ReStore Associate

The ReStore is a division of Topeka Habitat for Humanity. Its mission is to generate revenue through the sale of donated building materials and household items to support the broader mission of Topeka Habitat for Humanity. Through its efforts, the ReStore facilitates recycling, minimizes landfill waste, provides affordable home improvement items, and increases Habitat’s visibility in the community.

 

Responsibilities

• Operate the cash register and process sales transactions (cash and credit).

• Maintain and balance the cash drawer.

• Greet customers, answer questions, and provide assistance.

• Answer telephones and respond to customer and community inquiries.

• Maintain a clean, organized sales floor and receiving area.

• Responsible for picking up and assisting with receipt of donations.

• Help maintain the ReStore vehicle fleet.

• Communicate regularly with the ReStore Manager regarding sales and operational issues.

• Recommend improvements to processes and customer service, as needed.

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Qualifications

• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.

• Friendly and helpful attitude.

• This role is highly physical and requires frequent lifting, carrying, and moving of large furniture and appliances throughout the day.

• Ability to lift and carry items weighing up to 80 pounds safely, with assistance for heavier loads.

• Ability to bend, squat, and stand for extended periods.

• Ability to work both indoors and outdoors in varying weather conditions.

• Valid driver’s license, clean driving history, and ability to pass pre-employment screening.

• Ability and willingness to learn to operate organizational vehicles, including a 16-ft box truck (no CDL required).

• Interest in and commitment to supporting the mission of Habitat for Humanity: To build homes, hope, and communities.

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Hours

• 30 hours per week – varied hours from Tuesday – Saturday, 8am – 4pm, Saturdays required

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Pay

• Starting at $16.50 per hour

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Organizational Values

• Humility – We are part of something bigger than ourselves.

• Courage – We do what is right, even when it is difficult or unpopular.

• Accountability – We take personal responsibility for Habitat’s mission.

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Safeguarding

Topeka Habitat for Humanity requires that all employees take seriously their ethical responsibilities to safeguard our beneficiaries, their communities, and all those with whom we work. All staff are expected to help maintain an environment that prevents harassment, sexual exploitation and abuse, safeguards the rights of beneficiaries and community members (especially children), and promotes the implementation of Habitat for Humanity’s code of conduct.

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Application Process

 

Apply in one of two ways: Online
Complete and submit your application using our online form:

 

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Or: In Person
Pick up or drop off an application at:

Topeka Habitat for Humanity
121 NE Gordon Street
Topeka, KS 66608

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For questions, please follow the instructions in the application. We are unable to answer application inquiries by phone.

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Equal Opportunity Employment

Topeka Habitat for Humanity is an equal opportunity employer and seeks to employ and assign the best qualified personnel for all our positions in a manner that does not unlawfully discriminate against any person because of race, color, religion, gender, marital status, age, national origin, physical or mental disability, sexual orientation, veteran/reserve national guard status, or any other status or characteristic protected by law.