Retail Associate

Description:

Posting to remain open until at least March 27, 2026

Overview: GrowGeneration is one of the largest retailers of hydroponic products in the United States and is engaged in the business of marketing and distributing horticultural, organics, lighting and hydroponics products, including lighting fixtures, nutrients, seeds and growing media, systems, trays, fans, filters, humidifiers and dehumidifiers, timers, instruments, water pumps, irrigation supplies and hand tools.

Position Reports to: Store Manager

Hourly: $18-$20/DOQ

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Organize and replenish front stock and help merchandise store
• Help organize back-stock and perform inventory counts
• Collaborate with other team members to keep the sales floor clean and organized at all times
• Help create a positive environment in which to shop and buy
• Help with any tasks in other departments necessary to keep the store running efficiently
• Operate cash registers, manage financial transactions, and balance drawers, as needed
• Support purchases, returns, and exchanges according to company procedures
• Demonstrate superior product knowledge by developing solutions for customers through listening to their needs and recommending appropriate products
• Greet customers, respond warmly to questions, improve engagement with merchandise and providing outstanding customer service
• Upsell when appropriate; promote current sales, promotions, etc.
• Other duties as assigned

Compensation includes a salary commensurate with experience, participation in group insurance plans upon eligibility, paid time off, sick leave, parental leave and more. Individual compensation packages are based on various factors unique to each candidate, including skill set, experience, qualifications, and other job-related reasons. We offer a comprehensive benefits package for full-time employees and their dependents that includes:

• Two (2) Medical Plans, with GrowGeneration contributing 80% to employee only coverage and50% to employee + dependent(s) coverage
• Dental and Vision Plan
• Short & Long-Term Disability
• Company paid Life and AD&D policy
• Voluntary Life and AD&D
• Accident and Critical Illness
• At least ten (10) days of Paid Time Off (PTO) per anniversary year
• Up to ten (10) paid holidays
• Up to six (6) days of Paid Sick Leave, subject to state and local laws
• Retirement Savings Plan (401k)
• Four (4) weeks of company paid Parental Leave
• 401k employer matching

Part-time employees are eligible for up to six (6) days of paid sick leave (subject to state and local laws), two (2) weeks of paid parental leave, and participation in the 401k. Employees that move from part-time to full-time status may receive less than ten (10) PTO days based on their anniversary date. Benefits may be subject to generally applicable eligibility, waiting period, contribution, and other requirements and conditions. Criminal background checks are part of the GrowGeneration hiring process.

GrowGeneration is an equal opportunity employer that is committed to diversity and inclusion in the workplace. We prohibit discrimination and harassment of any kind based on race, color, sex, religion, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, genetic information, pregnancy, or any other protected characteristic as outlined by federal, state, or local laws.

Requirements:

Physical Requirements:

• Ability to communicate with customers by speaking and listening, in a positive and helpful manner
• Ability to use a computer and POS system with accuracy
• Ability to stand for the duration of a shift
• Ability to lift, push, pull, carry 100+ lbs. repeatedly
• Ability to work in hot or cold environments for extended periods of time
• Excellent punctuality, attendance, and reliability
• Attention to detail, organization, and cleanliness
• Ability to stay focused in a fast-paced environment
• Forklift (Sit Down): 1 year

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.