Retail Associate ( Full Time )

Job Title: Retail Associate

Reports To: Manager, ReStore

Terms of Employment: Full-time, Permanent

Salary: $18.00 / hour

Store Hours: 10 am - 6 pm (must be willing to work weekends, based on business needs)

Location: Add-in store location here

Website: habitatrestore.ca and www.instagram.com/habitatgta

Who We Are

Habitat for Humanity Greater Toronto Area (Habitat GTA) is leading the way in addressing one of the most pressing issues of our time: the need for affordable homes. We partner with working families in need of an affordable, safe and secure place to live and enable their family’s ability to thrive. We are a land developer, a home builder, a fundraiser, and a mortgage holder. In support of our homebuilding operations, Habitat GTA operates a retail home improvement store called Habitat ReStore, which sells donated home furnishings, appliances, and renovation materials, with all proceeds helping us build more homes.

Habitat GTA is growing. We are an innovative, entrepreneurial social enterprise that has been increasing our capacity for impact each and every year. Together, we are building a better, more inclusive GTA for everyone.

Why Join Us?

• 2 weeks paid vacation, Habitat for Humanity days and personal days
• Corporate gym membership and an Employee Assistance Plan (EAP)
• Volunteer opportunities to support our Habitat for Humanity Builds
• Great entry-level opportunity for new graduates, or experienced customer service professionals
• The pride of being part of a highly respected, high profile global charity
• A meaningful opportunity to make an impact and help your local community
• Generous benefits coverage plan (including dental, vision care, and extended health care)
• Flexible work hours
• RRSP matching eligibility
• Growth and development opportunities

The Opportunity

• Accept donations of gently used items
• Perform all standard cash register transactions proficiently and accurately according to operational procedures including cash, debit card, and credit card transactions
• Represent Habitat for Humanity GTA as a Brand Ambassador by modeling our values and guiding principles
• Support with updating our e-commerce platform
• Deliver exceptional customer service in-store and by telephone
• Merchandise and organize products on the store floor
• Receive and unload shipments of products from our delivery trucks

What You Bring

• Understanding of volunteer management, renovation and building materials is considered an asset
• Safety boots required: CSA approved safety footwear to be worn at all times
• Basic computer skills with knowledge of web-based applications
• Excellent communication and customer service skills
• Past retail or customer service experience is considered an asset
• Ability to perform heavy lifting (30 + pounds) and walk, stand, sit, and stair climb on a frequent basis
• A passion for our not-for-profit cause
• Passion for retail and customer service is considered an asset

Your Application

If you are ready to make a change in your local community and become a part of our team at Habitat for Humanity GTA, click on the Apply button within this posting or click on our Careers Page to find more: https://habitatgta.ca/careers/

Your Future at Habitat for Humanity GTA Awaits.

Applicants must be eligible to work in Canada throughout the duration of their employment with Habitat for Humanity GTA. Proof of eligibility will be required.

Habitat for Humanity GTA is committed to creating a diverse environment and is proud to be an equal opportunity employer.

Habitat for Humanity GTA is committed to ensuring a barrier-free, accessible and inclusive work environment. We welcome and encourage applications from people with disabilities. Upon individual request, we will endeavor to remove barriers to the hiring process to accommodate candidates with disabilities, providing the applicant has met the bonafide requirements of the employment position. Please inform us should accommodation be required at any point during the recruitment and selection process.

As part of our selection process, the successful candidate must receive clearance by a police background check.

We thank all applicants for their interest in Habitat for Humanity GTA, however only those selected for an interview will be contacted.