Sales Associate

Goodwill Industries of Northern New Engl; Bangor (ME); On-site; USD 21,000 - 23,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Vision Dental benefits

Generous PTO

Paid Holidays

403(b) retirement plan

Employee discount 30%

Life navigation services

Telehealth access

Job summary

Goodwill Industries of Northern New England in Bangor, Maine is seeking a friendly, customer-focused associate for our Bangor Retail Store. You’ll greet customers, operate the register, pull merchandise, and keep the fitting rooms and sales floor welcoming.

This position offers a pay range of $15.25–$17.00 per hour DOE, with flexible scheduling including evenings and weekends. A positive attitude, basic math skills, ability to lift up to 50 lbs, and a background check are required.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent is required.
• Friendly, customer-focused attitude.
• Willingness to work evenings, weekends, and holidays.
• Background check required.
• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs occasionally.

Responsibilities

• Greet customers and provide a great shopping experience.
• Operate the register and handle transactions accurately.
• Pull merchandise and refresh the sales floor.
• Attend to fitting rooms and maintain a welcoming environment.
• Foster a team-friendly atmosphere on the floor.

Skills

Customer Service

Retail Operations

Cash Handling

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

POS System

Job description

Bangor Retail Store
Bangor, ME 04401, USA

Description

Location: Bangor, Maine

Pay: $15.25 - $17.00 (D.O.E)

Goodwill is looking for friendly, outgoing people to join our growing team! Whether it’s greeting customers, chatting with “regulars,” or providing a great customer experience, Goodwill is the place for you! Working in the “front of the house” will be the main responsibility. Running the register, pulling merchandise to make room for new products, attending the fitting rooms, and setting a friendly atmosphere for customers and co-workers alike!

Key Responsibilities:

Customer Service: Greet customers with a smile, provide assistance, and ensure they have an enjoyable shopping experience.

Operate the Register: Ring up purchases accurately and efficiently while maintaining a cheerful and professional demeanor.

Merchandising: Help create an inviting and organized sales floor by arranging and refreshing merchandise making room for new products.

Fitting Rooms: Attend to the fitting rooms, ensuring customers have everything they need to make confident purchasing decisions.

Team Spirit: Set a friendly and supportive atmosphere for customers and co-workers, building a sense of community within our store.

Minimum Qualifications:

Positive Attitude: A must! Display a friendly and positive demeanor to create a welcoming work environment.

Basic Math and Literacy Skills: Essential for handling transactions and supporting job duties.

Flexibility: Willingness to work a flexible schedule, including evenings, weekends, and holidays, based on business needs.

Background Check: Pass a criminal background check meeting agency standards.

Physical Abilities: Can exert up to 50 lbs. of force occasionally, 30 lbs. of force frequently, and 10 lbs. of force constantly to move objects.

Preferred Qualifications:

Retail Experience or Certification: Prior retail experience or relevant certification is a plus.

Education: High school diploma, GED, HiSET, or equivalent educational background.

What We Offer:

At Goodwill Northern New England, we believe in supporting our employees just as much as they support our mission. In addition to working in a fulfilling and supportive environment, our employees enjoy:

• Medical, Vision, and Dental benefits
• Generous PTO Plan
• Paid Holidays
• 403(b) retirement plan with employer match
• 30% Employee discount at Goodwill stores in ME, NH & VT
• Valuable job training with growth potentialand more!

What sets Goodwill NNE apart is its unique commitment to the well-being of its employees. They offer private "life navigation" services, including free counseling and other assistance, helping individuals facing challenging circumstances achieve personal stability. In addition, all employees have access to telehealth services, ensuring their physical and mental health needs are met. Goodwill NNE's Citizenship Behaviors foster a workplace culture of inclusivity and respect, emphasizing kindness, openness, active listening, and support. Joining the Goodwill NNE team means a fulfilling career and the chance to be part of a community that genuinely cares about its employees and their well-being.

Qualifications

Skills

Required

Customer Service

Intermediate

Preferred

Team Building

Novice

Some Knowledge

Behaviors

Required

Team Player

Team Player: Works well as a member of a group

Motivations

Preferred

Ability to Make an Impact

Ability to Make an Impact: Inspired to perform well by the ability to contribute to the success of a project or the organization

Education

Preferred

High School Diploma/GED or better.

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