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Sales Assoc/Material Handler
The Salvation Army San Francisco
Location : Modesto, CA, 95354
Job Type : Part Time
Salary : $16.50 AN HOUR
Date Posted : 2 December 2025
Sales Assoc/Material Handler
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PART TIME
$16.50 AN HOUR
THE SALVATION ARMY
SALES ASSOCIATE/MATERIAL HANDLER
ABOUT THE ARC
The Salvation Army (TSA) Adult Rehabilitation Center (ARC) is a no-fee program to assist men & women in their journey to complete our rehabilitation program. We are grateful for the contributions our valued employees make toward the maintenance and effectiveness of the programs. The organization is indebted to and dependent on the diligence and devotion of its employees.
ABOUT OUR RETAIL TEAM
Become part of the dedicated Retail Team at The Salvation Army! Together we can continue to serve and impact our local community, through the commitment to “Do The Most Good” at ourMODESTOThrift Store, which supports the Adult Rehabilitation Program. This is an opportunity to promote a positive shopping/donor experience, enhance customer service, problem-solving and teamwork skills, while contributing to the success of our Program and its participants.
EMPLOYEE BENEFITS OFFERED
- Opportunity for career growth
- Paid Sick Leave
- Employee Stores Discounts
- Great Work Perks Discounts (amusement parks, museums, services and more!)
- Employee Referral Bonuses
As our enthusiastic and hardworking SALES ASSOCIATE/MATERIAL HANDLER, you will be responsible for (but not limited to):
- Ensuring all Customers and Donors needs are met by a genuine greeting and giving prompt, and courteous assistance.
- Stocking priced items ready to be merchandised on the sales floor.
- Assisting in the maintenance of the store and donation area, to keep it clean, neat, and organized. Perform cleaning duties as assigned by Management.
- Following all POS/Cash Register Policies in accordance with TSA Policies and Procedures.
- Maintaining safety and compliance standards.
- Attending required Monthly Store Meetings.
- Receiving, unload, and stock incoming inventory items accurately and efficiently.
- Providing Quality Assurance by inspecting products for defects and damages.
- Courteously assist the donor in the removal of all donated items from the donor’s vehicle and provide receipt.
- Separating and sort all donated material into the proper containers, and properly stack material as instructed by Management.
- Performing other written and/or verbal duties as may be assigned by Management.
Qualifications to be considered for this position:
- High School diploma/GED required.
- Must be able to accurately handle POS/Cash Register operations and cash transactions.
- Must pass background check, which will include Criminal History and Sex Offender Registry.
- Ability to communicate effectively with management, fellow store employees, customers, and donors.
Physical Demands:
- Ability to sit, walk, stand, bend, squat, climb, kneel, and twist on an intermittent or continuous basis.
- Ability to grasp, push, pull objects such as files, file cabinet drawers, clothing carts, merchandise carts, rolling clothing racks, fixtures, furniture dollies, platform trucks and carts, hand trucks and miscellaneous carts.
- Ability to lift up to 50lbs.
- Ability to perform various repetitive motion tasks.
- Must be able to perform duties with or without reasonable accommodation
Schedule
Our stores operate 7 days per week. Work schedules are determined by Management and employee must be flexible to always ensure adequate store coverage. Part-time associates may be scheduled to work any part-time shift including evenings, weekends, and holidays.
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Required
High School or Equivalent or better.
Experience
Licenses & Certifications
Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities
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Freqently Asked Questions
In Modesto, a Sales Assoc/Material Handler at The Salvation Army plays a vital role by supporting thrift store operations that fund rehabilitation programs. Their work ensures donated goods are efficiently processed and presented, directly enhancing local social services and fostering community well-being.
Success in this role demands stamina for lifting up to 50 lbs, frequent bending, climbing, and maneuvering carts or pallets. These physical tasks require adaptability and endurance to maintain smooth inventory flow and safe handling in a busy retail and donation environment.
Yes, part-time shifts at The Salvation Army’s Modesto location often include evenings, weekends, and holidays, allowing for flexible hours. This adaptability supports employees balancing other commitments while contributing to retail and inventory duties effectively.
Beyond physical handling, this role requires strong customer service aptitude, accuracy with POS transactions, and the ability to inspect and maintain merchandise quality. Balancing retail interaction with inventory logistics makes it uniquely multifaceted compared to standard warehouse jobs.
Employment here blends retail sales with a mission-driven purpose, supporting rehabilitation programs without fees. Unlike conventional warehouses, employees engage directly with donors and customers, fostering community impact alongside material handling.
Yes, associates enjoy perks such as paid sick leave, employee store discounts, referral bonuses, and access to discounted amusement parks and museums. These benefits enhance job satisfaction beyond standard compensation, promoting a positive workplace culture.
The pay typically hovers around $16.50 per hour for part-time positions like Sales Assoc/Material Handler at The Salvation Army, reflecting local wage standards for retail-support and warehouse-like roles within nonprofit sectors.
Modesto’s market shows moderate demand for material handling jobs, especially part-time roles linked to retail thrift stores. Candidates with solid physical stamina and customer service skills often have an edge in securing positions amid steady local turnover.
Balancing quick, accurate inspection for damages with organizing diverse items demands attention to detail and physical agility. Handling unpredictable donation influxes while maintaining safety standards requires adaptability and efficient problem-solving.
Yes, employees have pathways for growth within the organization, potentially moving into supervisory or specialized retail roles. The emphasis on skill development and community impact supports motivated individuals seeking longer-term retail or logistics careers.
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