Front Counter Retail Sales Associate

CleanFreak.com; North Charleston (SC); On-site; USD 17,000 - 22,000; Full time

Job summary

Carolina Chemical Equipment Company in Charleston is seeking a motivated Retail Sales Associate to help customers select pressure washers, parts, and cleaning solutions. You will greet walk-in customers, make informed recommendations, and keep the showroom clean and well-stocked.

You will also handle sales transactions, manage inventory with POS systems, receive shipments, restock shelves, and support nearby sales and service teams as needed.

Qualifications

• Experience in retail or customer service.
• Willingness to learn technical product knowledge.
• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs and stand for extended periods.
• Dependable, punctual, and team-oriented.

Responsibilities

• Greet and assist walk-in customers with product selection and purchases.
• Provide knowledgeable recommendations on pressure washers, replacement parts, and cleaning chemicals.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and well-stocked showroom.
• Process sales transactions and manage inventory using point-of-sale systems.
• Assist with receiving shipments and restocking shelves.
• Support outside sales and service teams as needed.

Skills

Strong communication

Customer service

Problem-solving

Retail experience

Tools

POS systems

Job description

About Us

Carolina Chemical Equipment Company, a Division of Kelsan, is a trusted name in the pressure washing industry, proudly serving the Lowcountry with top-quality equipment, parts, and cleaning solutions.

Position Overview

We’re looking for a motivated and customer-focused Retail Sales Associate to join our Charleston team. If you enjoy working with your hands, learning about equipment, and helping customers find the right solutions, this is the job for you.

What You’ll Do

• Greet and assist walk-in customers with product selection and purchases
• Provide knowledgeable recommendations on pressure washers, replacement parts, and cleaning chemicals
• Maintain a clean, organized, and well-stocked showroom
• Process sales transactions and manage inventory using point-of-sale systems
• Assist with receiving shipments and restocking shelves
• Support outside sales and service teams as needed

Requirements

• Previous retail or customer service experience (experience with tools or equipment a plus)
• Strong communication and problem-solving skills
• Willingness to learn technical product knowledge
• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs and work on your feet for extended periods
• Dependable, punctual, and team-oriented

Why Join Us?

• Competitive pay based on experience
• On-the-job training and product education
• Supportive, family-style work environment
• Opportunities for growth in a specialized industry