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Front Counter Associate

Self Serve Lumber
Saint Johns, MI Full Time
POSTED ON 6/3/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 8/3/2026

Self Serve Lumber has been in the lumber industry since 1953 and is now in its fourth generation of being a family run business. We are the convenient, local alternative to the big box home stores, open seven days a week with our convenient drive-thru lumber yard. With over 18 stores across Michigan, we are always looking for great talent to help expand our team. Apply today!

Location: St. Johns, MI

Shift: Part time day shift with flexible schedule

Pay: $14.00 per hour

Reports To: Store Manager/Assistant Manager

Summary: The Front Counter Associate is responsible for assisting customers at the checkout with their in-store merchandise and outside lumber purchases. Other duties include, but are not limited to; greeting customers, stocking, cleaning and answering the store phone as needed.

Responsibilities:

  • Greet and assist customers
  • Wait on and ring up customers at the counter
  • Check all customer loads from the lumber yard when ready to check out
  • Promote project sales and merchandise.
  • Assist in the stocking and pricing of merchandise according to operational guidelines
  • Perform routine housekeeping tasks assigned by store managers as required to maintain the professional image and appearance of the store
  • Participate in the completion of quarterly and annual physical inventory counts.
  • Be alert to practices that waste supplies, utilities and time.
  • As part of the Self Serve Lumber Team, you may be asked to attend any company/store functions or events.

Requirements:

  • Minimum of one or more years of experience in a retail sales position
  • Knowledge of the lumber/hardware industry is a plus, but not required
  • Familiarity with retail sales, merchandising programs and procedures
  • Good people skills and ability to promote sales
  • Good communication skills

Work Environment and Physical Requirements

  • Ability to lift up-to 10lbs. frequently and/or up to 50lbs. occasionally
  • Indoor and outdoor customer assistance in inclement weather at times
  • Be able to sit or stand for long periods of time

Job Type: Part-time

Pay: From $14.00 per hour

Benefits:

  • Employee discount

Application Question(s):

  • All candidates are required to complete a background check, drug screen and physical. Would you be able to complete these?
  • Do you have any experience with lumber or hardware?

Experience:

  • Retail sales: 1 year (Preferred)

Work Location: In person

Salary : $14

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