Retail Associate | N Hamilton | Immediate Hire

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 hiring a Retail Associate in Columbus, Ohio. This role involves helping to process and sell donated goods in a fast-paced retail environment. You will greet customers, sort and price items, and keep the store organized.

Ideal candidates should have strong customer service skills and be reliable team players. Benefits include health, dental, and vision insurance, along with opportunities for promotion and employee discounts.

Qualifications

• Strong customer service and communication skills are essential.
• Reliability, team orientation, and ability to work independently are key.
• Basic math skills and comfort using a cash register.

Responsibilities

• Greet donors and customers; provide friendly service.
• Sort, price, and stock merchandise for sales.
• Keep workplace organized and assist with deliveries.

Skills

Customer service skills

Communication skills

Basic math skills

Reliability

Ability to multitask

Job description

Retail Associate | N Hamilton | Immediate Hire

Retail Store - N Hamilton Rd, 5130 N Hamilton Rd, Columbus, Ohio, United States of America

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.

At Goodwill, we’ll help you reach your potential while you help others reach theirs. Want to enjoy coming to work? So do we!

Benefits

• Promotion and Growth Opportunities
• Company paid life and long-term disability insurance
• Health, Dental and Vision insurance (first of the month after 30 days)
• Voluntary life, short-term disability, accident, and critical illness
• 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.