Housewares Department Volunteer

Volunteer Lethbridge; Lethbridge; On-site; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Training provided

Letter of reference after 60 hours of volunteering

Job summary

Lethbridge, AB is looking for volunteer shop staff to assist with the processing and sale of donated items. Volunteers will help inspect, clean, and price items, as well as collaborate with other staff to support local community projects.

The position is perfect for those aged 16 and above, who can commit to Tuesdays and additional hours on weekends. Training will be provided on cash handling and customer service, with opportunities for references after volunteering 60 hours.

Qualifications

• Must be 16 years old or above.
• Business casual dress code.
• Ability to collaborate with others and lift up to 20 lbs.

Responsibilities

• Inspect donated items for condition and quality.
• Display items ready for sale on the retail floor.
• Research unique items online to determine their value.
• Collaborate with other volunteers.

Job description

Suitable for

• Community Service/Fine Options
• Support Staff with Client interaction
• Youth

About the Shop

Our shop sells quality, repaired/cleaned and tested donated items at reasonable prices to raise funds to contribute to local community service projects as well as the work of global partners for relief, development and peace.

Role Overview

Volunteer shop staff assist with the processing and sale of donated items to support local community projects.

Responsibilities

• Inspect donated items for condition and quality, clean them, and price them according to guideline.
• Display items ready for sale on the retail floor.
• Research unique items online to determine their value.
• Collaborate with other volunteers and lift up to 20 lbs.

Age Requirements

16 years old or above.

Other Requirements

• Dress code: business casual.
• Volunteer location is on a bus route.
• Breaks are available in the lunchroom with coffee, tea, iced tea and snacks.

Schedule

• Tuesdays 12:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m.
• Fridays or Saturdays for 4 hours at any time from 9:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.

Application Type

Advanced

Other Opportunities

• Training provided by the retail store manager on the cash register and customer service.
• Letter of reference after contributing 60 or more hours of volunteer time.