shop clerk

Education:

Secondary (high) school graduation certificate.

Work setting:

• Automobile dealership.
• Warehouse.
• Industrial setting.
• Shopwork.

Tasks:

• Accept cash, cheque, credit card or automatic debit payment.
• Operate computerized inventory record keeping and re-ordering systems.
• Advertise and/or promote products, sales or services.
• Perform data entry.
• Provide customer service.
• Assist in display of merchandise.
• Estimate or quote prices, credit or contract terms, warranties and delivery dates.
• Greet customers and discuss type, quality and quantity of merchandise or services sought for purchase, rental or lease.
• Take customers' orders.
• Prepare special orders.
• Participate in cleaning up spills of chemicals and biological agents and other toxic substances.
• Clean up chemical spills and other contaminants.
• Order parts and maintain inventory.
• Organize warehouse and work areas.
• Keep shop and warehouse clean.

Supervision:

Storekeepers and parts clerks.

Type of product:

• Automobile.
• Automotive parts and accessories.
• Power tools.

Security and safety:

Bondable.

Transportation/travel information:

Own transportation.

Work conditions and physical capabilities:

• Fast-paced environment.
• Work under pressure.
• Attention to detail.
• Bending, crouching, kneeling.
• Physically demanding.
• Standing for extended periods.
• Combination of sitting, standing, walking.

Weight handling:

Up to 45 kg (100 lbs).

Personal suitability:

• Adaptability.
• Efficiency.
• Energetic.
• Hardworking.
• Integrity.
• Positive attitude.
• Proactive.
• Quick learner.
• Time management.
• Dependability.
• Flexibility.
• Organized.
• Reliability.
• Team player.

Screening questions:

• Do you have experience working in this field?.
• Do you meet the language requirements listed in the job posting for the position (English or French)?.

Experience:

1 year to less than 2 years.

Employment terms options:

Day.

Health benefits:

• Dental plan.
• Disability benefits.
• Health care plan.
• Vision care benefits.

Financial benefits:

• Life insurance.
• Registered Retirement Savings Plan (RRSP).

Other benefits:

• Travel insurance.
• Wellness program.