Nanuet - Thrift Store Donation Attendant

About the role

Goodwill Greater New York and Northern New Jersey (GWNYNJ) believes that the power of work and sustainable fashion unlocks the good in our communities. For over 100 years, we have helped people get jobs, stay employed, and progress in careers across New York and Northern New Jersey. We operate over 30 retail locations, serving as a destination for donating goods and making a material, sustainable impact on textile reuse. We empower individuals with disabilities and other barriers to employment to gain independence through the power of work, and we are committed to fostering an inclusive environment where all employees feel valued, respected, and empowered to contribute fully.

Responsibilities

• Greet donors warmly and assist with unloading donations
• Address donor questions about Goodwill, its mission, and donation guidelines
• Keep accurate records of donor counts and volume; submit daily to supervisors
• Assess, sort, and price donations according to Goodwill’s guidelines
• Provide tax receipts upon request and thank donors for their contributions
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe donation area inside and outside
• Follow safety procedures, including proper lifting techniques and equipment handling
• Assist with loading and unloading trucks as needed
• Operate a pallet jack to move donations (certification preferred; training provided)
• Represent Goodwill professionally with excellent customer service
• Adapt to changing tasks in a fast‑paced environment and perform other duties as assigned
• Perform other duties as assigned to support the store team and broader organizational goals

Schedule

Flexibility in availability is essential to meet business needs. The store operates Monday through Sunday, 7:00 am to 9:00 pm. Must be flexible to work weekends.

Health & Safety

This role involves handling pre‑owned merchandise, which may contain allergens, dust, or other substances. Goodwill provides training, protective equipment, and follows safety protocols to ensure a clean and secure work environment. Employees must follow all safety guidelines and report concerns to management.

Benefits

Goodwill NYNJ offers a variety of benefits to Full‑Time employees and Part‑Time employees working over 30 hours per week:

• Generous time‑off policy
• Health, wellness, and financial resources to help achieve personal goals
• Robust health benefits including medical, dental, vision, parental leave, and company‑sponsored life insurance
• Retirement matching programs and contributions
• Transit and commuter benefits
• Incentive payments for achieving performance targets
• Tuition reimbursement assistance
• Medical, dental, vision, and voluntary insurance offerings