Backroom Attendant

Backroom Attendant

Location: The Salvation Army Family Thrift Store - Kansas City, KS

Department: Retail Sales

Schedule: Full-Time or Part-Time | Flexible Hours (Weekends Required)

Reports To: Store Manager

Pay Rate: $15 per hour

The Salvation Army Adult Rehabilitation Center (ARC) helps individuals overcome addiction and rebuild their lives through faith-based recovery. Every donation, sale, and interaction supports that mission. As a Backroom Attendant, you'll play a vital role in creating a welcoming, efficient donation experience that keeps our mission thriving.

• Greet donors warmly and assist with unloading donations.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe donation area.
• Provide donation receipts and ensure email addresses are collected.
• Sort, load, and unload trucks in compliance with center policy.
• Courteously inform donors of items we cannot accept and suggest pickup services for large items.
• Power sort donations (where applicable) and support the production process.
• Report any accidents, complaints, or property damage promptly.
• Represent The Salvation Army with professionalism and a positive attitude.
• Be available for flexible shifts, including early mornings, evenings, Saturdays, and some holidays.

• High school diploma (or currently pursuing).
• Friendly, dependable, and customer-service oriented.
• Basic computer and math skills.
• Able to follow instructions and problem-solve in a team environment.
• Must be able to regularly lift 50 lbs and occasionally up to 100 lbs.
• Willing to work in variable temperatures and outdoor conditions as needed.

This role involves standing for long periods, lifting donations, and assisting in a warehouse/store setting. You'll work indoors and outdoors with moderate noise and occasional dust.

• Be part of a team that makes a real difference in people's lives.
• Opportunities for growth and advancement within a respected nonprofit organization.
• Work for an employer that values integrity, compassion, and service.

If you're motivated by purpose, enjoy hands-on work, and want to serve your community, we invite you to apply today!

All employees recognize that The Salvation Army is a church and agree to conduct themselves in a manner that upholds its mission and values.