Dive Shop Sales Associate (Part-Time)

Divers Direct is seeking an energetic, passionate, customer-focused individual to join our team. Life's too short to work at a job you don't love! If you have a passion for the ocean, watersports and adventure, this could be the opportunity you've been waiting for. Divers Direct offers a fun work environment and generous benefits package, including: bonus opportunities, sales contests, employee discounts, medical/dental/vision/life insurance, paid time off, holiday pay, and a 401k plan with a company match. What are you waiting for? Apply online today!

Summary:

The sales associate is responsible for generating sales of destination, enhancement, and lifestyle products by providing superior customer service and customer education; accurately processing sales transactions and maintaining cash accountabilities; and participating in all activities related to the ongoing operation and maintenance of a retail environment.

 Duties/Essential Functions:

• Generate sales of all product categories
• Maintain updated product
• Stock and replenish merchandise
• Coordinate product exchange and transfers
• Stamp, mark or tag price on merchandise
• Arrange displays to promote sales
• Complete sales transactions and maintain proper cash accountabilities
• Assist in cleaning and maintaining the orderly appearance of the store
• Fill tanks and conduct inspections following company sponsored VIP training
• Other tasks as assigned by the General Manager or designee

• Cashier or point-of-sale (POS) experience preferred
• Previous customer service experience; six (6) months sales or related experience preferred
• Certified Scuba Diver or Dive Instructor highly desirable. If not currently certified, must complete at least the academic requirements of a scuba course within the first 90 days of employment
• A combination of education, certifications, and work experience may be qualifying
• Overall understanding of personal computer operations
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Excellent interpersonal skills. Must be willing and able to work in a collaborative setting with a diverse group of internal and external vendors
• Must be able to work a flexible schedule as dictated by retail needs

Physical Requirements:

• Position requires employee to work on his/her feet 100% of the time
• Ability to bend and squat
• Ability to lift/carry 40+ pounds on a regular basis
• Ability to climb ladders
• Ability to access all areas of the store
• Ability to read, write, count, and do basic arithmetic

Important Note on Housing:

Due to the unique and competitive nature of the Florida Keys housing market, applicants must secure housing accommodations prior to applying. We are unable to provide relocation assistance or temporary housing, and strongly encourage only those with established or confirmed housing in the area to apply. 

NOTICE TO ALL APPLICANTS CONCERNING THE COMPANY DRUG FREE WORKPLACE PROGRAM

This company is a drug free workplace that complies with the State of Florida Drug Free Workplace Act and testing procedures. All new hires must test negative on a pre-employment drug test in order to be employed by this company. The pre-employment drug test will test for the following 9 substances:

Amphetamines, Barbiturates, Benzodiazepines, Cocaine, Methadone, Methaqualone, Opiates, Phencyclidine (PCP) and Propoxyphene.

Employees will be subject to additional drug and/or alcohol testing in the situations that are outlined in the company drug free workplace company policy. Additional substances may also be tested for in the situations that are outlined in the company policy. These additional substances are also outlined in the company policy.