Warehouse Associate

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Habitat for Humanity East Bay/Silicon Valley brings people together to build homes, communities, and hope. We create affordable and sustainable housing solutions, revitalize neighborhoods, and partner with families to help make the dream of homeownership possible. Since 1986, we have partnered with thousands of volunteers, community organizations, and families with limited incomes to revitalize neighborhoods and provide affordable and sustainable housing solutions.

Position Summary:

Habitat for Humanity East Bay/Silicon Valley seeks a Warehouse Associate for our Oakland ReStore, a nonprofit home improvement store that sells donated, new and gently used furniture, appliances, building materials, and more at discounted prices, making quality goods affordable for our community. As a Warehouse Associate, you'll work alongside the Warehouse Lead to evaluate and accept donations, then prepare them for sale by sorting, cleaning, pricing, and stocking the sales floor.

Availability & Schedule

This is a part-time position averaging 20-25 hours per week at the Oakland ReStore, located at 9235 San Leandro Street, Oakland, CA. Shifts are anywhere from 5 to 8 hours, depending on store needs. The store is open Monday through Saturday, 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., and is closed on Sundays.

The ideal candidate will have:

Open availability on Saturdays

Open availability or flexibility on at least three other weekdays

Holiday season: The last two weeks of the year are our busiest time. All applicants should expect to work during this period.

Paid service day: This role requires taking part in at least one paid service day per year with Habitat for Humanity East Bay/Silicon Valley. Activities vary and may include construction work on an active build site, home repair projects, community events, or other mission-focused service. Training and any needed safety equipment are provided.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

Donations and Receiving

Receive and evaluate donations, accepting items that meet ReStore guidelines

Unload donation vehicles, trucks, and pallets safely and efficiently

Sort incoming donations by category and condition

Processing and Pricing

Clean, test, and make minor repairs to donated items to prepare them for sale

Research prices online and price items according to ReStore pricing guidelines

Tag and label merchandise accurately

Inventory and Stocking

Track and maintain inventory in the warehouse and on the sales floor

Work closely with sales staff to move items to the sales floor in a timely fashion

Build, stock, and refresh product displays.

Loading and Moving

Load and move furniture, appliances, building materials, and other heavy items using dollies, pallet jacks, and forklift (if certified)

Arrange for redistribution, recycling, or disposal of unneeded material

Facility and Safety

Maintain a clean, organized, and safe environment throughout the entire facility.

Assist with cleaning the warehouse, loading dock, and sales floor

Follow all safety procedures and report hazards or damaged equipment to the Warehouse Lead

Volunteers and Customers

Lead, train, and support volunteers in warehouse tasks

Provide friendly, helpful customer service to donors and shoppers

Note: This document describes typical duties and responsibilities and is not intended to limit management from assigning other work as desired.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

1+ year of experience in a warehouse, distribution, receiving, or retail stockroom setting

Familiarity with inventory practices

Safe operation of dollies, hand trucks, and pallet jacks; forklift certification preferred

Knowledge of safe lifting, loading, and material-handling techniques

Ability to identify and assess the condition of furniture, appliances, and building materials

Experience pricing, tagging, and labeling merchandise

Experience setting up and maintaining product displays

Strong organizational skills and attention to detail

Ability to work independently and as part of a team in a fast-paced environment

Good customer service and communication skills

Working Environment/Physical Requirements:

Must be able to safely lift 50 lbs.; stand and walk for extended periods; squat, bend, reach, and push/pull heavy items; and climb in/out of trucks multiple times per day. Work takes place in a warehouse environment that may be dusty, noisy, and exposed to outdoor temperatures.

Compensation:

Pay Range: $18.00-$21.00 per hour, based on experience.

At Habitat for Humanity East Bay/Silicon Valley, diversity and inclusion are respected, valued, and celebrated. We are committed to building an equitable and culturally diverse organization that is reflective of the multicultural community we live in and serve. We strongly encourage BIPOC, LGBTQIA, women, and people with disabilities to apply for our employment opportunities. Habitat is an equal opportunity employer and makes employment decisions based on merit and the applicant's ability to champion Habitat's mission and values. Our policies prohibit unlawful discrimination on any basis protected by federal, state, or local law or ordinance, or regulation.