San Gabriel Valley Habitat for Humanity
400 S. Irwindale Ave, Azusa, CA 91702
Tel: (626) 387-6899 Fax: (626) 387-6890

Habitat International

Employment & Internship Opportunities

San Gabriel Valley Habitat for Humanity is a non-profit organization that partners with families and the community to build homes for low-income families.  The SGV Habitat for Humanity ReStore is a discount home improvement store that brings in donations of used and new home remodeling materials from the public and resells them to raise money for the local builds. (Please don’t call the store with questions about the job.  Send all questions to azusamanager@sgvhabitat.org)

The ReStore in Azusa is hiring a part-time (32 hours per week) store associate.

The hours are Monday, Thursday, Friday, and Saturday from 8:45 – 5:15 (8 hours per day, plus a half-hour lunch)

Regular ReStore Tasks Include:

-Bring donations from warehouse to store floor, including regularly moving large and heavy objects (i.e. large furniture, cast iron tubs, stoves, fridges, etc.

-Greeting, building relationship with, and helping customers (including answering specific questions about building materials and any questions regarding construction or home repair in general)

-Answer the store phone and help customers with any questions they have

-Orient, train, and guide volunteers

-Unload and load materials from cars and trucks

-Ready donations for store front by cleaning, fixing, testing, etc.

-Research (usually through the internet) and price donated items

-Use the proper tools (including pallet jacks, hand trucks, furniture dollies, and a fork lift) to safely complete projects and tasks

-Develop and maintain safe and attractive displays for merchandise

-Keep store clean and organized, maintaining high safety standards by eliminating hazards and liabilities (i.e. clutter, tripping hazards, falling objects, etc.)

-Work with a team of people to continually improve and grow the store

-Occasionally pick up and deliver donations using Habitat for Humanity vehicles (primarily a 14’ or 16’ box truck or a full-sized pick-up truck)

Qualifications:

-High School Diploma/GED required

-Ability to safely lift 50+ lbs, stand, squat, bend, and climb in/out of a truck on a regular basis

-Ability to be on your feet for close to 8 hours per day

-Knowledge of the construction and home repair field

-Basic computer skills

-Must be able to work on Saturday

 

What we’re looking for:

-Proven record of excellent customer service

-Retail experience

-Skill in moving furniture, especially large pieces and heavy appliances

-Someone that is self-motivated and productive, but still works very well in a team – being able to take initiative and prioritize tasks are essential skills for the job

-Someone in good enough shape to keep up with the physical demands of the job

-Someone who is organized and efficient

-Spanish/English bilingual is a plus

-Fork Lift Certification is a plus

-Strong communication skills

-Proven record of a positive attitude

-Interest in non-profit work (a track record of community work is a plus)

 

This job is part-time work (32 hours per week), and starts at $11 per hour with the possibility of quarterly sales bonuses. We are looking for a specific fit for the job, and will be putting applicants through a rigorous selection process.  Please, only apply if you feel you will be a stand out applicant.

Bring a cover letter and resume by the store, or email them to azusamanager@sgvhabitat.org with attention to Eric Bridges.

The Azusa ReStore is located at 410 S. Irwindale Ave., Azusa, CA 91702

Resume should include all relevant work experience (including the last 10 years of employment); relevant volunteer experience; a summary of qualifications; relevant merits, training, and achievements; previous education; and any other information you think is important for us to know.