Retail Sales Associate - 2712
We are seeking entry-level, full-time sales associates in our pawn store locations nationwide. The Pawnbroker / Retail Sales Associate partners with the entire staff to ensure customer service on both the lending and retail sides of the business.
About the role
The Pawnbroker / Retail Sales Associate greets, engages, and interacts with customers in a positive and professional manner to process sales, loans, and other transactions. Associates thrive on customer engagement, assist with inquiries, and resolve issues while working with a wide variety of merchandise, including jewelry, tools, electronics, and firearms (in FFL locations).
This full-time position offers an hourly wage plus commission based on productivity. Actual pay will vary based on work location, qualifications, and experience.
Pay range: $13.50 to $16.50 per hour, plus commission up to 8% on transactions (potential additional $1.00 per hour on average).
Responsibilities
- Greet and interact with customers to develop rapport and recommend financial solutions.
- Perform non-management open/close procedures.
- Maintain a clean, stocked sales floor and merchandise displays.
- Process sales and loan transactions in accordance with company policies and regulatory requirements.
- Handle cash and negotiable items following established procedures.
- Answer incoming calls per company standards.
- Communicate legal aspects of pawn and buy transactions to customers.
- Collaborate with coworkers and managers to create a positive customer experience.
- Complete assigned training and other related duties as needed.
Requirements
- Willing and able to lift/carry up to 50 pounds.
- Ability to perform duties for extended periods, including standing, stooping, walking, climbing, pushing, pulling, and lifting.
- Ability to work with firearms and become firearms certified (where applicable).
- Assist customers in exterior areas, including parking lots and storage buildings.
- Minimum age: 18 years old.
- High School Diploma, GED, or equivalent experience.
- Strong desire to work with people, serve customers, and be team-oriented.
- Ability to multi-task in a fast-paced environment.
- Proficiency in basic math calculations.
- Cash handling experience preferred.
- Ability to work in multiple locations as business needs dictate.
- Flexible retail schedule, including weekends and holidays.
- Computer literate with ability to operate POS systems and office machines.
Bilingual applicants are encouraged to apply.
Benefits
- Comprehensive medical, dental, vision, life, and supplemental insurance options (eligibility required).
- Earned Wage Access: Withdraw up to 50% of earned wages up to seven times per payroll cycle (available from the second day of employment).
- Unlimited commission potential above hourly base rate.
- Paid vacation: 1 week after 6 months, 2 weeks after 1 year, increasing to 3 weeks (120 hours) after 5 years.
- Sick/personal time: 8 hours after 6 months, 16 hours annually thereafter (years 2-5), increasing to 24 hours after 5 years.
- Employee discounts available from the first day of employment.
- Tuition reimbursement up to $2,000 per year (for eligible full-time employees).
- Access to over 10,000 discounts from 1,000+ companies via FirstCash Perks.
- Auto-enrollment in 401k program after 6 months of employment.
- Pet insurance program available.
Store hours: Most locations open at 9 AM and close at 6 PM; many stores are closed on Sundays.