ReStore Front Associate I — Impactful Retail & Community Service

Greater-Des-Moines-Habitat-For-Humanity; Urbandale (IA); On-site; USD 17,000 - 22,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

403(b) retirement plan with employer

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

Employer-paid long-term disability

Voluntary life insurance options

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Pet insurance

Paid Time Off (PTO)

Job summary

Greater Des Moines Habitat for Humanity’s ReStore is seeking a Front Associate I to support daily store operations. You will greet customers, answer questions, restock merchandise, and help maintain a clean, welcoming sales floor while collaborating with volunteers.

This role uses the POS system to complete transactions, highlights sale items, and contributes to a positive shopping experience. The team values reliability, teamwork, and a willingness to engage with volunteers to further our

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Retail or customer service experience; familiarity with ReStore product types is a plus.
• Excellent communication skills and a friendly, helpful attitude.
• Ability to lift and move items up to 80 lbs.
• Self-motivated, detail-oriented, and organized.
• Basic math skills.
• Ability to work independently within your department while being a collaborative team player.
• Willingness to work with volunteers.
• Committed to Greater Des Moines Habitat for Humanity's mission and environmental stewardship.

Responsibilities

• Assist customers and answer questions.
• Stock and restock items, keeping areas clean and organized.
• Operate our Point of Sale (POS) system.
• Highlight sale and promotional inventory.
• Work with assigned volunteers and volunteer groups.
• Answer phone and radio calls.

Skills

Excellent communication

Retail experience

Customer service

Physical stamina

Self-motivated

Detail-oriented

Organized

Basic math

Team player

Volunteer coordination

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

POS system

Job description

Greater Des Moines Habitat for Humanity’s ReStore is seeking a Front Associate I to support daily store operations. You will greet customers, answer questions, restock merchandise, and help maintain a clean, welcoming sales floor while collaborating with volunteers.

This role uses the POS system to complete transactions, highlights sale items, and contributes to a positive shopping experience. The team values reliability, teamwork, and a willingness to engage with volunteers to further our