Job Opportunity At Laskowski Ace At Laskowski Ace, Sales Associates are the backbone of the business. The Sales Associate's primary focus is assisting customers with finding the right products for their needs. Sales Associates are not only there to help customers find items in the store, but they are there to help narrow down choices and help the customer make that final decision! Responsibilities include: Engaging and inspiring customers in every way; greet customers as soon as they are encountered Assisting customers in the store as well as on the phone Fronting, stocking and merchandising products Solving problems and coming up with solutions to customer's paint needs Mixing paints using a computerized tinting machine Cutting shades and carpet runners Ensuring that the store remains clean, well maintained and organized; including dusting and mopping Maintaining awareness of promotions/advertisements in order to inform customers about special sales Mastering the knowledge of cutting PVC pipe, lumber, bulk rope, plastic, bulk wire, screen, glass, keys and chains Requirements Minimum: Be at least 18 years old Experience using a computer Ability to match and coordinate colors Ability to communicate professionally with customers and team members Ability to stand and walk for extended periods of time Clean and approachable appearance Availability must be flexible to the needs of the business Be able to lift 20 lbs. as needed Preferred but, not required Forklift experience Retail experience in identifying and selling products based on customer needs Customer service experience, including resolving customer issues, assisting customers in locating product, greeting customers, answering phones and building relationships with customers Retail experience including merchandising and stocking $13-$14 Wage $13-$14 Additional Info What's in it for you? -Competitive salary -401(k) -Employee Referral Bonus -Educational Reimbursement -Ace Hardware Employee Discount Perks In Store Discount Verizon and AT&T Wireless Discounts Access to PerkSpot - an online discount service! Receive discounts for food, restaurants, cell phone services, apparel, electronics, entertainment, books, toys and more from well-known and local retailers. -Great training program that will empower each associate, all while growing their knowledge of the Hardware Industry! -Lifelong skills in "Do It Yourself" projects for your home or your family's home -Employee Assistance Program - Marketplace Chaplains About Us: As your local Ace Hardware, our store is a member of the largest retailer-owned hardware cooperative in the industry. Ace Hardware began as a small chain of stores in 1924 and has grown to include more than 5,000 stores in 50 states and more than 60 countries. As part of a cooperative, our Lake County roots started in 1962 in Round Lake, IL with a small 4,000 sq.ft. store in the plaza where today our 46,000 sq.ft. store resides. Thanks to our loyal customers, a great management team & staff, plus a commitment to excellence, we've grown through the years. Today we have 9 stores located in: Round Lake, Gurnee, Libertyville, Mundelein, Wauconda, Grayslake, Waukegan on Lewis & Yorkhouse, Antioch & McHenry, IL. Locally and family-owned, Laskowski Ace is your helpful neighborhood place for convenience, selection, & service. Visit us at www.acehardware.com Ace Hardware is an Equal Opportunity Employer. This means that we consider all applicants for employment and employees eligible for employment without regard to race, marital status or civil union status, gender, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, mental or physical disability, sexual orientation and/or any other characteristic protected by law.