Sales Associate

Are you passionate about helping others? Are you committed to going above and beyond to provide extraordinary customer experiences? Are you looking for a team environment where you can become an expert and grow in a long-term career? 

Then, let’s talk! 

Rugged Trade has immediate openings for full-time and part-time entry level sales floor associates – AKA a Rugged Trade Apprentice. We are looking for people who are committed to providing the very best experience for our customers in every interaction. Our ideal candidate will be able to think independently, be outgoing and team oriented, reliable, detail oriented, and be willing and able to learn quickly.  

This is not a typical or passive retail role - it is an opportunity to make a real difference in people’s lives. That is why we are looking for people who are aligned with our Core Values: 

We Live Rugged – We work hard, work with integrity, think like an owner, protect the brand, and we are action oriented, and results driven. 

We Are Committed – To the community, to our customers, to each other, and to continual improvement. 

We Are Passionate – About building authentic relationships with our customers, doing what is right by them, providing extraordinary service, and treating others as they want to be treated. 

We Are Resilient – We have a tenacious spirit, we are steadfast to our mission, we are flexible to adapt to customer and industry changes, and we persevere when situations get tough. 

We Are Fearless – We are unafraid to make mistakes but take accountability when we do. 

What we expect from our team members 

• Daily dedication to our Core Values 
• Eagerness to learn new things through structured training and through individual, self-directed learning 
• Ability to work varying schedules, including nights and weekends 
• Ability to confidently interact with new people 
• Ability to persuade people through education and professional recommendations in order to meet individual and store sales goals 
• Willingness to work hard for your team and for your customers 
• Ability to professionally handle high-end company account clients and confidential information 
• Flexibility and agility in an ever-evolving environment 
• Clear and concise communication skills  

What we offer 

• On the job training 
• Leadership development 
• Competitive pay 
• Incentive programs 
• Generous paid and unpaid time off plans