What are the responsibilities and job description for the Retail Specialist position at Habitat for Humanity of Chester County ReStore?
Every piece of furniture, appliance, and building material sold at the Habitat ReStore helps fund our mission of building strength and stability through shelter. We are looking for a reliable, customer-focused ReStore Specialist to join our tight-knit team. If you enjoy a fast-paced environment, love interacting with people, and aren't afraid of a little heavy lifting, we want to hear from you!
- The ReStore is OPEN WEDNESDAY-SATURDAY.
- This position is part-time, up to 25 hours per week.
- NO HOLIDAYS, NO SUNDAYS.
- Pay STARTS AT $15.75 and is commensurate with experience.
- Must be able to lift and move up to 100lbs.
Title: ReStore Specialist, Habitat for Humanity of Chester County, Inc. (HfHCC)
Accountable to: ReStore Manager, Habitat for Humanity of Chester County, Inc. (HfHCC)
General Description:
This position is responsible for supporting the ReStore team in the handling of donated goods from the point of donation through delivery to the ReStore's receiving area and sales floor. Applicants must be able to repeatedly lift 100 lbs. and be willing to work outside in the course of collecting donations from donors.
Primary Job Responsibilities:
- Must be able to embrace the vision of HFHCC, and the ReStore’s role in it, and effectively communicate the vision to volunteers, customers, and donors.
- Assist driver in operation of navigation, loading of donations and safe transport of donated items from point to point.
- Assist in safe and careful loading and unloading of ReStore donations and purchases from customers’ vehicles and ReStore trucks.
- Safely place new donations on the sales floor in the correct department.
- Assist all customers in a timely and friendly manner.
- Ensure that all items donated are priced in accordance with the ReStore pricing guidelines.
- Maintain cleanliness and organization in the ReStore. Keep aisles clear of product and debris and discard items that are not profitable to the ReStore.
- Continuously monitor safety and security of the receiving and sales area.
- Support ReStore safety, security and anti-theft procedures.
- Follow established guidelines regarding acceptable donations.
- Responsible for accurate operation of cash register system.
- Other duties as assigned or necessary for the effective operation of the store.
Requirements
- Ability to lift/carry up to 100 lbs. plus bending, twisting, reaching.
- Excellent customer service and verbal communication skills.
- Basic computer and math skills with ability to operate cash register and assist in all aspects of store operations as needed.
- Self-motivated with strong organizational and time management skills.
- Ability to effectively relate to customers, staff, and volunteers.
- High School diploma or equivalent required.
- Driver’s license preferred.
- Dedication to and ability to articulate the mission and values of Habitat for Humanity of Chester County.
Job Type: Part-time
Pay: From $15.75 per hour
Expected hours: No more than 25.0 per week
Benefits:
- Employee discount
- Paid time off
Shift:
- 8 hour shift
- Day shift
Ability to commute/relocate:
- Coatesville, PA 19320: Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (Required)
Application Question(s):
- Are you able to lift and move 100 lbs during the course of moving, loading and unloading furniture and appliances?
Shift availability:
- Day Shift (Required)
Work Location: In person
Salary : $16