Merchandise associate

The TJX Companies, Inc.; City of Plattsburgh (NY); On-site; USD 22,000 - 29,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Associate discount

401(k) match

Medical/dental/vision

Life insurance

Paid holidays/vacation/sick

Disability coverage

Job summary

The TJX Companies, Inc. is hiring at HomeGoods in Plattsburgh, NY to maintain a clean store environment and operate floor care equipment such as scrubbers and buffers.

The role emphasizes strong customer service, flexibility, and cross-training across store areas to support daily operations and loss-prevention standards. Applicants should be ready to handle physical cleaning tasks, multi-task effectively, and communicate clearly with team members and management.

Qualifications

• Excellent customer service skills.
• Able to work a flexible schedule to support business needs.
• Strong organizational skills with attention to detail.
• Physical stamina to perform cleaning tasks and run floor buffer and scrubber.
• Capable of multi-tasking.
• Strong communication skills: verbal and written.

Responsibilities

• Operate scrubber and buffer to maintain floor cleanliness.
• Dust mop, damp mop, sweep, vacuum, dust, and spot clean glass and windows.
• Adhere to health and safety, policies, and loss prevention standards.
• Cross-train in multiple store areas to support business needs.
• Support Front End coverage and store recovery as needed.
• Communicate accurately with management and associates.
• Adhere to labor laws and meal/break policies.
• Participate in safety awareness to maintain a safe environment.

Skills

Customer service

Flexible schedule

Organizational skills

Physical stamina

Multi-tasking

Communication skills

Tools

Floor care equipment

Job description

HomeGoods

At TJX Companies, every day brings new opportunities for growth, exploration, and achievement. You’ll be part of our vibrant team that embraces diversity, fosters collaboration, and prioritizes your development. Whether you’re working in our four global Home Offices, Distribution Centers or Retail Stores-JT Maxx, Marshalls, Homegoods, Homesense, Sierra, Winners, and TK Maxx, you’ll find abundant opportunities to learn, thrive, and make an impact. Come join our TJX family- a Fortune 100 company and the world’s leading off-price retailer.

Job Description:

Opportunity: Grow Your Career

Responsible for maintaining a clean and organized store environment with a focus on floor care. Responsibilities include the operation of the scrubber and buffer, dust mopping, damp mopping, sweeping, vacuuming, dusting, and spot cleaning glass and windows. Adheres to all operational, merchandise, and loss prevention standards. Cross-trained to work in multiple areas of the store in order to support the needs of the business.

• Role models established customer experience practices with internal and external customers
• Supports and embodies a positive store culture through honesty, integrity, and respect
• Maintains all floor care cleanliness standards including the maintenance and operation of the scrubber and buffer
• Maintains all organizational, cleanliness, and recovery standards for the entire store, e.g. Sales Floor, Single Queue, Associate Lounge, Backroom and Restrooms
• Adheres to all company policies concerning Health and Safety (includes the refilling of all essential items in the Lounge, Restrooms and Front End)
• Cross-trained in other areas of the store (Backroom, Front End, Sales Floor, etc.)
• Supports and responds to all Front End coverage needs
• Adheres and upholds merchandising philosophy and signage standards
• Initiates and participates in store recovery as needed throughout the day
• Adheres to all operational and loss prevention controls in accordance with company guidelines and policies including shrink reduction
• Communicates accurately and effectively with management and Associates
• Adheres to all labor laws, policies, and procedures, including Associate meal and break period policies
• Participates in safety awareness maintains a safe environment
• Other duties as assigned

Who We’re Looking For: You.

• Excellent customer service skills
• Able to work a flexible schedule to support business needs
• Strong organizational skills with attention to detail
• Physical stamina to perform cleaning tasks and run floor buffer and scrubber
• Capable of multi-tasking
• Able to respond appropriately to changes in direction or unexpected situations
• Strong communication skills: verbal and written. Listens and responds appropriately
• Capable of lifting heavy objects with or without reasonable accommodation
• Standout colleague, working effectively with peers and supervisors
• Retail customer experience preferred

Benefits include Associate discount; 401(k) match; medical/dental/vision; HSA; health care FSA; life insurance; short/long-term disability; paid holidays/vacation /sick/bereavement/parental leave; EAP; incentive programs; auto/home insurance discounts; scholarship program; adoption/surrogacy assistance; smoking cessation; child care/cell phone discounts; pet/legal insurance; credit union; referral bonuses.

All benefits are subject to applicable plan or program terms (including eligibility terms) and may change from time to time. Contact your TJX representative for more information.

In addition to our open door policy and supportive work environment, we also strive to provide a competitive salary and benefits package. TJX considers all applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, gender identity and expression, marital or military status, or based on any individual’s status in any group or class protected by applicable federal, state, or local law. TJX also provides reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities in accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act and applicable state and local law.

Applicants with arrest or conviction records will be considered for employment.

Address:

53 Consumer Square

Location:

USA HomeGoods Store 0565 Plattsburgh NY

This position has a starting salary range of $16.00 to $20.90 per year. Actual starting pay is determined by a number of factors, including relevant skills, qualifications, and experience.