PT Retail Associate - Barboursville

Goodwill Industries of KYOWVA Area; Barboursville (WV); On-site; USD 13,000 - 18,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Incentives based on role and perfomrce

Employee merchandise discount

Dental and vision insurance options

Job summary

Goodwill of KYOWVA is seeking a Retail Associate to deliver a positive shopping experience while supporting mission-driven services. You will assist customers, manage merchandise processing, stock shelves, and uphold a clean, organized store environment.

The role emphasizes respectful service, teamwork, and reliability in a part-time setting. The position supports job training and employment services in our communities, with base pay of $11.00 per hour.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED preferred.
• 1–3 months of related experience and/or training.
• Ability to stand and walk for long periods; lift up to 50 pounds.

Responsibilities

• Assist customers with friendly service and product knowledge.
• Answer questions about merchandise location, pricing, and usage.
• Stock shelves, set up displays, and process merchandise for sale.
• Handle transactions and provide correct change.
• Maintain cleanliness of sales floor and work areas.
• Support store operations and onboarding of clients.

Skills

Customer service

Team player

Friendly communication

Dependable

Flexible hours

Education

High school diploma or GED preferred

1–3 months related experience/training

Job description

• Base Pay $11.00 / Hour
• Employee Type Part Time
• Required Degree NONE
• Manage Others No

Description

The Retail Associate plays a key role in delivering a positive shopping experience while supporting Goodwill of KYOWVA's mission. This position assists with customer service, merchandise processing, stocking, and maintaining a clean, organized store environment. Retail Associates engage with customers and donors in a friendly, respectful manner while helping generate revenue that supports job training and employment services in our communities.

Requirements

What helps you succeed in this role

Enjoy working with customers and being part of a team

Ability to provide respectful, supportive service to individuals of all backgrounds

Comfortable working with individuals with disabilities and those who are disadvantaged

Dependable, punctual, and willing to learn

Able to work flexible hours based on organizational needs

Access to reliable transportation

Education & Experience

High school diploma or GED preferred

One to three months of related experience and/or training, or an equivalent combination of education and experience

Physical Demands:
The physical demands described here are representative of those required to perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Regularly required to stand and walk

Use hands to finger, handle, or feel and reach with hands and arms

Frequently required to talk or hear

Occasionally required to climb, balance, stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl

Regularly lift and/or move up to 10 pounds

Frequently lift and/or move up to 25 pounds

Occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds

Vision requirements include close vision and ability to adjust focus

Frequently exposed to airborne particles

Occasionally exposed to outside weather conditions

Noise level is typically moderate

Summary

What a Day Might Look Like

Assisting customers through friendly service, product knowledge, and suggestive selling

Answering questions about merchandise location, pricing, and use

Obtaining merchandise requested by customers or assisting with selected items

Stocking shelves, counters, and tables with merchandise

Setting up and arranging displays to promote sales

Processing goods for placement in the store

Rotating stock and assisting with inventory and pull schedules

Totaling purchases, accepting payment, and making correct change

Wrapping or bagging merchandise for customers

Maintaining cleanliness of sales floor, work areas, entrances, and donation doors

Sweeping, vacuuming, dusting, and mopping store areas as needed

Assisting with hands-on training for clients assigned to the store

Performing other duties as assigned to support store operations

Growth & Development

Goodwill of KYOWVA believes in developing talent. Many team members begin in entry-level roles and grow into leadership or specialized positions through training and experience.

Incentive opportunities based on role and performance

Employee merchandise discount

Dental and vision insurance options

Our Commitment

Goodwill of KYOWVA is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to creating an inclusive and supportive workplace. Reasonable accommodations are available throughout the hiring process.