Retail Sales Associate

Job description This is a casual position working retail in our thrift store. Must be able to lift 20kg and able to stand for long periods of time. Successful candidate will be able to relate well to all people and be able to manage stressful and fluctuating workload. The candidate will also be able to make sound judgements, work independently and be respectful in all communications. This is a union site the wage is 24.34 per hour to start plus 12.2% per hour in lieu of benefits. Job Profile Job Summary: The retail worker prepares products for sale in Transitions Furniture and More Store. Maintains product displays, assists customers with purchases and processes transactions. Job Duties: 1. Provides direction to store volunteers; 2. Receives product donations and prepares them for display in the store by performing duties such as sorting, pricing, folding, hanging and maintaining related records. 3. Maintains or changes product displays including those required for periodic sale events. 4. Provides information about the retail store(s) and other service(s) of CRNITS to members of the public in person and over the phone. 5. Greets and assists customers with product selection. 6. Operates cash register and processes cash, debit card, and credit card sale transactions. 7. Opens and closes the store by performing duties such as placing and removing signage, opening and closing tills, unlocking and securing the store. 8. Maintains the cleanliness of the store by ensuring t