipment to safely unload trucks and pull customer orders. Contributing to the store's visual displays and keeping everything neat and tidy.

Essential Qualifications:

Must be at least 18 years of age to cross train on warehouse equipment. 1+ year of customer service and cash handling experience preferred. Availability to work weekend hours and Opening or Closing shifts (this is essential for the role!). Ability to stand for 8-10 hours, lift up to 50 lbs, and perform physical tasks (bending, stooping, etc.). A love for customer service, with excellent communication and listening skills! Why Join Us? Some of our benefits may include: Competitive wages to keep you thriving this season! Flexible schedules with day, evening, and weekend shifts. Tuition Assistance for eligible employees to support your personal growth. Scholarship opportunities for those looking to further their education. Employee discounts on all products Health and welfare insurances to keep you and your loved ones covered. 401k savings with company match to help you plan for the future. Employee referral bonuses—the more the merrier! An Internship Program for career development and growth. Ready to Join Our Team? If you're excited about the prospect of working in a fast-paced, Spring-filled environment with an energetic team, apply today and let's make this season the best one yet!

E-Verify:

Gertens participates in the U.S. Department of Homeland Security E-Verify program in all facilities located in the United States. The E-Verify program is an Internet-based employment eligibility verification system operated by the U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services. Gertens Family of Businesses is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer