Retail Associate

Do you have a good working knowledge of farm, feed, livestock, garden and pet products?

Buckerfield's Nanaimo is seeking to hire a continuous full time Retail Associate to join our fast paced, growing, knowledgeable team.

Long before sustainability became headline news, Buckerfield's was a pioneer in providing home, garden, and farm products to customers who know that true value is found in quality supplies that benefit our families, our animals, and our land. Our staff are happy to share knowledge and help our customers with their latest projects. We're here to take care of our customers - it just comes naturally to us.

If this sounds like you, apply today!

What We Offer:

• Participation in an on-target sales bonus program
• Paid Vacation: 2 weeks after 1 year of employment, 3 weeks after 5 years of employment
• Training / educational / certification opportunity:
  Forklift Operator Certificate, BC Pesticide Dispenser Certificate, Veterinarian Drug Dispenser Certificate
• Opportunity for additional training and certification
• Overtime pay, as needed
• Opportunities for may arise
• Extended Health and Dental:
  After 6 months of FT employment, benefits include Life Insurance, Accidental Death and Dismemberment coverage, Long Term Disability, Employee and Family Assistance Program, Extended Health Care (a percentage of coverage for prescription drugs, hospital expenses, vision care, paramedical practitioners, etc.), Dental Care, and Travel Health coverage*
• 6% Employer Contribution to Group RRSP after 1 year of FT employment*

* Benefits are subject to change at any time, at the sole discretion of the Employer.

Qualifications:

• Strong customer service and communication skills
• A great attitude and willingness to learn
• A valid Pesticide Dispenser Certificate, or a willingness to obtain one would be an asset

Responsibilities:

• Serve and help customers
• Maintain a clear understanding of products carried and sold by Buckerfield's
• Process cash register transactions
• Participate in the maintenance of display, housekeeping and merchandising standards
• Other duties assigned by the Store Manager

Availability:

• Position to be filled immediately
• 35-40 hours per week, weekend availability required
• Full availability including weekends and holidays, as scheduled by the Store Manager

Please contact Cindy Spencer at Buckerfield's Nanaimo to apply for this position, or to request additional information.