Store Clerk & Sorting Room Worker

SALVATION ARMY A GEORGIA CORP; Orange (TX); On-site; USD 17,000 - 22,000; Part time

Job summary

The Salvation Army Southern Territory in Orange, TX is seeking a Store Associate to receive, sort, price, and prepare donated items for display. The role includes assisting customers with donations and purchases, operating the cash register, and maintaining a clean store and sorting area.

Candidate should have strong customer service skills, basic math, and the ability to lift up to 50 pounds. Previous retail or warehouse experience is preferred; part-time hours are available.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED preferred.
• 1 year of retail or warehouse experience preferred.
• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds.
• Good communication skills and a customer-service mindset.

Responsibilities

• Receive, sort, price, and prepare donated items for display.
• Assist customers in donating, selecting, and purchasing items.
• Operate and maintain a cash register; handle sales and issue receipts.
• Answer the phone and provide store information.
• Maintain tidy appearance of the store and sorting room.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Customer service

Cash handling

Communication

Teamwork

Lift up to 50 lbs

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Cash register

Job description

Schedule/Hours: Monday – Saturday 10:00 AM - 6:00 PM(29 hours per week)This position is responsible for:Receives, sorts, prices, and prepares donated items for display in the store; determines suitability and pricing of items based on established standards; assists in maintaining the orderliness and cleanliness of the store and sorting room area; assists store customers in donating, selecting, and purchasing store items; operates and maintains a cash register; responds to customer questions.Key Responsibilities:Receive, inspect, sort, and categorize donated items (clothing, shoes, housewares, etc.)Price and tag items based on established guidelinesHang and rack clothes, box items, and maintain inventory flowOperate cash register, handle sales, count change, issue receiptsPrepare purchased items for bagging and maintain register accuracyAnswer the phone and provide store informationMaintain tidy appearance of the store and sorting roomClean display shelves, floors, mirrors, and windowsPerform other duties as assignedPhysical Requirements and Working Conditions:Ability to lift up to 50 poundsContinuous walking, standing, stooping, and bendingAble to work in varying store/warehouse conditionsEmployee Benefits:Paid Time OffRetirement Savings Plan AvailableSupplemental Insurance AvailableVoluntary Life Insurance and moreHigh school diploma or G.E.D. preferred ANDOne year of experience in a retail or warehouse setting preferredAbility to operate a cash register and perform basic mathGood communication skills and a customer-service mindset ORAny equivalent combination of training and experience which provides the required knowledge, skills, and abilities.Equal Opportunity Employer: Veterans | Disabled