Team Member, Petsense

Team Member, PetsenseThis position is responsible for interacting with customers and team members, supporting selling initiatives and performing assigned tasks, while providing legendary customer service.Essential Duties and Responsibilities (Min 5%)As a Team Member, it is essential that you be available, flexible, adaptable and service-oriented, as you must be able to fulfill all of the following requirements:Maintain regular and predictable attendance.Work scheduled shifts and have the ability to work varied hours, days, nights, weekends and overtime as dictated by business needs.Take the initiative to support selling initiatives:Thank the CustomerEngage with the customer and/or petAdvise products or servicesMake it MemorableTeam Members are required to perform a combination of the following duties during 95 percent of their day. Although the mix may vary from one day to another, our business and staffing model makes it essential that every Team Member be able to perform all of the following duties accurately, efficiently and safely on a regular basis and without advance notice:Operate cash register/computer following cash handling procedures as established by Tractor Supply/Petsense CompanyRecovery of merchandiseParticipate in mandatory freight processComplete Plan-o-gram procedures (merchandising, sets, and resets)Assemble merchandisePerform janitorial dutiesExecute price changes/markdownsAssist customers with loading purchasesEnsure the safety and well-being of live animals. Sanitize and maintain holding tanks and care for live animals as requiredComplete all documentation associated with any of the above job dutiesTeam Members also may be required to perform other duties as assigned.Required QualificationsExperience: No experience required. Retail experience and/or pet/live animal knowledge is strongly preferred.Education: A high school diploma or equivalent is preferred, but not required. Regardless of education level, Team Members must be able to read, write and count accurately.Preferred Knowledge, Skills or AbilitiesPet/Live Animal, pet food, pet product knowledge is strongly preferred.Strong communication and problem-solving skills.Basic computer skills.Strong interpersonal skills and ability to resolve issues ethically and with minimal conflict.Working ConditionsWorking environment is favorable, generally working inside with moderate noise.Indoor floors and outdoor lots generally are hard surfaces (concrete, asphalt, etc.) with adequate lighting and temperature.Work shifts vary from one store to another, but generally are no less than 4 hours and may exceed 8 hours.Promote a safe and productive work environment for Team Members and customers and adhere to Company safety training and guidelines.Physical RequirementsThis position is non-sedentary.It is essential that Team Members have the physical and mental stamina and ability to move throughout the store and outdoor areas quickly and safely.It is essential to operate all equipment related to their job duties efficiently, safely, properly and accurately; and to provide the highest level of customer service.Ability to occasionally lift or reach merchandise overhead.Ability to frequently stand, kneel, twist, crouch, squat, bend, stoop, and climb ladders.Ability to move throughout the store for an entire shift.Ability to safely access all areas of the store including selling floor, side lot, stock area, and register area.Ability to constantly operate store equipment such as computer, cash register, and other store equipment.Ability to read, write, and count accurately to complete all documentation.Ability to utilize strong written and verbal communication skills to communicate effectively with team members and customers.Ability to process information / merchandise through the point-of-sale system.Ability to move and transfer live animals, equipment, and merchandise weighing up to 50 pounds.Ability to successfully complete all required training and certification.Lifting 50+ poundsDisclaimerThis job description represents an overview of the responsibilities for the above referenced position. It is not intended to represent a comprehensive list of responsibilities. A team member should perform all duties as assigned by his/her supervisor.Company InfoAt Tractor Supply and Petsense by Tractor Supply, our Team Members are the heart of our success. Their dedication, passion, and hard work drive everything we do, and we are committed to supporting them with a comprehensive and accessible total reward package. We understand the evolving needs of our Team Members and their families, and we strive to offer meaningful, competitive, and sustainable benefits that support their well-being today and in the future. Our benefits extend beyond medical, dental, and vision coverage, including company-paid life and disability insurance, paid parental leave, tuition reimbursement, and family planning resources such as adoption and surrogacy assistance, for eligible Team Members. While all Team Members have access to a broad range of rewards, eligibility and specific offerings may vary depending on the role, individual plan requirements and eligibility criteria.