What are the responsibilities and job description for the Retail Associate position at Army Barracks Army/Navy Surplus store?
Retail Sales Associate – Army Barracks, Newington, CT
About Us:
Army Barracks is a one-of-a-kind Army/Navy retail store open to the public. We specialize in military surplus, camping, survival, and tactical gear, as well as airsoft guns and accessories—but we sell much more than that. Our stores are packed with a huge variety of men’s, women’s, and children’s clothing, boots, headwear, gloves, backpacks, high-end knives, swords, and other unique novelty items.
We’re passionate about creating a memorable shopping experience that customers will want to return to and share with others.
Position: Retail Sales Associate
Location: Newington, CT
Schedule: Store hours are 10 AM – 6 PM daily
Typical shifts: 10 AM – 6 PM or 12 PM – 6 PM
Weekend availability is required.
You must be available both Saturday and Sunday to be considered for this position. (You will typically work one weekend day, but we need the option to schedule either.)
Hourly Pay: Starting at $17
Responsibilities
- Greet and assist customers in a friendly, helpful manner
- Operate the cash register/POS system for sales transactions
- Answer phone calls and emails professionally
- Work with team members and management to complete daily tasks
- Maintain a clean and organized sales floor
- Ensure every customer has an enjoyable and memorable shopping experience
Qualifications
- Outgoing, energetic, and customer-focused personality
- Interest in learning about and selling our wide variety of products
- Strong communication skills with both customers and coworkers
- 1 year of retail, sales, or customer service experience preferred
- Must be 18 years or older
- Ability to stand for long periods, lift up to 50 lbs, climb ladders, and bend or crouch as needed
- Comfortable handling and discussing items such as airsoft guns, knives, and other weaponry-themed merchandise
- Flexibility to work weekends and some holidays
If you enjoy interacting with people and want to be part of a fun, unique retail environment — we’d love to hear from you!
Please forward your résumé to apply.
Job Type: Part-time
Pay: From $17.00 per hour
Expected hours: 20 – 34 per week
Benefits:
- Employee discount
- Flexible schedule
Education:
- High school or equivalent (Required)
License/Certification:
- Driver's License (Required)
Ability to Commute:
- Newington, CT 06111 (Required)
Work Location: In person
Salary : $17