Summer Student

**Job Title**: Retail Associate
**Reports To**: Manager, Vaughan ReStore
**Terms of Employment**: Part-time, Contract (May - August)
**Salary**: $17.20 / hour
**Location**: 2180 Steeles Avenue W ON L4K 2K7
Who We Are
Habitat for Humanity GTA is greater Toronto’s most recognized provider and advocate of solutions that tackle our region’s housing crisis. Our mission is to create a world where everyone has a safe, quality place to live. We focus on creative solutions to address the affordable housing crisis in Toronto, Brampton, Caledon, York Region and Durham Region. With the help of volunteers, donors and community partners, we unlock change for generations by bringing the benefits of home ownership to more people and communities. Since 1988, Habitat GTA has built 23 new communities, empowering more than 500 families.
Habitat ReStoreis a chain of non-profit home improvement retail stores with 10 locations across the Greater Toronto Area, owned and operated by Habitat for Humanity GTA. We sell home furnishings, appliances, and other renovation materials at a fraction of the price. Our items are donated from businesses and individuals and undergo inspection and testing to ensure they meet our high-quality standards.
Habitat GTA is growing. We are an innovative, entrepreneurial social enterprise that has been increasing our capacity for impact each and every year. Together, we are building a better, more inclusive GTA for everyone.
Why Join Us?
- A meaningful opportunity to make an impact and help your local community
- Habitat for Humanity days and personal days
- Flexible work hours
- Generous Employee Assistance Plan (EAP)
- Corporate gym membership and an Employee Wellness Plan
- RRSP matching eligibility
- Volunteer opportunities to support our Habitat for Humanity Builds
- Growth and development opportunities
- Great entry-level opportunity for new graduates, or experienced customer service professionals
- The pride of being part of a highly respected, high profile global charity

The Opportunity
- Represent Habitat for Humanity GTA as a Brand Ambassador by modeling our values and guiding principles
- Deliver exceptional customer service in-store and by telephone
- Accept donations of gently used items
- Receive and unload shipments of products from our delivery trucks
- Merchandise and organize products on the store floor
- Perform all standard cash register transactions proficiently and accurately according to operational procedures including cash, debit card, and credit card transactions
- Support with updating our e-commerce platform

What You Bring
- A passion for our not-for-profit cause
- Availability on weekends on a business needed basis
- Past retail or customer service experience is considered an asset
- Excellent communication and customer service skills
- Ability to perform heavy lifting (30 + pounds) and walk, stand, sit, and stair climb on a frequent basis
- Safety boots required: CSA approved safety footwear to be worn at all times
- Understanding of volunteer management, renovation and building materials is considered an asset
- Passion for retail and customer service is considered an asset

Your Application
Your Future at Habitat for Humanity GTA Awaits.
Applicants must be eligible to work in Canada throughout the duration of their employment with Habitat for Humanity GTA. Proof of eligibility will be required.
Habitat for Humanity GTA is committed to creating a diverse environment and is proud to be an equal opportunity employer.
We thank all applicants for their interest in Habitat for Humanity GTA, however only those selected for an interview will be contacted.