Part-Time Sales Associate

Location: Algona

Build the Future with Us - Forge & Build is Hiring a Sales Associate

At Equipment Share, we're not just filling a role - we're assembling the best team on the planet to build something that's never been built before. We're on a mission to transform an industry that's been stuck in the past by empowering contractors and communities through innovative technology, real-time support, and a team that truly cares.

Forge & Build is hiring a Part
-Time Sales Associate at our facility in Algona, IA, and we're looking for someone who's ready to grow with us, bring energy and drive to their work, and help us build the future of construction. The Sales Associate is a critical, front-line, customer-facing role responsible for delivering exceptional in-store customer service. Key responsibilities include managing customer walk-ins, handling incoming calls, processing orders, and supporting outside sales representatives.

This position is pivotal in assisting and resolving customer issues to ensure a consistently positive experience, and it serves as an excellent opportunity for learning and career growth within the Forge & Build business.

Primary Responsibilities

* Serve as the first point of contact, providing outstanding customer service, exceeding customer expectations, and maintaining a friendly, professional attitude for walk-ins and incoming calls.

* Process sales orders, quotes, pricing requests, and apply payments on customer accounts.

* Responsible for stocking, cleaning, merchandising, and maintaining overall store cleanliness and a safe shopping environment.

* Assists in unloading merchandise that is received in the store.

* Maintain strong knowledge of all product lines available at the store and the ability to provide product information.

* Helps identify new business opportunities by referring potential leads (contractors, builders, developers, homeowners, etc.) to outside sales representatives.

* Responsible for learning and understanding the Bis Track system, including identifying inventory discrepancies, receiving, and POS tasks.

* Ensure effective and timely communication to the store and internal clients, developing and providing action items to improve issues with a sense of urgency.

Why Equipment Share?

Because we do things differently - and we think you'll feel it from day one. We're a people-first company powered by cutting-edge technology. That means our proprietary T3 platform doesn't just run our business - it also makes your job easier, safer, and more connected. Whether you're behind the wheel, under the hood, leading a branch, or closing deals - tech supports you, and you drive us forward.

We're a team of problem-solvers, go-getters, and builders. And we're looking for teammates who take pride in doing meaningful work and want to be part of building something special.

Perks & Benefits

* Monthly Family Dinner Night - We treat you and your family to dinner every month, because family comes first. (An employee favorite!)
* restrictions apply

* Competitive compensation

* 401(k) + company match

* Gym membership stipend + wellness programs (earn PTO and prizes!)

* Company events, food truck nights, and monthly team dinners

* Career advancement, leadership training, and professional development opportunities

About You

You want to be part of a team that's not just changing an industry for the sake of change - we're transforming it to make it safer, more secure, and more productive. You bring grit, heart, and humility to your work, and you're excited about the opportunity to grow within a fast-paced, mission-driven environment.

We're looking for people who:

* See challenges as opportunities

* Embrace change and continuous improvement

* Bring energy, effort, and optimism every day

About Forge & Build

Forge & Build is a place contractors and customers can access all the materials and hardware they need to get the job done, as well as tech-powered equipment rentals.

At its foundation, Forge & Build was started by contractors for contractors. Its leadership team is different from our competitors because they know what it feels like to be a builder. They remember walking into a hardware store hoping to find everything in one place, but many times having to head to another store.

As a partner of Equipment Share, Forge & Build is backed by one of the largest construction equipment buyers in the country, a nationwide support team and T3 technology that helps builders of America increase overall productivity, efficiency, and visibility. Equipment Share is building connectivity for all verticals in construction including materials - which means having accurate and up-to-date information around inventory and location of materials to ensure our customers always have what they need.

Skills & Qualifications

Required Skills/Abilities:

* Possess a strong customer service skill set, consistently providing excellent experience to current and potential customers.

* Effective communication (clear, accurate, and timely to all internal and external…