Retail Associate

Goodwill Industries of Central East Texas; Lufkin (TX); On-site; USD 26,000 - 32,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid time off

Employee discounts

Paid training & career advancement

Employee assistance program (EAP)

Supportive and inclusive team culture

Weekly pay

Job summary

Goodwill Industries of Central East Texas in Lufkin seeks a friendly Retail Associate to greet customers, help shoppers find treasures, and ring up sales. You’ll colorize and organize displays, keep the floor tidy, and support the team to keep the store running smoothly.

No formal education or retail experience is required — we’ll train you. This full-time role offers paid training, weekly pay, employee discounts, and a supportive, inclusive culture that values you.

Qualifications

• No formal education or retail experience required; training provided.
• Strong communication and people skills.
• Able to stand, move, and lift up to 20 lbs.

Responsibilities

• Greet every customer and make them feel welcome.
• Help shoppers find items and highlight hidden gems.
• Ring up sales and process payments at the register.
• Colorize and organize clothing displays so they pop.
• Keep the sales floor tidy, clean, and welcoming.
• Answer phones and direct calls confidently.
• Watch for shoplifters and help protect the treasure.
• Assist with restocking and sorting donations to keep the store running smoothly.

Skills

Customer focus

Team player

Communication skills

Positive attitude

Physical stamina

Job description

Retail Associate

Full-time Lufkin, TX, US

3 days ago Requisition ID: 1075

Bring the Energy, Find the Treasure! Ready to turn your personality into your superpower?

At Goodwill Central East Texas, we’re on a mission — and we need awesome people to help us carry it out! We’re looking for upbeat, motivated, and friendly folks to join our team as Retail Associates. If you love helping people, organizing cool stuff, and being part of a positive team, this job is for you.

Why You'll Love Working with Us

• Work that’s fast-paced, energizing, and never boring
• On-the-job training with lots of room to grow
• A team that supports and celebrates YOU
• Make a real difference in your community every day

Awesome Benefits

• Paid time off to rest and recharge
• Employee discounts on amazing finds
• Paid training & career advancement
• Employee assistance program (EAP)
• Supportive and inclusive team culture
• Weekly pay

What You’ll Be Doing (aka “A Day in the Life”):

• Greet every customer like they just walked into your party
• Help shoppers find the perfect item (hello, hidden gems!)
• Ring up sales and handle payments at the register
• Colorize and organize clothing displays so they POP
• Keep the sales floor tidy, clean, and looking awesome
• Answer phones and direct calls with confidence
• Watch for shoplifters — protect the treasure!
• Clean fitting rooms, bathrooms, counters… the works
• Assist with restocking, sorting donations, and whatever else keeps the store running smooth

What We’re Looking For:

• Someone who’s positive, reliable, and customer-focused
• A team player who’s not afraid to jump in wherever needed
• Strong communication and people skills
• Comfortable standing, moving, lifting (up to 20 lbs), and staying active all shift
• No formal education or retail experience required — we’ll train you!
• Bonus if you love secondhand fashion, funky finds, or organizing like a pro

What to Expect

• Mostly indoors
• Active, hands-on work (no cubicles here!)
• Some weekends required — we keep things moving

Come As You Are

We welcome team members from all walks of life — including those with criminal records.
Goodwill is more than just a thrift store — we’re a mission-powered organization changing lives through the power of work.

This is just a snapshot of the position — the full job description will be shared during the interview.