Temporary Outlet Sales Associate - Salinas; Ends

Job Details

Job Location:

HQ Outlet 18 - Salinas, CA 93905

Position Type:
Full Time Education Level: Not Specified Salary Range: $16.90 - $17.65 Hourly Travel Percentage:
Negligible Job Shift: Day Job Category:
Retail GOODWILL CENTRAL COAST

Pay Range: $16.90- $17.65

Location:

Salinas, CA

Employment Type:

Full-Time, Temporary (Ends 10/14/2026)

At Goodwill Central Coast, your work has purpose. For nearly 100 years, we've been turning donations into opportunity, creating jobs, removing barriers to employment, and helping people build brighter futures across the Central Coast.

We're looking for an energetic and customer-focused Outlet Sales Associate who enjoys working with people, thrives in a fast-paced environment, and takes pride in providing excellent customer service. This is an opportunity to support retail operations while contributing to a mission that truly makes a difference in the community.

• Company-subsidized medical, dental, vision, and life insurance*
• 403(b) retirement plan with company matching*
• Paid holidays, vacation, and sick leave*
• Career development and advancement opportunities
• A mission-driven workplace where your work makes a difference

* Benefits are subject to eligibility and plan terms.

We are seeking a dependable, customer-focused, and energetic Outlet Sales Associate to support daily outlet operations. In this role, you will assist customers, stock and organize merchandise, operate cash registers, and help maintain a safe, clean, and welcoming shopping environment. Your dedication to customer service and teamwork will contribute directly to the success of the Outlet and Goodwill's mission.

• High school diploma or equivalent preferred
• Retail sales and/or cash register experience preferred
• Basic math skills
• Ability to communicate effectively in English; bilingual English/Spanish preferred
• Strong customer service and interpersonal skills
• Ability to work efficiently in a fast-paced retail environment
• Ability to learn company and retail policies and procedures
• Ability to obtain forklift certification within 90 days of placement in the position, if required

• Organize, stock, and display merchandise throughout the Outlet
• Greet customers with a friendly and professional demeanor
• Assist customers in locating merchandise and answer questions
• Operate cash registers and process customer transactions accurately
• Support opening and closing store procedures
• Maintain a clean, safe, and organized shopping environment
• Remove and sort unsold merchandise for recycling or disposal as appropriate
• Report customer concerns and operational issues to the Outlet Supervisor
• Thank customers for shopping with Goodwill and encourage repeat visits
• Support overall store operations and team objectives

• Ability to make decisions quickly and confidently
• Ability to perform a variety of tasks while maintaining efficiency and composure
• Ability to maintain a strong sales presence with enthusiasm and positive energy
• Ability to accurately perform cash handling, register operations, deposits, and related paperwork
• Ability to price merchandise at fair market value
• Ability to safely move around merchandise, fixtures, and equipment
• Ability to coordinate hand, eye, and foot movements to safely handle merchandise and equipment
• Ability to train and support new employees as directed
• Ability to drive company vehicles and forklifts when authorized
• Ability to adhere to company safety policies and report hazards promptly
• Demonstrated reliability and satisfactory attendance

If you're ready to use your talents, grow your career, and make a meaningful impact, we want to hear from you.

Bring your talent. Build your career. Be part of the solution.

Goodwill Central Coast is an Equal Opportunity Employer and considers all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other protected status under applicable law. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the position.