Hardgoods Sales - Commission + Free Ski Pass

Christy Sports; Bellevue (WA); On-site; USD 25,000 - 32,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Free Employee Ski Pass

Extensive employee discounts

Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance

401(k) with company match

Paid Time Off and Sick Time

Short-Term and Long-Term Disability

Job summary

Sturtevant's is seeking a Hardgoods Sales Associate to help guests find skis, snowboards, boots, and bindings that match their needs and goals. With your product knowledge and welcoming service, you’ll ensure guests leave confident and excited for their time on the mountain.

You’ll engage with customers, perform bootfitting, stay current on gear trends, keep displays tidy, and work as part of a team that shares a passion for mountain living.

Qualifications

• Outgoing, friendly, and able to talk ski or board shop all day.
• Love to ski or snowboard or eager to learn.
• Flexible with schedule — holidays, weekends, split shifts.
• Stand for hours and lift up to 25 lbs.
• Basic computer skills for processing transactions and documentation
• Strong English fluency

Responsibilities

• Welcome guests and guide to the right skis, snowboards, boots, and bindings with confidence and care.
• Provide personalized bootfitting so guests leave comfortable and ready for adventure.
• Share knowledge of latest gear and trends with guests.
• Keep the shop vibe warm and inviting with clean, well-curated displays.
• Create memorable experiences for beginners and experts alike.
• Be part of a team that supports each other to keep the shop running smoothly.

Skills

Customer service

Skiing

Flexibility

Physical stamina

Basic computer skills

English fluency

Tools

POS system

Job description

Current job opportunities are posted here as they become available.

Hardgoods Sales - Commission + Free Ski Pass

The Sturtevant's experience is all about knowledge and premium service. It starts when you log on or walk into one of our stores and continues long after your purchase has been made. In recent years Sturtevant’s has been recognized as the best tennis retailer in the country by Tennis Industry Magazine and the National Gold Medal Ski and Snowboard shop by Ski Magazine. (We are pretty proud of that!) The knowledge you experience is a direct result of our staff’s commitment to our sports, whether it is waiting for that first chair on a powder day, countless hours on the court or early mornings behind the boat. From our owners to each employee, the passion of each of these sports runs deep.

Share the stoke for our Values.

We are welcoming - We meet people where they are without judgement. Whether they're seasoned veterans, first-timers, locals, or vacationers, they trust us to set them up for success with quality equipment and great service.

We are ambassadors of lifestyle - We love what makes the mountain lifestyle special: the people, the environment, and the communities. We want our guests to discover and love the mountain lifestyle as much as we do.

We are rooted in experience - By keeping the history of our roots alive, we maintain the quality service, authenticity, and expertise that our guests value and what made us special in the first place.

We are one team - We make our company a great place to work by collaborating, problem-solving, being accountable, and recognizing our accomplishments. We are each unique contributors to a greater whole.

We are always evolving - Our customer* expectations continue to evolve. To meet their needs, we must evolve to stay relevant. We embrace change and always look for the next evolution of what we can do. *Internal & External

Summary Description

As a Hardgoods Sales Associate, you’ll help every guest—whether they’re stepping into ski boots for the first time or chasing their next expert line—find the right skis, snowboards, boots, and bindings to match their needs and goals. With your product knowledge, people skills, and passion for the outdoors, you’ll deliver welcoming, personalized service that ensures each guest leaves feeling confident, supported, and excited for their time on the mountain.

What You’ll Be Doing (Besides Planning Your Next Powder Day):

• Welcome guests like fellow mountain enthusiasts, guiding them to the right skis, snowboards, boots, and bindings with confidence and care.
• Provide personalized bootfitting so every person leaves feeling comfortable, supported, and ready for adventure.
• Share your stoke and knowledge of the latest gear, keeping up with industry trends and passing that excitement on to guests.
• Keep the shop vibe warm and inviting with clean, well-curated displays.
• Create memorable experiences for beginners finding their first setup and experts chasing their next big line alike.
• Be part of a team that has each other’s backs—pitching in wherever needed to keep the energy high and the shop running smoothly.
• Other duties as assigned.

What Makes You a Fit:

• You’re outgoing, friendly, and can talk ski or board shop all day.
• You love to ski or snowboard (or are eager to learn).
• Flexible with your schedule — holidays, weekends, split shifts? No problem if it means more turns on the mountain.
• You’re good on your feet (literally — standing for hours is no big deal) and can lift up to 25 lbs.
• Basic computer skills for processing transactions and documentation
• Strong English fluency (written and verbal)

Why Choose Sturtevant's?

The Adventure Lifestyle Package

• Free Employee Ski Pass – Your gateway to unlimited mountain access
• Incredible Discounts: Extensive employee discounts on ski gear, retail, and outdoor industry products
• Professional Growth: Ongoing training, certification opportunities, and career advancement paths
• Amazing Team Culture: Work alongside fellow outdoor enthusiasts who share your passion
• Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance
• Employer-paid Basic Life Insurance and AD&D
• 401(k) with company match
• Paid Time Off and Sick Time
• Short-Term and Long-Term Disability

Ready to Join the Adventure?

If you're excited about combining your love for winter sports with helping others discover the joy of the mountain lifestyle, we want to hear from you! At Sturtevant's, you're not just fitting equipment, you're enabling adventures, building confidence, and sharing what makes mountain life extraordinary.

Budgeted range starts at: $18-$23/hour + Commission. Actual pay will be adjusted based on experience.

Equal Opportunity Employer Sturtevant's is an Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE). Qualified applicants are considered for employment without regard to age, race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, disability, or veteran status. Accommodation is available upon request during the application process.

Anticipated start date: Mid-September to October