Retail Appointment Setter

ARS; Poway (CA); On-site; USD 28,000 - 41,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Weekly pay

Commissions

Paid training

Flexible scheduling

Career advancement

Medical coverage

Dental coverage

Vision coverage

HSA

FSA

401(k)

Paid time off

Life insurance

Job summary

ARS-Rescue Rooter in Santee, CA is hiring Retail Sales Associates to represent ARS inside major home improvement retail locations by introducing customers to our home comfort solutions, energy-saving upgrades, and indoor air quality services.

The role emphasizes friendly conversations with shoppers about home comfort and efficiency, explaining how ARS helps with heating, cooling, and comfort improvements, and offering a free in-home consultation.

Qualifications

• Comfortable approaching and speaking with customers in a retail environment.
• Positive, energetic personality with strong people skills.
• Sales or retail experience is helpful but not required.
• Ability to stand or walk for extended periods during shifts.
• Reliable transportation to the assigned retail location.
• Availability for weekend retail hours and some holidays.
• Professional appearance suitable for a retail environment.
• Must be at least 18 years old and pass a background check.
• Willingness to attend weekly team meetings.

Responsibilities

• As a Retail Sales Associate, your focus will be introducing homeowners to ARS services while they shop.
• Starting friendly conversations with shoppers about home comfort, energy efficiency, and indoor air quality.
• Explaining how ARS helps homeowners with heating, cooling, and home comfort improvements.
• Offering customers the opportunity to schedule a free in-home consultation.
• Entering customer information and booking appointments for ARS specialists.
• Representing ARS with a positive, professional presence inside the store.
• Working alongside store management and ARS team members to support in-store promotions.

Job description

Company Name

ARS-Rescue Rooter

Overview

American Residential Services (ARS) is the nation's largest provider of residential HVAC, plumbing, and electrical services, with more than 7,000 professionals and over 45 years of experience helping homeowners improve comfort, efficiency, and reliability in their homes. We’re hiring outgoing Retail Sales Associates to represent ARS inside major home improvement retail locations by introducing customers to our home comfort solutions, energy‑saving upgrades, and indoor air quality services.

Pay

$20 - $22 per hour + commission. Earning potential: $20 - $30/hour on average with commission.

Schedule

Thursday through Sunday shifts (weekends required).

Location

Santee, CA

Employment Type

Full-time and part-time positions available.

Why Join ARS

• Weekly pay via direct deposit
• Commission opportunities in addition to hourly pay
• Paid training - no prior HVAC experience required
• Flexible part‑time and full‑time scheduling
• Career advancement opportunities into Comfort Advisor and in‑home sales roles
• Full‑time employees also receive:
  • Medical coverage available after 31 days
  • Low‑cost health plans starting at about $5/week
  • Dental and vision coverage options
  • Health Savings Account (HSA) and Flexible Spending Account (FSA) options
  • 401(k) retirement plan with company match
  • Paid time off and paid holidays
  • Company‑paid life insurance

Responsibilities

• As a Retail Sales Associate, your focus will be introducing homeowners to ARS services while they shop.
• Starting friendly conversations with shoppers about home comfort, energy efficiency, and indoor air quality.
• Explaining how ARS helps homeowners with heating, cooling, and home comfort improvements.
• Offering customers the opportunity to schedule a free in‑home consultation.
• Entering customer information and booking appointments for ARS specialists.
• Representing ARS with a positive, professional presence inside the store.
• Working alongside store management and ARS team members to support in‑store promotions.

Qualifications

• Comfortable approaching and speaking with customers in a retail environment.
• Positive, energetic personality with strong people skills.
• Sales or retail experience is helpful but not required.
• Ability to stand or walk for extended periods during shifts.
• Reliable transportation to the assigned retail location.
• Availability for weekend retail hours and some holidays.
• Professional appearance suitable for a retail environment.
• Must be at least 18 years old and pass a background check.
• Willingness to attend weekly team meetings.

*This posting provides details on potential compensation ranges and possibilities. These amounts are not guaranteed and should in no way be construed as an offer. *Sign‑On Bonuses only available for roles that have them advertised; amounts are depending on experience and will be paid out according to an offer letter addendum.

American Residential Services is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We do not discriminate based on race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or other protected characteristics.

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