Retail Associate
Easton Select Group is seeking a customer-focused and dependable Retail Associate to support daily retail operations and deliver an exceptional in-store customer experience across our pool and backyard leisure retail locations.
Responsibilities
- Customer Service & Sales Support
- Greet customers in a friendly, professional, and helpful manner
- Assist customers with product selection, pool care questions, and general retail inquiries
- Provide recommendations on pool chemicals, equipment, accessories, toys, and seasonal products
- Educate customers on basic pool maintenance and product usage as needed
- Promote store programs, seasonal promotions, and service offerings when appropriate
- Deliver excellent customer service and maintain a positive shopping experience
- Retail Operations & Store Support
- Operate point-of-sale (POS) systems and process transactions accurately
- Handle cash, credit card transactions, returns, and exchanges responsibly
- Assist with opening and closing procedures as assigned
- Maintain clean, organized, and fully stocked sales floors, checkout areas, and displays
- Support daily operational tasks to ensure efficient store functionality
- Inventory & Merchandising
- Receive, unpack, organize, and stock inventory shipments
- Ensure products are properly labeled, displayed, and merchandised according to company standards
- Monitor stock levels and communicate inventory needs or shortages to management
- Assist with cycle counts, inventory organization, and seasonal product setup
- Help maintain a clean, safe, and organized inventory and retail environment
- Team Collaboration & Communication
- Work collaboratively with store managers, service teams, and fellow associates to support customer and operational needs
- Communicate customer feedback, operational concerns, and inventory needs to leadership
- Support a positive, team-oriented, and customer-focused work environment
- Assist with additional operational or retail responsibilities during peak seasonal periods
- Maintain professionalism during all customer and team interactions
- Safety & Compliance
- Follow company safety procedures related to retail operations and pool chemical handling
- Maintain awareness of safe storage and handling practices for pool chemicals and supplies
- Ensure retail and storage areas remain clean, organized, and compliant with company standards
- Support a safe environment for customers and employees at all times
Requirements
- Required Qualifications
- High school diploma or equivalent preferred
- Previous customer service, retail, or sales experience preferred
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills
- Positive attitude and customer-service-oriented mindset
- Ability to work weekends, holidays, and flexible schedules during peak seasons
- Ability to lift and carry 25–50 lbs including pool products, chemicals, and supplies
- Ability to work in a fast-paced retail environment
- Preferred Qualifications
- Knowledge of pool products, pool chemicals, or outdoor living products preferred
- Experience operating POS systems and handling retail transactions preferred
- Interest in learning pool water chemistry and product applications preferred
- Experience within seasonal retail or service-based industries is a plus
Skills
- Customer service and communication skills
- Retail sales and product support
- Organization and attention to detail
- Team collaboration and adaptability
- Inventory handling and merchandising support
- Problem-solving and customer engagement
- Reliability and professionalism
About Us
Easton Select Group is a Massachusetts-based company specializing in pool services and backyard leisure products. Built on a 50-year legacy as a second-generation family business, Easton Select Group is recognized for quality, operational excellence, and innovation. The company operates a diversified portfolio of brands, providing tailored pool products, services, and expertise for homeowners nationwide. Easton Select Group continues to grow through strategic acquisitions, strengthening its ability to deliver industry-leading service and support across a highly fragmented market.
Benefits
- 9 paid holidays
- Paid vacation and sick time
- Employer-matched 401(k)
- Employer-paid life insurance
- Optional supplemental life insurance
- Medical, dental, and vision insurance plans