Full Time - Sales Associate - Outside Lawn & Garden - Day
Lowe's Companies, Inc. · Pueblo, CO · 1 mo ago
Customer Service$15.16–$15.6/hrFull-time
We need to output HTML fragment with sections: headings for sections like About the role, Responsibilities, Requirements, Qualifications, Skills, Benefits, Pay, Schedule. Only include sections that have real specific content.
We need to parse the posting.
First, remove boilerplate: cookie/navigation/legal/EEO/equal-opportunity/scam-warning boilerplate, duplicated lines, application instructions. Also remove repeated "About Lowe’s" sections? There's two about Lowe's paragraphs; we can keep one summary but avoid duplication.
We need to preserve all substantive information.
Let's extract content:
- Intro: "Your Impact at Lowe's As a Customer Service Associate, you combine top-notch customer service skills with genuine care for people to help customers feel comfortable while shopping at Lowe's. This is an excellent role for those who want to engage with customers and help them solve their home improvement challenges."
- "How We Support You Whether you need a part-time position or a place to plant yourself and grow, Lowe's is ready to support your goals. As a Lowe's associate, you'll gain access to many benefits beyond competitive pay and flexible schedules. Make your well-being a priority with multiple top-tier health insurance options. Explore educational opportunities with Lowe's tuition assistance program. Take charge of your financial future with a company-matching 401(k) and optional Employee Stock Purchase Program. Gain extra savings with a 10% Associate Discount. Learn new trade skills with our Track to the Trades program. For information about our benefit programs and eligibility, please visit https://talent.lowes.com/us/en/benefits."
- "Your Day at Lowe's As a Customer Service Associate, you will welcome customers to Lowe's and help them find the right products and services for their home improvement needs. You will interact with customers throughout the day, help them find and select products, occasionally load merchandise, and ensure all customer needs are met. While you will spend most of your time listening to customers, answering questions, and organizing merchandise, your daily responsibilities may vary by department. Customer Service Associates work in one of the following departments, based on hiring needs and skillsets: Appliances, Cabinets, Flooring, Live Nursery, Inside Garden, Hardware, Tools, Millwork, Building Materials, Plumbing, Electrical, Paint, Home Décor, Tool Rental, or Pro Services."
- "Key Responsibilities Welcome customers to Lowe's, answer questions, and deliver friendly and professional customer service. Assist customers with locating and handling merchandise Down stock merchandise by looking for empty areas on shelves and replenishing supplies Process orders and deliveries accurately so customers receive merchandise as expected and on time Cross-functionally train in other areas of the store to help deliver the best customer service Prepare merchandise in your department based on customer needs (e.g., tint and mix paint, cut and thread pipe, cut and bundle wood, cut drywall, cut blinds) Guide customers through shopping or checkout Complete other duties as assigned"
- "Minimum Qualifications 6 Months Experience using a computer, including inputting, accessing, modifying, or outputting information 6 Months Experience using common retail technology, such as smart phones and tablets Reading, writing, and performing basic arithmetic (addition and subtraction) Able to perform duties that may require prolonged standing, sitting, and other activities necessary to perform job duties Minimally lift 25lbs unassisted or over 25lbs with or without an accommodation"
- "Preferred Qualifications 6 months of Retail and/or customer service experience Bi-lingual skills Certification in trade related to department (e.g., hardware, kitchen, plumbing, electrical, lawn and garden, and lumber/building materials)"
- "Lowe's commitment to growth and teamwork extends to the community as well. To better equip our stores and serve our communities, we strongly encourage bilingual, military, and veteran talent to apply and join our team."
- "Travel Requirements This role does not require regular travel; however, this role may need to travel occasionally to meetings, training, or to support neighboring stores."
- "Working Conditions Environmental factors vary by location. You may be working in both inside and outside weather conditions. Exposure to varying climates, including extreme heat or cold, wet, damp, humid, windy, or drafty conditions, is possible. You may be exposed to constant or intermittent noises in addition to moving or shaking objects and equipment. Lifting methods vary based on role, weight, and volume. Associates must follow guidelines, limiting single lifts to 75 pounds. Team lifts are used minimally starting at 75 pounds or when needed. Powered equipment should be used as required, with proper training or assistance from a trained coworker."
- "About Lowe’s Lowe’s Companies, Inc. (NYSE: LOW) is a FORTUNE® 50 home improvement company serving approximately 16 million customer transactions a week in the United States. With total fiscal year 2024 sales of more than $83 billion, Lowe’s operates over 1,700 home improvement stores and employs approximately 300,000 associates. Based in Mooresville, N.C., Lowe’s supports the communities it serves through programs focused on creating safe, affordable housing, improving community spaces, helping to develop the next generation of skilled trade experts and providing disaster relief to communities in need. For more information, visit Lowes.com."
- Then second About Lowe’s: "Lowe’s Companies, Inc. (NYSE: LOW) is a FORTUNE® 100 home improvement company with total fiscal year 2025 sales of more than $86 billion. Lowe’s employs approximately 300,000 associates and operates over 1,750 home improvement stores, 540 branches and 120 distribution centers. Lowe’s is a core value S&P 500 equity stock and a dividend aristocrat. Based in Mooresville, N.C., Lowe’s supports the communities it serves through programs focused on creating safe, affordable housing, improving community spaces, helping to develop the next generation of skilled trade experts and providing disaster relief to communities in need. For more information, visit Lowes.com."
We need to avoid duplication; we can combine or pick one. Probably keep the more recent (FY2025) details. But we need preserve all substantive info; we can merge both but avoid repeating same sentences. Could combine into one paragraph with both sets of facts? Might be okay but risk duplication. Better to keep the second (more updated) and drop the first as duplicate? However the first includes FY2024 sales $83B, 1,700 stores; second includes FY2025 sales $86B, 1,750 stores, 540 branches, 120 distribution centers, S&P 500 equity stock, dividend aristocrat. Both have unique info; we could combine them into a single About Lowe's section that includes both sets, but avoid repeating same sentences like "Based in Mooresville, N.C., Lowe’s supports the communities..." appears twice; we can keep once.
Thus About Lowe's section: combine unique facts.
- Pay Range: "$15.16 - $15.60 per hour Starting rate of pay may vary based on factors including, but not limited to, position offered, location, education, training, and/or experience." This appears twice; we keep once.
- Benefits: described in How We Support You section (health insurance, tuition assistance, 401(k), ESPP, 10% discount, Track to the Trades). Also link to benefits page.
- Schedule: Not explicitly mentioned except flexible schedules mentioned in How We Support You: "competitive pay and flexible schedules." That's a mention of flexible schedules. So we could include a Schedule section with that detail.
- Benefits section: we have details.
- Skills: maybe not explicit; but we have Preferred Qualifications includes bilingual skills, certification, etc. Could treat as Skills.
- Requirements: Minimum Qualifications and Preferred Qualifications could be under Requirements and Qualifications? The instruction: use headings for sections like About the role, Responsibilities, Requirements, Qualifications, Skills, Benefits, Pay, Schedule. So we need to map.
We have:
- About the role: could be the intro paragraph "Your Impact at Lowe's..." plus maybe "How We Support You"? Actually "How We Support You" is about benefits and support; could go under Benefits.
- Responsibilities: Key Responsibilities + Your Day at Lowe's (day-to-day). Could combine.
- Requirements: Minimum Qualifications.
- Qualifications: Preferred Qualifications.
- Skills: maybe bilingual skills, certification, etc. Could be under Skills.
- Benefits: health insurance, tuition assistance, 401(k), ESPP, 10% discount, Track to the Trades.
- Pay: Pay Range.
- Schedule: flexible schedules mention.
Also we have Travel Requirements, Working Conditions, About Lowe's (company info). Those could be separate sections but not in the list of allowed headings? The instruction says use
for sections like About the role, Responsibilities, Requirements, Qualifications, Skills, Benefits, Pay, Schedule. Only include sections that have real specific content.
We need to parse the posting.
First, remove boilerplate: cookie/navigation/legal/EEO/equal-opportunity/scam-warning boilerplate, duplicated lines, application instructions. Also remove repeated "About Lowe’s" sections? There's two about Lowe's paragraphs; we can keep one summary but avoid duplication.
We need to preserve all substantive information.
Let's extract content:
- Intro: "Your Impact at Lowe's As a Customer Service Associate, you combine top-notch customer service skills with genuine care for people to help customers feel comfortable while shopping at Lowe's. This is an excellent role for those who want to engage with customers and help them solve their home improvement challenges."
- "How We Support You Whether you need a part-time position or a place to plant yourself and grow, Lowe's is ready to support your goals. As a Lowe's associate, you'll gain access to many benefits beyond competitive pay and flexible schedules. Make your well-being a priority with multiple top-tier health insurance options. Explore educational opportunities with Lowe's tuition assistance program. Take charge of your financial future with a company-matching 401(k) and optional Employee Stock Purchase Program. Gain extra savings with a 10% Associate Discount. Learn new trade skills with our Track to the Trades program. For information about our benefit programs and eligibility, please visit https://talent.lowes.com/us/en/benefits."
- "Your Day at Lowe's As a Customer Service Associate, you will welcome customers to Lowe's and help them find the right products and services for their home improvement needs. You will interact with customers throughout the day, help them find and select products, occasionally load merchandise, and ensure all customer needs are met. While you will spend most of your time listening to customers, answering questions, and organizing merchandise, your daily responsibilities may vary by department. Customer Service Associates work in one of the following departments, based on hiring needs and skillsets: Appliances, Cabinets, Flooring, Live Nursery, Inside Garden, Hardware, Tools, Millwork, Building Materials, Plumbing, Electrical, Paint, Home Décor, Tool Rental, or Pro Services."
- "Key Responsibilities Welcome customers to Lowe's, answer questions, and deliver friendly and professional customer service. Assist customers with locating and handling merchandise Down stock merchandise by looking for empty areas on shelves and replenishing supplies Process orders and deliveries accurately so customers receive merchandise as expected and on time Cross-functionally train in other areas of the store to help deliver the best customer service Prepare merchandise in your department based on customer needs (e.g., tint and mix paint, cut and thread pipe, cut and bundle wood, cut drywall, cut blinds) Guide customers through shopping or checkout Complete other duties as assigned"
- "Minimum Qualifications 6 Months Experience using a computer, including inputting, accessing, modifying, or outputting information 6 Months Experience using common retail technology, such as smart phones and tablets Reading, writing, and performing basic arithmetic (addition and subtraction) Able to perform duties that may require prolonged standing, sitting, and other activities necessary to perform job duties Minimally lift 25lbs unassisted or over 25lbs with or without an accommodation"
- "Preferred Qualifications 6 months of Retail and/or customer service experience Bi-lingual skills Certification in trade related to department (e.g., hardware, kitchen, plumbing, electrical, lawn and garden, and lumber/building materials)"
- "Lowe's commitment to growth and teamwork extends to the community as well. To better equip our stores and serve our communities, we strongly encourage bilingual, military, and veteran talent to apply and join our team."
- "Travel Requirements This role does not require regular travel; however, this role may need to travel occasionally to meetings, training, or to support neighboring stores."
- "Working Conditions Environmental factors vary by location. You may be working in both inside and outside weather conditions. Exposure to varying climates, including extreme heat or cold, wet, damp, humid, windy, or drafty conditions, is possible. You may be exposed to constant or intermittent noises in addition to moving or shaking objects and equipment. Lifting methods vary based on role, weight, and volume. Associates must follow guidelines, limiting single lifts to 75 pounds. Team lifts are used minimally starting at 75 pounds or when needed. Powered equipment should be used as required, with proper training or assistance from a trained coworker."
- "About Lowe’s Lowe’s Companies, Inc. (NYSE: LOW) is a FORTUNE® 50 home improvement company serving approximately 16 million customer transactions a week in the United States. With total fiscal year 2024 sales of more than $83 billion, Lowe’s operates over 1,700 home improvement stores and employs approximately 300,000 associates. Based in Mooresville, N.C., Lowe’s supports the communities it serves through programs focused on creating safe, affordable housing, improving community spaces, helping to develop the next generation of skilled trade experts and providing disaster relief to communities in need. For more information, visit Lowes.com."
- Then second About Lowe’s: "Lowe’s Companies, Inc. (NYSE: LOW) is a FORTUNE® 100 home improvement company with total fiscal year 2025 sales of more than $86 billion. Lowe’s employs approximately 300,000 associates and operates over 1,750 home improvement stores, 540 branches and 120 distribution centers. Lowe’s is a core value S&P 500 equity stock and a dividend aristocrat. Based in Mooresville, N.C., Lowe’s supports the communities it serves through programs focused on creating safe, affordable housing, improving community spaces, helping to develop the next generation of skilled trade experts and providing disaster relief to communities in need. For more information, visit Lowes.com."
We need to avoid duplication; we can combine or pick one. Probably keep the more recent (FY2025) details. But we need preserve all substantive info; we can merge both but avoid repeating same sentences. Could combine into one paragraph with both sets of facts? Might be okay but risk duplication. Better to keep the second (more updated) and drop the first as duplicate? However the first includes FY2024 sales $83B, 1,700 stores; second includes FY2025 sales $86B, 1,750 stores, 540 branches, 120 distribution centers, S&P 500 equity stock, dividend aristocrat. Both have unique info; we could combine them into a single About Lowe's section that includes both sets, but avoid repeating same sentences like "Based in Mooresville, N.C., Lowe’s supports the communities..." appears twice; we can keep once.
Thus About Lowe's section: combine unique facts.
- Pay Range: "$15.16 - $15.60 per hour Starting rate of pay may vary based on factors including, but not limited to, position offered, location, education, training, and/or experience." This appears twice; we keep once.
- Benefits: described in How We Support You section (health insurance, tuition assistance, 401(k), ESPP, 10% discount, Track to the Trades). Also link to benefits page.
- Schedule: Not explicitly mentioned except flexible schedules mentioned in How We Support You: "competitive pay and flexible schedules." That's a mention of flexible schedules. So we could include a Schedule section with that detail.
- Benefits section: we have details.
- Skills: maybe not explicit; but we have Preferred Qualifications includes bilingual skills, certification, etc. Could treat as Skills.
- Requirements: Minimum Qualifications and Preferred Qualifications could be under Requirements and Qualifications? The instruction: use headings for sections like About the role, Responsibilities, Requirements, Qualifications, Skills, Benefits, Pay, Schedule. So we need to map.
We have:
- About the role: could be the intro paragraph "Your Impact at Lowe's..." plus maybe "How We Support You"? Actually "How We Support You" is about benefits and support; could go under Benefits.
- Responsibilities: Key Responsibilities + Your Day at Lowe's (day-to-day). Could combine.
- Requirements: Minimum Qualifications.
- Qualifications: Preferred Qualifications.
- Skills: maybe bilingual skills, certification, etc. Could be under Skills.
- Benefits: health insurance, tuition assistance, 401(k), ESPP, 10% discount, Track to the Trades.
- Pay: Pay Range.
- Schedule: flexible schedules mention.
Also we have Travel Requirements, Working Conditions, About Lowe's (company info). Those could be separate sections but not in the list of allowed headings? The instruction says use for section headings (e.g. About the role, Responsibilities, Requirements, Qualifications, Skills, Benefits, Pay, Schedule). It says "e.g." meaning those are examples, but we should prefer those headings; we can also add other headings if needed? It says "Use for section headings (e.g. About the role, Responsibilities, Requirements, Qualifications, Skills, Benefits, Pay, Schedule)." It implies we should use those headings for sections; we could also add others like "Working Conditions" if needed, but better to stick to those. However we have substantive info for Travel Requirements and Working Conditions; we could fold them into Responsibilities or About the role? Might be okay to include as a separate section like "Working Conditions" but not in the list; risk of not following instruction. The instruction: "Use for section headings (e.g. About the role, Responsibilities, Requirements, Qualifications, Skills, Benefits, Pay, Schedule)." It doesn't forbid other headings, but says "e.g." meaning those are examples. However later: "Prefer a few substantive sections over many thin ones." So we could add extra sections if needed but better to incorporate into existing.
Travel Requirements could go under Responsibilities or maybe under About the role? Not ideal. Could add a "Travel" section but maybe considered thin. However it's substantive: "This role does not require regular travel; however, this role may need to travel occasionally to meetings, training, or to support neighboring stores." That's a specific detail. Could be placed under Responsibilities as a bullet.
Working Conditions also could be under Responsibilities or maybe under About the role? Could be a separate "Working Conditions" section but might be considered thin? It's fairly detailed. Could be its own section.
Given instruction to prefer few substantive sections, we could create sections: About the role, Responsibilities, Requirements, Qualifications, Benefits, Pay, Schedule. That's 7 sections. We can embed Travel and Working Conditions into Responsibilities.
Let's craft.
We need to output only HTML fragment, no /, no markdown.
We'll use for each section heading.
Inside each section, use
for section headings (e.g. About the role, Responsibilities, Requirements, Qualifications, Skills, Benefits, Pay, Schedule)." It implies we should use those headings for sections; we could also add others like "Working Conditions" if needed, but better to stick to those. However we have substantive info for Travel Requirements and Working Conditions; we could fold them into Responsibilities or About the role? Might be okay to include as a separate section like "Working Conditions" but not in the list; risk of not following instruction. The instruction: "Use for section headings (e.g. About the role, Responsibilities, Requirements, Qualifications, Skills, Benefits, Pay, Schedule)." It doesn't forbid other headings, but says "e.g." meaning those are examples. However later: "Prefer a few substantive sections over many thin ones." So we could add extra sections if needed but better to incorporate into existing.
Travel Requirements could go under Responsibilities or maybe under About the role? Not ideal. Could add a "Travel" section but maybe considered thin. However it's substantive: "This role does not require regular travel; however, this role may need to travel occasionally to meetings, training, or to support neighboring stores." That's a specific detail. Could be placed under Responsibilities as a bullet.
Working Conditions also could be under Responsibilities or maybe under About the role? Could be a separate "Working Conditions" section but might be considered thin? It's fairly detailed. Could be its own section.
Given instruction to prefer few substantive sections, we could create sections: About the role, Responsibilities, Requirements, Qualifications, Benefits, Pay, Schedule. That's 7 sections. We can embed Travel and Working Conditions into Responsibilities.
Let's craft.
We need to output only HTML fragment, no /, no markdown.
We'll use for each section heading.
Inside each section, use
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- for lists. We need to preserve all substantive information. Let's draft content. About the role: combine "Your Impact at Lowe's..." and maybe "How We Support You"? Actually How We Support You is benefits; but we can keep About the role as the impact statement. About the role paragraph: "As a Customer Service Associate, you combine top-notch customer service skills with genuine care for people to help customers feel comfortable while shopping at Lowe's. This is an excellent role for those who want to engage with customers and help them solve their home improvement challenges." We could also include "Whether you need a part-time position or a place to plant yourself and grow, Lowe's is ready to support your goals." That's more about support; maybe goes under Benefits? But it's about support goals; could be under About the role as well. However we have a Benefits section for concrete benefits. The sentence about part-time or grow is more about opportunities; could be under About the role. I'll include it in