Hardgoods Sorter​/Pricing Associate

Recruiting Opportunity Closes: 06.18.2026

Hourly Wage: $14.50

Hours Per Week: 29

Status: Non-Exempt / Part Time

Number of Positions: 2

Department: Pendleton Thrift Store Retail Sales

• High school diploma or G.E.D. equivalent (required)

• Some experience in a consumer retail environment, either in sales or product processing (preferred)
• Knowledge of second‑hand products and general retail pricing (preferred)
• Experience driving a 24‑foot delivery truck (required)

• Valid Oregon Driver's License (required)

• Process, clean, sort, price, and shelve hard goods products.
• Maintain a clean and organized processing station and sales floor.
• Follow all store rules, procedures, and policies.
• Adapt to changing hours or shift schedules as needed.
• Assist with additional duties such as unloading donations, moving inventory, and other tasks requested by management.
• Adhere to dress code (Army red shirt and black pants or skirt); obtain management approval for alternative clothing.
• Participate in staff meetings (paid as regular time).
• Complete initial 3‑month evaluation and ongoing performance reviews per Employee Manual.

• Detail oriented with strong organizational skills.
• Self‑starter ability to keep the station clean and orderly.
• Team player fostering cooperation and mutual success.
• Ability to work in a fast‑paced environment and remain calm under pressure.
• Positive customer service mindset when interacting on the sales floor.
• Confidentiality about operational information.
• Cheerful, positive, and energetic attitude.
• Willingness to be cross‑trained in other product processing or sales areas.

• Basic computer skills, including use of web search engines (e.g., Google) to source competitive pricing for higher‑valued products.
• Desirable: familiarity with smartphone barcode scanning applications.

• Lift 65-70 pounds and operate truck dolly as needed.
• Dexterity and strength required for detailed product work.
• Stand for long periods at the processing station.
• Operate pricing/tagging guns and keep them in good working order.

• Valid Oregon Driver's License with excellent driving record.
• Experience driving a 24-foot delivery truck.
• Availability to work nights and weekends.
• Respect for the organization's Christian practices; employees need not pray but should respect meeting openings/closings.
• Pass a criminal history background check.

Immediate Supervisor: Thrift Store Manager

Qualified candidates will be considered without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, or veteran status. The Salvation Army is an equal opportunity employer and maintains a tobacco‑free and alcohol/drug‑intolerant workplace.