Retail Associate; Part-Time

Part-Time Retail Associate – Brownells (Grinnell, IA)

Starting pay: $16–$18/hour (based on experience) Average 24–28 hours/week | Rotating shifts, between the hours of 9 AM–6 PM (weekdays & weekends)

Are you ready to turn your passion for firearms, the outdoors, and excellent customer service into a meaningful part-time role? Join Brownells in Grinnell, Iowa – where we've been Serious About Firearms Since 1939® – and help connect fellow adventurers with quality firearms, gear, and outdoor essentials.

As a Part-Time Retail Associate, you'll be the friendly face customers rely on when shopping for their next hunting trip, range day, or gunsmithing project. Whether you're helping a first-time buyer, recommending optics and accessories, or ringing up purchases at the register, your enthusiasm and firearms knowledge will make every customer feel confident and welcome.

What You'll Do:

• Deliver top-tier customer service in our retail store, engaging visitors with product knowledge and a smile.
• Operate the cash register and manage accurate transaction records.
• Guide customers through returns, exchanges, and firearm compliance paperwork with professionalism and precision.
• Keep shelves stocked, signage updated, and merchandising displays sharp and on-brand.
• Support appraisals and trade-ins with an eye for quality and detail.

Who Thrives Here:
This role is ideal for local gunsmithing students, retired professionals, or military veterans looking to stay connected to their passion and earn extra income in a supportive, purpose-driven environment. If you enjoy meaningful conversations about gear, tactics, and the 2nd Amendment lifestyle, you'll fit right in.

What You Bring:

• 1+ year of firearms experience (retail, hobbyist, military, or gunsmithing background)
• A proactive, team-first mindset and strong communication skills
• Ability to stand or walk for extended periods and lift up to 50 lbs
• Willingness to work rotating shifts, including weekdays and weekends, between the hours of 9 AM–6 PM

Benefits You'll Enjoy (Even as a Part-Time Associate):

• Fully vested 5% 401(k) company match after just 90 days
• 16 hours of paid "floating holiday" time off
• Access to Accident, Critical Illness, and Hospital Indemnity insurance plans
• Generous employee discount on gear and supplies
• Full range access at our Big Springs Shooting Complex
• A chance to work with passionate people who live for adventure, independence, and firearms

Why Brownells? Join a team committed to excellence, fueled by our core values of Respect, Integrity, Courage, and Honesty. At Brownells, you're not just part of a retail team – you're part of a legacy.

Apply now through our quick application process and take the next step in your 2nd Adventure!