Retail Associate (Habitat ReStore) - Milton

GREEN MOUNTAIN HABITAT FOR HUMANITY•Milton, VT

1d•Onsite

About The Position

Green Mountain Habitat for Humanity seeks ReStore Associates to support its retail and warehouse operations at locations in Williston, Milton, and Swanton. ReStores accept donated new and gently used goods and sell them at discounted prices, promoting sustainability and access to affordable resources. Proceeds support the construction of permanently affordable housing in Northwestern Vermont. The Associate helps the store run smoothly by safely handling, sorting, pricing, and moving donations; supporting warehouse and sales-floor operations; and providing excellent service to donors and customers. Associates help ensure that visitors have a safe, positive experience and understand the organization’s mission. The schedule varies according to store needs and employee availability, and there is no travel. The position pays $16 per hour and may be full-time or part-time. Candidates must be able to lift up to 50 pounds and stand or walk for extended periods. The work environment is fast-paced and noisy.

Requirements

Experience working in a retail setting and/or a warehouse.
Able to communicate well with staff, volunteers, donors, and ReStore visitors.
Dependable and able to adhere to a schedule.
Able to focus on and complete truck loading for an entire shift.
Excellent customer service skills to respond to questions or concerns.
Strong time-management skills and ability to prioritize tasks.
Flexibility to switch quickly to new tasks.
Ability to work as part of a team and complete assigned tasks.
Light arithmetic skills to accurately operate the register.
Able to lift 50 pounds.
Able to stand and walk for extended periods.

Nice To Haves

Experience handling heavy goods and loading goods for transport.
High school diploma.

Responsibilities

Unload donated items from donors’ vehicles and accept or reject donations based on whether they are in good, sellable condition.
Explain Green Mountain Habitat for Humanity’s mission to donors and provide appropriate donation documentation.
Assist truck drivers with scheduled and specialty pickups.
Move items from trucks and the warehouse to the sales floor.
Clean, sort, price, and move donations according to the price guide.
Work with the Supervisor to maintain consistent inventory standards.
Keep the loading dock safe and clear and the back room free of clutter.
Maintain a clean, presentable, safe, and engaging sales floor.
Greet customers, answer questions, and foster a welcoming environment.
Help complete the daily store-opening and closing checklist.
Process customer transactions through the point-of-sale system, including discounts, coupons, returns, and tax exemptions.
Help customers carry purchased items to their vehicles.
Sort clothing donations and prepare them for the sales floor.
Attend community and Green Mountain Habitat for Humanity events and assist with setup and cleanup.
Perform other duties as assigned.