Retail Associate (Part-Time)

Brownells; Grinnell (IA); On-site; USD 22,041 - 24,796; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) match after 90 days

Floating holiday (16 hours)

Insurance plans (Accident, CriticalIll

Hospital Indemnity

Employee discount

Shooting complex access

Job summary

Brownells in Grinnell, Iowa is seeking a Part-Time Retail Associate to deliver top-notch service and help customers with firearms, outdoors gear, and accessories.

You'll work 24–28 hours per week with rotating shifts from 9 AM to 6 PM, helping shoppers find gear, ringing up purchases, and ensuring displays stay on-brand and well-stocked.

Qualifications

• 1+ year of firearms experience (retail, hobbyist, military, or gunsmithing background).
• Strong communication and customer service skills.
• Ability to stand or walk for extended periods and lift up to 50 lbs.
• Willingness to work rotating shifts, including weekdays and weekends, 9 AM–6 PM.

Responsibilities

• Deliver top-tier customer service in-store with product knowledge and a smile.
• Operate the cash register and maintain accurate transaction records.
• Guide customers through returns, exchanges, and firearm compliance paperwork.
• Keep shelves stocked, signage updated, and merchandising displays sharp and on-brand.
• Support appraisals and trade-ins with attention to quality and detail.

Skills

Firearms experience

Customer service

Teamwork

Communication skills

Physical stamina

Cashier experience

Tools

Cash register

Job description

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Retail Associate (Part-Time)

16 days ago Requisition ID: 1172

Salary Range: $16.00 To $18.00 Hourly

Part-Time Retail Associate – Brownells (Grinnell, IA)
Starting pay: $16–$18/hour (based on experience)
Average 24–28 hours/week | Rotating shifts, between the hours of 9 AM–6 PM (weekdays & weekends)

Are you ready to turn your passion for firearms, outdoors, and excellent customer service into a meaningful part-time role? Join Brownells in Grinnell, Iowa – where we’ve been Serious About Firearms Since 1939® – and help connect fellow adventurers with quality firearms, gear, and outdoor essentials.

As a Part-Time Retail Associate, you’ll be the friendly face customers rely on when shopping for their next hunting trip, range day, or gunsmithing project. Whether you’re helping a first‑time buyer, recommending optics and accessories, or ringing up purchases at the register, your enthusiasm and firearms knowledge will make every customer feel confident and welcome.

What You’ll Do:

• Deliver top‑tier customer service in our retail store, engaging visitors with product knowledge and a smile.
• Operate the cash register and manage accurate transaction records.
• Guide customers through returns, exchanges, and firearm compliance paperwork with professionalism and precision.
• Keep shelves stocked, signage updated, and merchandising displays sharp and on‑brand.
• Support appraisals and trade‑ins with an eye for quality and detail.

Who Thrives Here:
This role is ideal for local gunsmithing students, retired professionals, or military veterans looking to stay connected to their passion and earn extra income in a supportive, purpose‑driven environment. If you enjoy meaningful conversations about gear, tactics, and the 2nd Amendment lifestyle, you’ll fit right in.

What You Bring:

• 1+ year of firearms experience (retail, hobbyist, military, or gunsmithing background)
• A proactive, team‑first mindset and strong communication skills
• Ability to stand or walk for extended periods and lift up to 50 lbs
• Willingness to work rotating shifts, including weekdays and weekends, between the hours of 9 AM–6 PM

Benefits You’ll Enjoy (Even as a Part‑Time Associate):

• Fully vested 5% 401(k) company match after just 90 days
• 16 hours of paid “floating holiday” time off
• Access to Accident, Critical Illness, and Hospital Indemnity insurance plans
• Generous employee discount on gear and supplies
• Full range access at our Big Springs Shooting Complex
• A chance to work with passionate people who live for adventure, independence, and firearms

Why Brownells?
Join a team committed to excellence, fueled by our core values of Respect, Integrity, Courage, and Honesty. At Brownells, you’re not just part of a retail team – you’re part of a legacy.

DISCLAIMER: The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this classification. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required of personnel so classified. In addition, the employer may consider whether the individual applying for or holding the position is qualified. There are two steps involved in this determination. The first concerns whether the applicant or current employee satisfies the prerequisites for the position. The second step involves whether or not the person can perform the essential functions with or without reasonable accommodation.