Donation Assistant/Attendant

Job Overview

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Employment Type

Part-time
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Compensation

Type:
Hourly
Rate:
Exact $19.00

Job Description

The hiring organization is a respected retail establishment located in Alameda - Denver, Colorado, that operates in the donation and resale sector. This company specializes in accepting donated goods, pricing them, and offering them for sale in a well-organized retail environment. Operating as part-time employment, this position provides a salary range of $18.81 per hour, making it an attractive opportunity for individuals seeking flexible work hours along with competitive hourly wages. The company is known for fostering a positive and collaborative workplace culture dedicated to customer satisfaction and operational excellence.Show More
The role on offer is for a Donation Attendant, a crucial position within the retail operation responsible for handling donated merchandise. This position requires individuals to manage the process of preparing donated items for pricing and sale efficiently. Donation attendants play an important part in maintaining the cleanliness and organization of the merchandise and the store environment. They ensure that all items are correctly sorted, cleaned when necessary, and appropriately tagged before being placed on the sales floor. In addition to handling merchandise, donation attendants may also interact directly with customers to assist in their shopping experience, making customer service skills a valuable asset.

This non-exempt part-time position involves a variety of hands-on tasks that contribute to the overall production and sales goals of the department. The Donation Attendant works closely with department pricers to facilitate a smooth and efficient pricing process. They are also responsible for maintaining a safe, clean, and well-organized workspace, which is critical in a retail setting that handles donations that can be diverse and varied in nature. The role also demands a proactive approach to problem-solving and the ability to work collaboratively in a team-focused environment.

Candidates for this position should be ready to perform physically engaging duties, including frequently lifting and moving items weighing up to 20 pounds, standing, and moving throughout the store during shifts. They should also be prepared for occasional exposure to dust from the donated items due to the nature of the merchandise. The company values individuals who demonstrate the ability to work quickly and efficiently while maintaining high accuracy levels and those who take initiative in organizing their workstations. While some retail or production experience is preferred, it is not a mandatory requirement, making this an excellent entry-level opportunity for motivated candidates eager to gain experience in retail and customer service.

Overall, this role is ideal for dependable and energetic individuals who enjoy working in a dynamic environment where they can contribute to a meaningful and sustainable business model by supporting the reuse and resale of quality donated goods. The company emphasizes reasonable accommodations and is committed to enabling individuals with disabilities to perform their essential duties effectively, demonstrating a commitment to inclusivity and diversity within the workplace.Show Less

Job Requirements

  • Some retail or production experience desired but not required
  • ability to work 40 hours per week and meet schedule demands
  • ability to speak and hear regularly
  • ability to stand and move throughout the store
  • ability to use upper body strength to frequently lift and/or move up to 20 pounds
  • ability to work inside in a production and retail environment
  • willingness to be occasionally exposed to dust from donations

Job Qualifications

  • Ability to identify saleable merchandise
  • ability to prepare merchandise for pricing
  • ability to work as a team in a production environment and communicate with co-workers
  • good customer service skills
  • ability to work quickly without making excessive mistakes
  • ability to organize one’s work station
  • ability to solve practical problems
  • ability to work 40 hours per week and meet production and retail schedule demands

Job Duties

  • Selects items to be priced
  • removes and discards trash from donated merchandise
  • cleans merchandise as necessary
  • sorts merchandise for the department pricer
  • tags items before or after pricing depending on merchandise type
  • stocks the sales floor with priced merchandise
  • maintains a safe, clean, and organized work area
  • assists department pricers in achieving sales and production goals
  • assists customers on the sales floor
  • performs other duties as assigned by Store Manager or Assistant Manager

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