Sales Associate Hardware Division Full Time

Tinklenberg Lumber & Hardware; Edgerton (MN); On-site; USD 2,066,000 - 2,755,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Locally owned

Career advancement

Employee discounts

401(k)

401(k) matching

Flexible schedule

Free uniforms

Health insurance

Paid time off

Profit sharing

Job summary

Tinklenberg Lumber & Hardware in Edgerton, MN is seeking a full-time Sales Associate to help customers, stock shelves, and keep the store running smoothly. You’ll greet customers, answer questions, and assist with special orders while maintaining a clean and inviting sales floor.

Ideal candidates have a customer-first mindset, strong communication skills, and the ability to lift up to 50 lbs. The role offers opportunities for advancement and a supportive team atmosphere.

Qualifications

• Customer-first mindset and professional attitude.
• Strong communication skills and willingness to learn product knowledge across all departments.
• Organized, self-motivated and able to think independently to solve problems.

Responsibilities

• Greet customers and assist them in finding merchandise, answering questions, and offering product suggestions.
• Provide knowledgeable support in-store and over the phone, including helping with special orders.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and inviting sales floor through regular housekeeping and merchandising tasks.

Skills

Customer-first mindset

Strong communication

Organized & self-motivated

Sales techniques

POS systems proficiency

Math & writing basics

Tools

POS systems

Job description

Benefits:

• Locally owned and operated
• Career Advancement Opportunities
• Employee discounts
• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Flexible schedule
• Free uniforms
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Profit sharing

Are you a friendly, customer-focused individual who enjoys helping people solve problems and complete projects? We’re looking for a full‑time Sales Associate to join our hardware store team. This position typically includes 4-5 weekdays and every other Saturday. In this role, you’ll provide excellent service, keep the sales floor running smoothly, and help customers find the tools and products they need.

What You’ll Do

• Greet customers and assist them in finding merchandise, answering questions, and offering helpful product suggestions.
• Provide knowledgeable support both in-store and over the phone, including helping with special orders when needed.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and inviting sales floor through regular housekeeping and merchandising tasks.
• Restock shelves, follow planograms, and ensure signage is accurate and easy to read.
• Face and front products throughout the day to keep displays neat and customer‑ready.
• Assist customers with loading products into their vehicles when needed.
• Take part in regular inventory counts to help maintain accurate stock levels.
• Cut keys for customers and learn additional store services as you grow in the role.
• Support team members with a variety of tasks to keep the store running efficiently.

What We’re Looking For

• A customer‑first mindset with a positive, professional attitude.
• Strong communication skills and the ability to learn product knowledge across all departments.
• Organized, self‑motivated, and able to think independently to solve problems.
• Basic understanding of sales techniques and willingness to grow those skills.
• Ability to use point‑of‑sale systems for price lookup, special orders, and order entry.
• Solid math, reading, and writing abilities.
• Able to lift up to 50 lbs.

Why Join Us:

• Be part of a growing business with a clear future
• Work with an experienced, supportive team
• Enjoy variety in your day—and play an important role in helping customers complete their projects
• Know your work matters and makes an impact

A Note from Us:

We’ve worked hard to build a team and business we’re proud of. We value our customers, our community, and the people we work with every day. If you take pride in doing things well and want to be part of a team that’s moving forward, we’d love to talk.

Dustin and Joni Van Essen
Tinklenberg Lumber & Hardware of Edgerton Inc.