Retail Sales Associate

Pinch A Penny Pool Patio Spa

Retail Sales Associate at Pinch A Penny delivering customer service and assisting pool owners in store. Responsible for maintaining store organization and cleanliness while addressing customer inquiries.

Posted 7/31/2026full-timeLargo • Florida • 🇺🇸 United StatesJuniorMid-Level💰 $17 per hourWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates strong customer service skills and a positive attitude while providing solutions-focused assistance in a retail environment. Capable of performing pool/spa water testing and maintaining store organization to enhance the customer experience.

Highest-signal resume keywords

Customer Service SkillsPool/Spa Water TestingRetail ExperienceMultitasking AbilityValid Driver's License

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Hard Skills

Water TestingProduct KnowledgeStock ManagementLifting Up To 50 Pounds

Soft Skills

Positive AttitudeDetail-OrientedFriendly Communication

Certifications & Qualifications

High School Diploma/GED

Industry Keywords

RetailPool IndustryCustomer Experience

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Reporting to the Assistant Manager or Store Manager, the Retail Sales Associate plays a key role in delivering an exceptional in-store customer experience.
You’ll be the friendly, knowledgeable first point of contact for pool owners—helping them with water testing, product questions, and everyday store needs.
You’ll also help keep the store clean, organized, and ready to serve customers.
Welcomes customers as they enter and provides attentive, solutions-focused service.
Performs pool/spa water testing and helps customers understand results, recommending next steps and products based on store guidelines.
Answers phone calls professionally and assists with customer questions or directs them to the appropriate team member.
Prepares and restocks pool additive containers/jugs and ensures related supplies are organized and available.
Keeps the store clean and customer-ready—straighten shelves, dust products, maintain displays, and keep the counter area tidy.
Notifies management of product, supply, or stock shortages to support strong in-stock levels.
Other job-related duties as assigned.

Requirements

What you’ll need

High School Diploma/GED (or equivalent).
Strong customer service skills and a helpful, positive attitude.
Retail and/or pool industry experience.
Ability to lift up to 50 pounds repeatedly.
Ability to multitask in a fast-paced retail environment while staying friendly and detail-oriented.
Preferred: 21 years of age or older to be eligible to drive a company vehicle.
Possess a valid driver’s license with a clean driving record.

Benefits

Comp & perks

Medical, Dental, Vision, and Prescription Drug coverage with Flexible Spending Accounts and Wellness Programs
401 (k) with generous company match
Eligible for Paid Time Off and 8 paid holidays (NOTE: PTO increases with tenure!)
100% employer paid Life Insurance and Long-Term Disability Insurance
Paid Parental Leave
Fully Funded Tuition Education Programs
Employee Stock Purchase Plan
Excellent career advancement and training opportunities to support your career growth
Employee Discounts and much more!