Retail Sales – Part Time
About The Position
Lowe’s is hiring a part-time Customer Service Associate to welcome customers and help them find products and services for home improvement needs. Associates listen to customers, answer questions, help locate and select merchandise, occasionally load merchandise, and work to ensure customer needs are met. Department assignment depends on hiring needs and skillsets and may include Appliances, Cabinets, Flooring, Live Nursery, Inside Garden, Hardware, Tools, Millwork, Building Materials, Plumbing, Electrical, Paint, Home Décor, Tool Rental, or Pro Services. Daily responsibilities vary by department. The role does not require regular travel, although occasional travel to meetings, training, or neighboring stores may be needed. Work conditions may include both indoor and outdoor environments, changing climates and weather, noise, and moving or shaking objects and equipment. Lifting methods depend on role, weight, and volume. Single lifts are limited to 75 pounds; team lifts are used minimally starting at 75 pounds or when needed. Powered equipment should be used as required, with proper training or assistance from a trained coworker.
Requirements
- At least 6 months of experience using a computer, including inputting, accessing, modifying, or outputting information.
- At least 6 months of experience using common retail technology, such as smartphones and tablets.
- Ability to read, write, and perform basic arithmetic, including addition and subtraction.
- Ability to perform duties that may require prolonged standing, sitting, and other activities necessary to perform the job.
- Ability to lift at least 25 pounds unassisted, or more than 25 pounds with or without an accommodation.
Nice To Haves
- At least 6 months of retail and/or customer service experience.
- Bilingual skills.
- Certification in a trade related to the department, such as hardware, kitchen, plumbing, electrical, lawn and garden, or lumber/building materials.
Responsibilities
- Welcome customers, answer questions, and provide friendly, professional customer service.
- Assist customers with locating and handling merchandise.
- Down-stock merchandise by identifying empty shelf areas and replenishing supplies.
- Process orders and deliveries accurately so customers receive merchandise as expected and on time.
- Cross-functionally train in other store areas to help provide customer service.
- Prepare merchandise according to customer needs, such as tinting and mixing paint, cutting and threading pipe, cutting and bundling wood, cutting drywall, or cutting blinds.
- Guide customers through shopping or checkout.
- Complete other duties as assigned.
- Occasionally load merchandise and help ensure customer needs are met.
Benefits
- Health insurance options
- Tuition assistance and education support programs, including trade skills scholarships
- 401(k) retirement account with company match
- Employee Stock Purchase Plan (subject to eligibility)
- 10% Lowe’s Associate Discount and broader discount platform
- Flexible schedules
- Dental insurance
- Vision insurance
- Life insurance
- Disability insurance
- Paid time off, including vacation, holidays, sick time, and volunteer time, based on role, tenure, and locality
- Flexible spending and health savings accounts
- Employee Assistance Program with concierge, work/life services, and no-cost counseling
- Business Travel Accident insurance
- Maternity and parental leave
- Adoption assistance
- Learning and development opportunities
- Annual bonuses, deferred compensation plan enrollment, and grant awards (discretionary and subject to eligibility)
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Part-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
