Sales Associate - Temporary Westbank-Canada Summer Job 30 hours weekly
About The Position
The Sales Associate assists in all areas of the Thrift Store’s operation including: the efficient and effective reclamation, processing or distribution of warehouse goods; provides quality customer service; participation in the maintenance of an effective and attractive display merchandise in order to maximize profitability of the store. This is a Fixed Term Contract Position. Kindly review the eligibility criteria for the Canada Summer Jobs program using the link below before applying. https://www.canada.ca/en/employment-social-development/services/funding/canada-summer-jobs/applicant-guide/who-can-apply.html Canada Summer Jobs Program requirements apply. Individuals who required employer-specific work authorization (e.g., international students on study permits) are not eligible under this program. Recent immigrants are eligible if they are Canadian Citizens or permanent residents. This position is funded through the Canada Summer Jobs program. Applicants must meet program eligibility requirements, including age and legal status criteria.
Requirements
- A minimum of three (3) months prior related experience
- Able to provide Criminal Background Check screening and Vulnerable Secord Check that is satisfactory to The Salvation Army, in its sole discretion, is required.
- Respect and understanding of The Salvation Army – its mission, culture, and values
- Provide an original copy of a Background Check with vulnerable sector screening that is satisfactory to The Salvation Army, in its sole discretion, is required.
- Ability to work in compliance with fire safety, health & safety and emergency procedures
- Willingness to be trained and follow direction
- Attention to detail
- Strong sense of integrity and confidentiality
- Professional ethics and a balanced sense of fairness and flexibility
Nice To Haves
- Alternative combination of education and experience may be considered
Responsibilities
- Provide positive and courteous service to customers
- Process customer transactions at the sales counter including cash and debit/credit sales ensuring accuracy and in accordance with policies and procedures
- Accurate opening and closing of store procedures when required, including POS terminals and till
- Assist in keeping the general sales floor neat & clean and assure product displays are kept full and are tidy
- Keep stock rotated as per schedule or as directed by supervisor
- Implements store layout plans to attract customers including window displays and merchandise displays; Arrange and display sales items
- Work with volunteers as assigned
- Ensure workstations for volunteers are clear and ready before they arrive
- Receives, sorts, stores and prices donations as per directions and standards
- Process donated items by unloading, sorting, packing, storing, bailing and reloading the donations
- Lifts and relocates bags and boxes to determined areas as required. Assists with heavy lifting as required
- Climbs ladders and stores seasonal product in overhead storage bins
- Separates recycling and garbage, and processes both according to the direction given, including into truck for removal
- Meets assigned daily targets; counts, weighs and record incoming and outgoing donations
- Maintains general cleanliness along with the safety and functionality of warehouse and property in accordance with all safety policies and guidelines
- May operate the forklift to move goods as necessary after sufficient training
- Shares janitorial duties in common spaces such as washroom and kitchen
- Performs other duties as assigned
Benefits
- health and dental benefits
- paid vacation and sick time
- RRSP's
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Part-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
