Now Hiring - Santa Barbara Home Improvement Center - Lumber Sales Associate in Santa Barbara, CA

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Our superb starting pay of $21.00 per hour for full-time is the highest in the industry. Our benefits are unparalleled in the trade with full time employees being eligible for HMO Health Care Coverage with 75% of the premium paid for by the company. Dental coverage of $1800 yearly, Section 125 deductions for uncovered medical and child care expenses, employer sponsored life insurance, a 401k plan with employer match (up to $3,000 yearly), an employee discount amounting to cost-plus only 10%, and paid vacation, holiday & sick time. Opportunity for $500.00 employee referral bonuses. Main Responsibilities of a Lumber Sales Associate: * Greeting and assisting customers * Keeping the selling floor stocked and organized * Upselling and cross-selling Lumber Sales Associate Job Description: We are looking for a qualified retail sales representative to provide our customers with outstanding service and make sure all their needs are met. A good job candidate is a person with strong communication skills who knows how to delight customers and make them feel welcome and respected. A positive and friendly attitude is a must, as well as the ability to efficiently and effectively handle potential customer complaints and refunds. A good retail sales representative must ensure that every customer leaves our store satisfied and wants to come back again. A qualified candidate must also have excellent product knowledge, and ensure the selling floor is always fully stocked and organized. Responsibilities of a Lumber Sales Associate: * Greeting customers * Helping customers find what they are looking for * Introducing customers to new products * Informing customers about sales, discounts, and promotions * Upselling and cross-selling products when appropriate * Answering questions about products or services * Stocking and organizing product racks * Coordinating with team members for outstanding customer service Lumber Sales Associate Job Requirements: * High school degree or equivalent * Experience as a retail sales representative or similar role is a plus * Familiarity with visual merchandising * Ability to stock and restock shelves * Strong communication skills * Excellent problem-solving skills * Good organization skills * Positive and friendly attitude * Ability to successfully work in a team The Santa Barbara Home Improvement Center is the premier home Center in the Santa Barbara area. We are family owned and have been in business for over half a century. In 2017 we were recognized by the Pacific Coast Business Times as Santa Barbara County's Business of the year. We are were also honored by Ace Hardware Corporation for being the #1 volume purchasing store out of over 4,400 Ace Stores nationwide. Being a premiere destination for the Santa Barbara community, especially on weekends, most starting positions do require working Saturdays and Sundays. Pay: Starting at $21 / hour Benefits: * Paid time off * Health insurance * Dental insurance * Life insurance * Disability insurance * 401(k) matching * Referral program * Employee discount Job Type: fulltime Schedule: * 8 hour shift * Weekend availability Education: No education required Work location: On-site