Retail Sales Associate- Part Time

Are you a DIY’er? Love working with your hands? Retired plumber, electrician or contractor? Skilled with tools? Project oriented with experience to share? Downtown Ace Hardware is that kind of place! We are focused on providing world‑class service to our customers and our employees. We thrive in a fun and challenging environment. Together with Ace we are proud to have won the JD Powers Award for Customer Service for 16 years.

That’s how we do it! Our Vision is to be “The most helpful hardware stores on the planet” by providing an “Amazing Customer Experience” every time.

A personality and approach that strongly represents our Core Values along with an enthusiastic, positive, supportive sales-focused attitude.

• Puts "Customers First, Always."
• Maintain awareness of all promotions and advertisements and provide this information to customers.
• Comfortable talking to customers about projects and conversationally suggesting sales.
• Willingness to be cross trained throughout the store, including at point of sales as cashier.
• Merchandising skills and abilities.
• Suggestive Sales
• Participate in the processing of new shipments and help the team to keep the receiving and back room areas clean and organized.

High School diploma or GED equivalent or currently in school.

Sales and /or Customer Service background with a personality that will support our Core Values and Mission.

Experience with hand tools, power tools and household maintenance a plus.

General knowledge of DIY projects, paint, hardware, plumbing and electrical a plus.

Ability and willingness to work flexible hours including evenings, weekends and holidays to meet the needs of the business.

Familiar with downtown San Diego parking regulations and restrictions

$17.75-$18.45/hr depending on experience