Retail Associate Clintonville

GWC Connects; Columbus (OH); On-site; USD 12,501 - 17,805; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Promotion and Growth Opportunities

Company paid life and long-term disability insurance

Health, Dental, and Vision insurance

Paid time off

Employee Discount at all Goodwill Columbus Stores

Job summary

GWC Connects is seeking retail associates in Columbus, Ohio to help process and sell donated goods. You'll be responsible for greeting customers, sorting and pricing merchandise, keeping the store organized, and operating the cash register.

This role requires strong customer service skills and the ability to work in a fast-paced environment. Benefits include health insurance, paid time off, and opportunity for promotion.

Qualifications

• Retail experience is helpful, but not required.

Responsibilities

• Greet donors and customers and provide friendly, helpful service.
• Receive and unload donations and provide receipts.
• Sort and inspect items to determine sellability.
• Price merchandise and prepare items for the sales floor.
• Stock shelves to meet daily goals.
• Operate the cash register and complete purchases.
• Keep sales floor and work areas clean.
• Assist with loading/unloading deliveries as needed.

Skills

Strong customer service and communication skills

Reliable

Team-oriented

Basic math skills

Organized and able to multitask

Job description

Posted Tuesday, June 23, 2026 at 4:00 AM

Goodwill's Mission: Transforming the lives of the individuals with disabilities and other barriers through pathways to independence and the power of work.

Department: Retail

Reports To: Store Lead / Assistant Store Lead / Retail Supervisor

Job Type: Hourly

Pay: $11/hr

Summary

Help process and sell donated goods in a fast-paced retail store. You'll sort, price, stock merchandise, keep the store clean and organized, and provide great customer service.

What You’ll Do

• Greet donors and customers; provide friendly, helpful service
• Receive and unload donations; provide receipt
• Sort and inspect items to determine sellability
• Price merchandise and prepare items for the sales floor
• Stock shelves, racks, and displays to meet daily goal
• Operate the cash register and complete purchases
• Keep sales floor, fitting rooms, and work areas clean and organized
• Assist with loading/unloading deliveries as needed

What We’re Looking For

• Strong customer service and communication skills
• Reliable, team-oriented, and able to work independently
• Basic math skills and comfort using a register
• Organized and able to multitask in a busy environment
• Retail experience is helpful, but not required

Physical Requirements

• Stand, walk, bend, and reach for extended periods
• Lift and carry up to 30 lbs regularly
• Perform repetitive tasks and use hands/fingers for register and sorting

Work Environment

Retail store setting with moderate noise; active, hands-on role.

Additional Information

Must follow safety procedures, maintain regular attendance, and perform other duties as needed.

Benefits

• Promotion and Growth Opportunities
• Company paid life and long-term disability insurance
• Health, Dental, and Vision insurance (1st of the month after 30 days)
• Voluntary life, short-term disability, accident, and critical illness insurance
• Paid time off
• Employee Discount at all Goodwill Columbus Stores

Goodwill Columbus is an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

For more information, we invite you to visit our website at www.goodwillcolumbus.org