Full Time - Sales Associate - Building Materials - Closing

Lowe's; Morganton (NC); On-site; USD 17,000 - 22,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Tuition assistance

401(k) company match

Employee stock purchase program

Associate discount

Track to the Trades

Job summary

Lowe's is seeking a Customer Service Associate in Morganton, NC. You will welcome customers, help them locate products, and ensure a smooth shopping experience across departments. You will assist with merchandise organization, checkout, and overall store support to meet customer needs.

Responsibilities vary by department and include answering questions, stocking, processing orders, and cross-training in other areas to deliver exceptional service in a dynamic home improvement environment.

Qualifications

• 6 months experience using a computer (inputting, accessing, modifying data)
• 6 months experience with common retail technology (smartphones/tablets)
• Reading, writing and basic arithmetic skills
• Ability to stand/sit for extended periods and perform duties as required
• Minimally lift 25 lbs unassisted or more with/without accommodation

Responsibilities

• Welcome customers and deliver friendly, professional service
• Assist customers with locating and handling merchandise
• Restock shelves and manage stock levels in assigned area
• Process orders and deliveries accurately so customers receive items on time
• Cross-train in other store areas to support customer service excellence
• Prepare department merchandise per customer needs (e.g., paint, pipes, wood, drywall)
• Guide customers through shopping or checkout
• Perform other duties as assigned

Skills

Basic computer skills

Retail tech experience

Math basics

Stamina for standing and lifting

Job description

Your Impact at Lowe's

How We Support You

• Make your well-being a priority with multiple top-tier health insurance options.
• Explore educational opportunities with Lowe's tuition assistance program.
• Take charge of your financial future with a company-matching 401(k) and optional Employee Stock Purchase Program.
• Gain extra savings with a 10% Associate Discount.
• Learn new trade skills with our Track to the Trades program.
• For information about our benefit programs and eligibility, please visit https://talent.lowes.com/us/en/benefits.

Your Day at Lowe's

As a Customer Service Associate, you will welcome customers to Lowe's and help them find the right products and services for their home improvement needs. You will interact with customers throughout the day, help them find and select products, occasionally load merchandise, and ensure all customer needs are met.

While you will spend most of your time listening to customers, answering questions, and organizing merchandise, your daily responsibilities may vary by department.

Customer Service Associates work in one of the following departments, based on hiring needs and skillsets:

• Appliances
• Cabinets
• Flooring
• Live Nursery
• Inside Garden
• Hardware
• Tools
• Millwork
• Building Materials
• Plumbing
• Electrical
• Paint
• Home Décor
• Tool Rental
• Pro Services

Key Responsibilities

• Welcome customers to Lowe's, answer questions, and deliver friendly and professional customer service.
• Assist customers with locating and handling merchandise
• Down stock merchandise by looking for empty areas on shelves and replenishing supplies
• Process orders and deliveries accurately so customers receive merchandise as expected and on time
• Cross-functionally train in other areas of the store to help deliver the best customer service
• Prepare merchandise in your department based on customer needs (e.g., tint and mix paint, cut and thread pipe, cut and bundle wood, cut drywall, cut blinds)
• Guide customers through shopping or checkout
• Complete other duties as assigned

Minimum Qualifications

• 6 Months Experience using a computer, including inputting, accessing, modifying, or outputting information
• 6 Months Experience using common retail technology, such as smart phones and tablets
• Reading, writing, and performing basic arithmetic (addition and subtraction)
• Able to perform duties that may require prolonged standing, sitting, and other activities necessary to perform job duties
• Minimally lift 25lbs unassisted or over 25lbs with or without an accommodation

Preferred Qualifications

• 6 months of Retail and/or customer service experience
• Bi-lingual skills
• Certification in trade related to department (e.g., hardware, kitchen, plumbing, electrical, lawn and garden, and lumber/building materials)

Travel Requirements

This role does not require regular travel; however, this role may need to travel occasionally to meetings, training, or to support neighboring stores.

Working Conditions

Environmental factors vary by location. You may be working in both inside and outside weather conditions. Exposure to varying climates, including extreme heat or cold, wet, damp, humid, windy, or drafty conditions, is possible. You may be exposed to constant or intermittent noises in addition to moving or shaking objects and equipment.

Lifting methods vary based on role, weight, and volume. Associates must follow guidelines, limiting single lifts to 75 pounds. Team lifts are used minimally starting at 75 pounds or when needed. Powered equipment should be used as required, with proper training or assistance from a trained coworker.

About Lowe's

Lowe's Companies, Inc. (NYSE: LOW) is a FORTUNE 50 home improvement company serving approximately 16 million customer transactions a week in the United States. With total fiscal year 2024 sales of more than $83 billion, Lowe's operates over 1,700 home improvement stores and employs approximately 300,000 associates. Based in Mooresville, N.C., Lowe's supports the communities it serves through programs focused on creating safe, affordable housing, improving community spaces, helping to develop the next generation of skilled trade experts and providing disaster relief to communities in need. For more information, visit Lowes.com.

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