Seasonal Retail Associate (Temp-to-Perm Potential)

BRUNT Workwear; Reading (MA); Hybrid; USD 21,000 - 25,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) plan with company match

Paid time off (2 days)

Job summary

BRUNT Workwear in Reading, MA is seeking a Seasonal Retail Associate to join during peak season. You’ll engage customers, support store operations, and contribute to a positive shopping experience on the floor.

You’ll gain exposure to merchandising and omni-channel service while demonstrating reliability and a strong work ethic, with the potential to transition to a permanent part-time position on the BRUNT flagship team.

Qualifications

• Experience in retail or customer service is required.
• Ability to operate POS systems and handle transactions efficiently.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills for diverse customers.
• Willingness to commute to North Reading, MA and work during peak season.

Responsibilities

• Create a welcoming customer experience on the sales floor.
• Assist with store operations during peak periods and inventory handling.
• Support omni-channel services and merchandise presentation.
• Demonstrate teamwork and potential for long-term employment.

Skills

Strong communication

POS technology

Customer service experience

Job description

Seasonal Retail Associate (Temp-to-Perm Potential)

North Reading, MA

We’re leading the way in redefining the workwear category. Our mission is to engineer better boots and apparel for our country’s tradesmen and women by working directly with real workers to learn what they actually need to execute their jobs.

The BRUNT team is not only devoted to improving on the old workwear standards, but we’re also creating a community that tradesmen and women can call their own. From our weekly hangouts at the BRUNT Garage, to hosting events across the country, we’re all about getting boots on the ground and building something real with the BRUNT crew.

The BRUNT flagship isn’t a traditional retail store; it’s a home base for the trades. A place where customers can walk in straight from a job site, try on gear built for real work, and talk with a team that understands their day-to-day. We’re building more than a place to shop we’re creating a community hub where craftsmanship, grit, and pride in hard work come together.

Note on this Role: We are gearing up for our peak season and looking for high-energy individuals to join our crew in a Seasonal Retail Associate role. If you deliver strong results and fit our team culture during this busy stretch, this position has direct potential to turn into a permanent part-time role on the BRUNT flagship team.

What You’ll Do: As a Seasonal Retail Associate, you’re on the front lines during our highest-volume period, bringing energy, hustle, and personality to the sales floor. You’ll help create standout customer experiences, support store operations during the rush, and show us what you’ve got for a long-term spot on the team.

• Customer Experience: Create a welcoming environment, engage customers to understand their specific trade needs, and support omni-channel services during peak shopping volume.


• Sales & Performance: Keep transactions moving smoothly, manage rush periods efficiently, and promote loyalty programs to help the store smash its goals.


• Visual & Ops: Keep the floor fully stocked, sharp, and organized. You’ll be hands-on with high-volume shipments, inventory flow, and restocking.


• Teamwork & Growth: Collaborate with the crew, bring a reliable and positive attitude to every shift, and showcase your long-term potential for a permanent position.

What You Need to Succeed

• Experience: Previous retail or customer service experience (required).


• Mindset: A \"builder\" work ethic dependable, motivated, and ready to jump in where needed during our busiest season.


• Availability: Flexible availability to meet peak-season demands, including evenings, weekends, and key holiday shifts.


• Skills: Strong communication, comfort with POS technology, and an ability to make every trade worker feel valued.


• Requirements: Must be 18+ and able to commute to North Reading, MA.


• Physicality: Ability to stand/walk for extended periods and lift 25-30 lbs. regularly during shipment and inventory resets.

In accordance with applicable salary transparency laws, we are providing the good-faith salary range for this position. This range reflects the base salary that we reasonably expect to pay for this position at the time of posting. The actual compensation offered will depend on factors such as qualifications, experience, skills, and budget.

Retirement: 401(k) plan with Company Match.

Paid Time Off: 2 days of PTO, and sick leave.

The anticipated salary range for this role is:

Hourly Compensation

$15 - $18 USD

No matter what experience you have within our industry we encourage you to apply. At BRUNT, we believe that a strong crew is assembled with people from different backgrounds.

We look for individuals who thrive on challenges, will be passionate about our brand, and believe that teamwork is necessary for success. Show us how your experiences have shaped you and how you can contribute to BRUNT. We can’t wait to hear from you!

As set forth in BRUNT Workwear’s Equal Employment Opportunity policy,we do not discriminate on the basis of any protected group status under any applicable law.