Retail Sales Associate

Verizon Communications; Montowese (CT); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A telecommunications company is hiring a Retail Sales Associate in Montowese, CT. This role involves generating sales, understanding customer needs, and providing excellent service. You can earn between $16.00 to $21.00 per hour plus commissions, with potential earnings exceeding $65,000 annually. Strong customer service and communication skills are required. Comprehensive benefits start on day one.

Benefits

Health and wellness benefits

401(k) plan with matching contributions

$2,500 stock grant per year

Sales recognition programs

Five weeks of paid time off

Tuition assistance

Qualifications

• One or more years of relevant experience in a sales or customer service role.
• Willingness to work evenings, weekends, and holidays.
• Openness to pick up additional shifts.

Responsibilities

• Generate retail sales by using customer service skills.
• Learn and uncover customers' needs through effective communication.
• Engage with the community to expand the customer base.

Skills

Customer service

Sales experience

Communication skills

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

Overview

Job ID: R-1086313

Apply prior to the end date: October 31st, 2025

When you join Verizon, you’ll be part of a team that values ideas, growth, and impact. We empower how people live, work and play by connecting them to what brings them joy. Our V Team is a community that listens, learns, and grows together. Want in? Join the #VTeamLife.

What you’ll be doing

As a full-time Verizon Retail Sales Associate, you’ll have the opportunity to grow your career with a team focused on unlocking your full potential and sales success within one of our retail stores. Here’s what you can expect:

• Generate retail sales by using your passion for cutting-edge technology and exceptional customer service to expand the Verizon network.
• Learn and uncover customers\' needs by creating connections and asking the right questions.
• Position product insights and solution recommendations to provide customers with a complete top-down sales solution.
• Close sales by using effective communication to fulfill customer needs with simple and intuitive tech solutions.
• Continuously develop yourself through ongoing training and up-skill in operational functions across merchandising and inventory.
• Grow your customer base by placing outbound calls and sending text messages to current Verizon customers who are interested in our products and services.
• Engage with the community outside of the store to expand your loyal customer base, including at off-site Verizon sponsored events.

Compensation: We’re hiring immediately. This isn’t a typical entry-level retail position. You can earn $16.00 to $21.00 per hour in base pay, plus up to $16,000 a year in individual-based commissions if you hit all your sales goals. Top performers could earn additional commissions, with the potential to reach $65,000+ to $73,500+ annually. Compensation varies by geography, hours worked, and performance.

Benefits: Our comprehensive benefits (starting day one) and perks support your career and life outside Verizon, including health and well-being benefits, education and career investments, and more.

• Best in class medical, dental, and vision
• Verizon 401(k) plan with matching contributions up to 6% of eligible participant contributions
• $2,500 stock grant per year (Stock Together)
• Sales recognition programs with travel, gifts, and incentives
• Five weeks of paid time off (vacation, holidays, personal days)
• 8 weeks of paid parental leave for eligible new parents (up to 16 weeks with short-term disability)
• Up to $8K per year in tuition assistance
• Discounts up to 50% on Verizon products and services
• Additional employee discounts on attractions, automotive, travel and more

This position is a great way to jumpstart your career. One in five Verizon Retail employees moved laterally or promoted in 2024. Learn about the team, training programs, and benefits that support your growth.

What we’re looking for

You’ll need to have:

• High school diploma or GED
• One or more years of relevant experience (work experience and/or military experience)
• Willingness to work evenings, weekends, and holidays (schedule known four weeks in advance)
• Openness to pick up additional shifts and earn more income during peak periods

Even better if you have one or more of the following:

• Experience in a commission-based environment
• Demonstrated sales experience communicating with customers to find solutions
• Customer service experience

If Verizon and this role sound like a fit, apply even if you don’t meet every listed qualification.

After you apply

You may be required to take an assessment (about 19 minutes). If selected, a recruiter will share more about the role and next steps.

Where you’ll be working

In this worksite-based role, you’ll work onsite at a defined location.

Scheduled Weekly Hours

40

Equal Employment Opportunity

Verizon is an equal opportunity employer. We evaluate qualified applicants without regard to veteran status, disability or other legally protected characteristics.

Benefits and Compensation

Our benefits and compensation include a range of health, wellness, retirement, education, and time-off options. Depending on the role, compensation may include premium pay such as overtime or shift differentials. Newly hired employees receive up to 15 days of vacation per year, growing with service. Part-time benefits vary by individual circumstances.

The starting base pay for the location listed on this job requisition is: $18.27 per hour.

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