Habitat for Humanity Victoria envisions a world where everyone has a safe and decent place to live. We mobilize volunteers and community partners in building affordable housing and promoting homeownership as a means to breaking the cycle of poverty.
Habitat Victoria builds decent housing in order to provide lower-income, working families with access to affordable homeownership right here in Greater Victoria. Our Homeownership Program is open to people from all cultures, faiths and traditions.
Description
The ReStore Customer Service Volunteer will greet and assist customers in the ReStore. They will ensure we provide excellent customer service. In this position volunteers may assist customers and help to inform both customers and donors about the mission of Habitat for Humanity Victoria. Volunteers will receive direction from Habitat Victoria Staff. Position Duties: • Greet customers as they enter the store • Direct customers and help them find what they are looking for • Assist staff with setting up displays • Provide help with general housekeeping tasks • Assist in loading and unloading merchandise from customer’s vehicles and ReStore vehicles • Assist in maintaining a clean and organized warehouse receiving bay and sales floor • Keep shelves stocked and neat • Other tasks as directed by Habitat ReStore Staff
Training Details
Orientation before first shift
Working Conditions
Warehouse atmosphere with considerable temperature fluctuations throughout the year. Please dress in jeans and volunteer t-shirt. A t-shirt will be provided to volunteers. Steel-toed shoes or boots will be provided unless you have your own.
Minimum Duration
4 - 6 months
Timing
Weekday - Daytime, Weekend - Daytime
Age
1+
Ideal for
An Individual, A Group, ESL/EAL
Transportation
On a bus route
Area(s) of Interest
Retail Sales/Donations, Recycling
Skill(s)
Customer Service, Collaboration, Interpersonal Communication, Communicate in Plain Language, Verbal Communication
