UPS Store Customer Service Associate

Job Description

Job Description

Store Associate / Customer Service Associate

New The UPS Store – Troutman, NC
Full-Time & Part-Time Opportunities

We are preparing to open a new The UPS Store location in Troutman, NC and are looking for friendly, dependable and motivated people to join our team.

As a Store Associate, you'll help customers with shipping, packaging, printing, copying, mailbox services and other business needs. No previous shipping or printing experience is required—we are looking for people with a positive attitude, strong customer-service skills and a willingness to learn.

Because this is a brand-new location, you'll have the opportunity to join the team from the beginning and learn a variety of valuable retail, customer-service and business skills.

• Welcome customers and provide friendly, professional service.
• Help customers select appropriate shipping and packaging options.
• Process shipments accurately using store computer systems.
• Pack customer items carefully and professionally.
• Assist with Amazon and other return transactions.
• Help customers with printing, copying, scanning, faxing and document services.
• Learn to operate printers, copiers, finishing equipment and other store technology.
• Assist with business cards, flyers, brochures, posters and other print products.
• Support mailbox customers and other store services.
• Answer phones and respond professionally to customer questions.
• Process payments and handle cash accurately.
• Keep the store clean, organized and ready for customers.
• Receive, organize and manage packages and supplies.
• Help maintain inventory and notify management when supplies are needed.
• Work cooperatively with other team members during busy periods.
• Learn new services and systems as the business grows.

We're looking for someone who:

• Enjoys helping and interacting with people.
• Is dependable and arrives at work on time.
• Communicates clearly and professionally.
• Is comfortable using computers and learning new software.
• Pays close attention to details and accuracy.
• Can handle several customers or tasks without becoming overwhelmed.
• Takes initiative and looks for ways to help.
• Works well as part of a small team.
• Is willing to learn rather than saying, "That's not my job."
• Can follow established procedures while using good judgment.
• Is interested in learning new skills and taking on additional responsibility.

Previous experience in retail, customer service, hospitality, printing, shipping, office services, banking or another customer-facing environment is helpful but not required.

The position involves working in an active retail environment. Associates should be able to:

• Remain on their feet for much of the workday.
• Regularly handle packages and supplies.
• Safely lift 50 lb and move items consistent with the requirements of the position.
• Use computers, printers, copiers and other store equipment.
• Work some Saturdays and maintain dependable attendance.

Both full-time and part-time schedules may be available.

Availability and scheduling needs will be discussed during the interview process.

Previous The UPS Store experience is not required .

We will provide training in:

• Shipping and carrier services
• Packaging
• Customer service
• Printing and copying
• Store computer systems
• Mailbox services
• Returns
• Point-of-sale transactions
• Store procedures and safety

We're looking for people who enjoy learning. An associate who demonstrates strong performance, reliability and leadership may have opportunities to take on additional responsibilities as the business grows.

Expected starting pay: approximately $14–$19 per hour , depending on experience, skills, availability and responsibilities.

Candidates with directly relevant printing, shipping or strong retail/customer-service experience may qualify toward the higher end of the range.

We're building the team for a new store, so strong employees will have opportunities to grow with the business.

Potential progression may include:

Store Associate → Senior Associate → Shift Lead → Assistant Manager

We value employees who demonstrate reliability, excellent customer service, initiative, accuracy and a willingness to learn.

Please send your résumé or a brief description of your work experience to: View email address on ziprecruiter.com

Please include:

1. Your general availability and the number of hours you are looking for each week.
2. Whether you are available to work Saturdays.
3. A brief description of your customer-service or retail experience.
4. Any experience you have with computers, printing, shipping or office equipment.
5. Why this position interests you.

Students, individuals returning to the workforce and candidates looking to build customer-service and business skills are encouraged to apply if they can meet the position's schedule and job requirements.