Retail Warehouse Associate (Home Improvement)

We are seeking a customer-focused and energetic Retail Warehouse Associate to join our client’s home improvement team. This is a temporary-to-permanent position with a 90-day probationary period. High-performing associates who demonstrate strong attendance, teamwork, and excellent customer service will be eligible to transition into a permanent role after 90 days.

In this role, you will help DIY customers and professional contractors find the right materials for their projects. You will help maintain organized departments, restock inventory, and deliver excellent service to drive sales.

Core Responsibilities

• Customer Engagement: Greet customers, answer project-related questions, and proactively offer product recommendations across various departments (e.g., Flooring, Cabinetry, Doors, Windows).
• Inventory & Merchandising: Maintain fully stocked, clean, and organized shelves. Pack down overhead inventory and ensure pricing labels are accurate.
• Order Fulfillment: Assist with pulling, staging, and loading heavy or bulky merchandise for customer pickups and online orders.
• Store Safety: Adhere to all safety guidelines, keep aisles free of debris, and report potential hazards immediately.

Requirements

​Qualifications & Skills

• Education: High school diploma, GED, or equivalent experience preferred.
• Experience: 3+ years previous retail, customer service, or big-box store experience is a plus.
• Industry Knowledge: Basic familiarity with home improvement projects, tools, or building materials is highly valued.
• Reliability: Strong attendance and punctuality are critical for evaluation during the 90-day contract period.
• Schedule Flexibility: Availability to work a flexible schedule, including Saturdays.

Physical Requirements

• Ability to stand, walk, bend, and reach continuously throughout an 8-hour shift.
• Ability to lift, push, pull, and maneuver merchandise weighing up to 50 to 75 lbs independently or with team assistance.

Benefits

• Great Team Environment: Work with a supportive, friendly team in a positive store culture.
• Path to Permanent Full-Time: Clean evaluation at 90 days unlocks a transition to a permanent role.
• Work-Life Balance: Paid holiday schedules once full-time.
• Growth Opportunities: Ongoing training, skill development, and clear paths for internal advancement.