Customer Service
Retail Hardware Store Customer Service Associate (Entry-Level)
We are seeking part time Customer Service Associate's to join our team. Job includes providing friendly, helpful assistance to customers while maintaining a clean, organized, and well-stocked store. This is entry-level position provides on-the-job training and product knowledge support. The ideal candidate enjoys helping others and is eager to learn in a supportive, team-oriented work environment.
The position includes but is not limited to:
Greet customers in a welcoming manner and assist them in locating products
Provides outstanding customer service
Answer basic questions about hardware items, tools, and home improvement supplies (training provided)
Stock shelves, organize merchandise, and maintain store appearance
Drives sales through customers engagement and product knowledge
Assist with inventory, including receiving, stocking and pricing merchandise
Answer customer service phone calls
Mix and match paint
Cut keys, rope, wire, wood, etc
Follow store policies and safety procedures
Physical Requirements Include:
Standing for long periods
Must regularly lift and/or move up to 10 pounds and occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds
Applicant must have flexible availability to work evenings, weekend shifts and Holidays.
Friendly, positive, helpful attitude with a strong focus on assisting customers
Retail or customer service experience is a plus, but we’re happy to train the right person
Willingness to learn about hardware products, tools, and basic home improvement needs
Comfortable talking with customers and answering questions in -person and over the phone
Problem-solving skills and attention to detail
Good communication skills and ability to follow instructions
Basic math skills and handle cash transactions accurately while operating a point-of-sale (POS) system
Ability to work independently as well as part of a team and take direction from supervisors
Ability to stand for long periods and lift moderately heavy items
Flexible availability, including weekends and holidays