ReStore Warehouse Assistant - Part-Time

Houston Habitat for Humanity, Inc.; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 20,000 - 29,000; Part time

Job summary

Houston Habitat for Humanity, Inc. is seeking a part-time ReStore Warehouse Assistant to support daily warehouse operations, pricing, stocking, and merchandising of donated items at the Houston store.

The role involves coordinating with volunteers, assisting customers, handling inventory and cashier duties as needed, and maintaining a clean, safe warehouse environment. A high school diploma or GED is required, with 1–3 years of retail or warehouse experience preferred.

Qualifications

• 1–3 years of retail experience; home improvement sales is a plus.
• At least 6 months in a warehouse setting.
• Basic math skills and cash register use.
• Able to work with limited supervision and take ownership.

Responsibilities

• Price donated merchandise according to guidelines.
• Direct and assist volunteers with daily warehouse activities.
• Clean, inspect, stock, and organize showroom merchandise.
• Maintain clean and organized warehouse, staging, aisles, and parking areas.
• Assist with inventory and merchandise organization.
• Document damaged items and obtain Store Manager approval before disposal.
• Provide customer assistance, including locating merchandise.
• Identify and report safety concerns and follow procedures.
• Provide backup cashier coverage as needed.
• Perform other duties as assigned by the Manager on Duty (MOD).

Skills

Customer service

Cash handling

Warehouse experience

Basic math

Computer literacy

Communication

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Reports to: ReStore Management

Type: Part-Time, Hourly, Non-Exempt ($18.00 Per hour)

Location: 6161 South Loop East, Houston, TX 77087

About Houston Habitat For Humanity

Houston Habitat for Humanity (Houston Habitat) is part of a global nonprofit organization committed to its mission of putting God's love into action by bringing people together to build homes, community, and hope.

For the past 38 years, Houston Habitat has partnered with families to overcome barriers to homeownership and address the shortage of affordable housing. Today, Houston Habitat remains committed to pursuing its vision of a world where everyone has a decent place to live.

Our charge is to help low-income Houstonians achieve strength, stability, and self-reliance through affordable homeownership.

Through shelter, we empower people to build a better future for themselves and their families by completing financial and home maintenance training, building homes alongside volunteers, and purchasing their homes with an affordable mortgage. Houston Habitat has fundamentally changed lives by building strength, stability, and self-reliance through new homeownership opportunities. Strong and stable families in self-sufficient homes create strong and stable communities.

The values that underpin and shape our work and approach are:

• Respect. Be open, transparent, and inclusive. Listen without judgment. Treat others as they desire to be treated - value differences.
• Accountability. Honor commitments or communicate if you cannot do so. Own your words, actions, and results.
• Effective Communication. Communicate with empathy, clarity, and purpose. Practice active listening - listen to understand, not to respond. Ask clarifying questions to gain and confirm understanding. Create a space where it is safe to speak.
• Mission Driven. Be intentional in using knowledge, expertise, and influence to advocate for and advance the mission.
• Entrepreneurial Attitude. Be a lifelong learner open to personal and professional development. Seek continuous improvement and transformative change, embracing innovation, strategic thinking, and agile execution.
• Leadership Mindset. Be courageous. Serve first, empowering and uplifting others while demonstrating compassion and support.

Description

Job Title: ReStore Warehouse Assistant

Summary

The ReStore Warehouse Assistant supports the daily operations of the ReStore warehouse and showroom by preparing, pricing, organizing, stocking, and merchandising donated items. This position helps maintain a clean, safe, and organized environment; provides direction and assistance to volunteers; supports customers with merchandise needs; and assists with inventory and cashier functions as needed. The Warehouse Assistant is expected to provide excellent customer service while supporting the mission and operational standards of Houston Habitat for Humanity.

Requirements

Essential Functions & Responsibilities

• Price donated merchandise according to established guidelines.
• Direct and assist volunteers with daily warehouse activities.
• Clean, inspect, stock, and organize merchandise for the showroom floor.
• Maintain clean and organized warehouse, staging, aisle, store, and parking areas.
• Assist with physical inventory and merchandise organization.
• Document damaged items and obtain Store Manager approval before disposal.
• Provide customer assistance, including locating and safely moving merchandise.
• Identify and report safety concerns and follow all required safety procedures.
• Provide backup cashier coverage as needed.
• Perform other duties as assigned by the Manager on Duty (MOD).

Experience & Competencies

• One to three years of retail experience; home improvement sales experience is a plus.
• At least six months of experience in a warehouse setting.
• Intermediate computer knowledge, including Microsoft Office Suite.
• Basic math skills and the ability to use a cash register and calculator.
• Strong interpersonal skills with an excellent customer service focus.
• Demonstrated commitment to community service and helping others.
• Ability to work with limited supervision and take responsibility for assigned duties and actions.
• Demonstrated ethical conduct.
• Reliable attendance and punctuality are required.

Required Education

High school diploma or GED.

EXPECTED HOURS OF WORK

This is a Part-time position. The ReStore schedule requires working flexible days and hours – which may vary based on operational needs. This position is not eligible for medical, dental, or vision benefits or holiday pay.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

This position is highly active and requires the use of tools as well as standing, walking, bending, kneeling, stooping, crouching, crawling, climbing, and/or balancing throughout the workday. The employee must regularly be able to lift and/or move items weighing up to 50 pounds. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the position.

WORK ENVIRONMENT

This position operates in a retail warehouse environment. The employee may occasionally be exposed to outdoor weather conditions, including heat, humidity, rain, and cold.

Other Duties

This job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of all activities, duties, and responsibilities required of the employee. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time, with or without notice.

Houston Habitat for Humanity is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer