Retail Store Associate - Part Time - (Various Shifts, must have weekend availability!)

Job Overview Store Associate – Part‑time, on‑site position at Ocean State Job Lot (OSJL) in Poughkeepsie, NY 12601. Rate $16.00–$16.75 per hour. Key Responsibilities Build friendly rapport and provide exceptional service by exemplifying the T.R.E.A.T. model and fostering a welcoming environment. Operate a cash register efficiently, handle transactions accurately, and assist customers with product inquiries, item location, and purchases. Promote Company‑wide customer initiatives such as donations, loyalty programs, and special offers. Maintain accurate displays, restock assigned areas, and ensure OSJL merchandising standards are met. Unload deliveries according to Company processes, organize merchandise, and prepare it for the sales floor. Collaborate effectively and independently to achieve goals, proactively communicating opportunities for improvement to store leadership. Understand, support, and implement safety protocols throughout the store. Maintain a neat, organized, and safe environment through regular cleaning and janitorial tasks. Qualifications Basic math and reading skills. Legible handwriting and strong verbal and written communication skills. Work Environment Work primarily in a climate‑controlled environment with minimal safety and health hazard potential. Position requires constant extended periods of moving, remaining stationary, ascending, descending, and positioning oneself to complete various tasks. Responsible for physical activities including use of hand tools, ascending or descending a ladder, moving, reaching, and lifting frequently; must be able to lift 35 lbs regularly. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions. Benefits 30% Associate Discount. Wellbeing Time & Care.com Access. Generous Paid Time Off: Sick Time Pay, Vacation, and Holiday Pay. Comprehensive Health & Wellness: Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, Critical Illness, and Accident coverage. Flexible Spending Account (FSA). Accolade Care: Personalized healthcare support and navigation. Referral Bonus. Profit Sharing Bonus. 401(k) retirement savings plan. OSJL Vacations & discounts at partner companies. Equal Opportunity Employment Equal Opportunity Employer. This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws. For further information, please review the Know Your Rights notice from the Department of Labor. This job description does not list all duties. You may be asked to perform other job duties essential to the position. Management reserves the right to revise this description at any time. The job description is not a contract. You are an at‑will employee, meaning either you or the Company may terminate your employment at any time, with or without notice. #J-18808-Ljbffr Ocean-State-Job-Lot