Seasonal Outdoor Gearhead & Customer Guide

CSC Generation; West Valley City (UT); On-site; USD 23,000 - 24,000; Part time

Job summary

Backcountry in Utah is seeking a Seasonal Retail Gearhead to join our holiday-season team. You will greet customers, share product knowledge, and drive sales for outdoor gear and apparel, ensuring a helpful shopping experience during peak season.

Role requires strong communication, a passion for outdoor activities, and the ability to adapt to a fast-paced environment with a focus on customer satisfaction and teamwork.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent; some college coursework preferred.
• Previous retail sales experience preferred.
• Excellent communication and customer service skills.
• Strong attention to detail and organizational skills.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced, team-oriented environment.
• Flexibility to work weekends, holidays, and evenings during the November-February season.
• Basic computer skills and POS systems proficiency.
• Passion for outdoor activities and knowledge of outdoor gear and apparel.

Responsibilities

• Greet and assist customers with their purchases
• Provide product information, advice, and recommendations to customers
• Process sales transactions accurately and efficiently
• Maintain a clean and organized store environment
• Manage inventory levels and restock merchandise
• Participate in company-wide promotions and marketing campaigns
• Collaborate with the marketing and buying teams to ensure product offerings align with customer needs
• Continuously strive to improve customer satisfaction and exceed sales targets
• Develop and maintain knowledge of products, industry trends, and competitors
• Specialized knowledge in skiing, snowboarding, biking, climbing, fly fishing, or other outdoor sport preferred
• Outdoor industry and retail experience, nice to have
• Perform other duties as assigned by the Store Manager and Assistant Store Manager

Skills

Customer service

Communication

Attention to detail

Teamwork

Adaptability

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Some college coursework

Tools

POS systems

Microsoft Office

Job description

Backcountry in Utah is seeking a Seasonal Retail Gearhead to join our holiday-season team. You will greet customers, share product knowledge, and drive sales for outdoor gear and apparel, ensuring a helpful shopping experience during peak season.

Role requires strong communication, a passion for outdoor activities, and the ability to adapt to a fast-paced environment with a focus on customer satisfaction and teamwork.