Assistant Store Manager

Extra Space Storage • Columbia, SC

13d • $16 - $18

About The Position

The Assistant Store Manager supports the daily operations of one or more self-storage locations under the guidance of the District Manager and Store Manager. The role helps ensure high cleanliness standards and operational excellence while building customer relationships through in-person and phone interactions, presenting a structured sales process, and managing customer accounts. The position works across multiple stores in the district.

The role includes customer service and sales, facility maintenance and safety inspections, handling customer concerns and account payments, and completing daily bank deposits. It involves both indoor and outdoor work, with duties ranging from desk work to physical tasks and exposure to seasonal weather conditions.

Requirements

• At least 1 year of customer-facing work experience.
• A current valid driver’s license and access to a reliable personal vehicle for daily bank deposits and travel to other sites as needed, except in New York City and Brooklyn.
• High school diploma or GED.
• Ability to perform indoor and outdoor duties, including standing, walking, climbing stairs, bending, sitting, and lifting or moving items up to 35 pounds regularly and up to 50 pounds occasionally.

Nice To Haves

• Sales experience is preferred.
• College education is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Build and maintain strong customer relationships by identifying storage needs and providing tailored solutions.
• Maximize sales objectives through unit rentals, unit insurance, and moving supplies.
• Maintain the site to high cleanliness standards, including the office, storage building interiors and exteriors, grounds, and surrounding areas.
• Perform daily site safety inspections, including lock checks.
• Address and resolve customer concerns related to billing, security, auctions, and proper site usage.
• Handle cash transactions, balance receipts, follow up on delinquent payments, process customer payments, and complete daily bank deposits.
• Establish and maintain professional relationships with Extra Space employees.
• Perform additional duties as assigned.

Benefits

• Paid time off accrued throughout the year, increasing with years of service.
• 401(k) with a generous company match and Traditional and/or Roth options.
• Affordable medical benefit options, with up to a $1,000 annual employer contribution to a Health Savings Account.
• EXTRA Healthy Wellness Program with rewards toward the medical premium.
• BenefitHub discounts on apparel, auto, electronics, entertainment, pets, travel, and other categories.
• Daytime hours and the potential for Sundays off, depending on location.
• Competitive starting pay.
• Company culture and growth opportunities throughout the U.S.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED