Overview About us Rural King is America’s Farm and Home Store, providing essentials to the communities we serve. With a wide array of necessities ranging from food and feed to farm and home products, Rural King serves ov…
Overview About us Rural King Farm and Home Store strives to create a positive and rewarding workplace for our associates. We offer opportunities for growth, competitive benefits, a people first environment, and an opport…
Skills: Inventory management, Team leadership, Customer engagement, Performance management, Strategic decision making
Overview About us Rural King Farm and Home Store strives to create a positive and rewarding workplace for our associates. We offer opportunities for growth, competitive benefits, a people first environment, and an opport…
Skills: Customer service, Cash handling, Communication, Active listening, Transaction processing
Overview About us Rural King Farm and Home Store strives to create a positive and rewarding workplace for our associates. We offer opportunities for growth, competitive benefits, a people first environment, and an opport…
Overview About us Rural King Farm and Home Store strives to create a positive and rewarding workplace for our associates. We offer opportunities for growth, competitive benefits, a people first environment, and an opport…
Overview About us Rural King Farm and Home Store strives to create a positive and rewarding workplace for our associates. We offer opportunities for growth, competitive benefits, a people first environment, and an opport…
Overview About us Rural King Farm and Home Store strives to create a positive and rewarding workplace for our associates. We offer opportunities for growth, competitive benefits, a people first environment, and an opport…
Overview About us Rural King Farm and Home Store strives to create a positive and rewarding workplace for our associates. We offer opportunities for growth, competitive benefits, a people first environment, and an opport…
Overview About us Rural King Farm and Home Store strives to create a positive and rewarding workplace for our associates. We offer opportunities for growth, competitive benefits, a people first environment, and an opport…
Skills: Customer service, Cash handling, Communication, Active listening, Computer proficiency
Overview About us Rural King Farm and Home Store strives to create a positive and rewarding workplace for our associates. We offer opportunities for growth, competitive benefits, a people first environment, and an opport…
White Township, Pennsylvania, United States · On-site
Entry level
Overview About us Rural King Farm and Home Store strives to create a positive and rewarding workplace for our associates. We offer opportunities for growth, competitive benefits, a people first environment, and an opport…
Skills: Customer service, Cash handling, Communication, Active listening, Transaction processing
Overview About us Rural King Farm and Home Store strives to create a positive and rewarding workplace for our associates. We offer opportunities for growth, competitive benefits, a people first environment, and an opport…
Overview About us Rural King Farm and Home Store strives to create a positive and rewarding workplace for our associates. We offer opportunities for growth, competitive benefits, a people first environment, and an opport…
Skills: Inventory management, Team leadership, Customer engagement, Performance management, Strategic decision making
Overview About us Rural King is America’s Farm and Home Store, providing essentials to the communities we serve. With a wide array of necessities ranging from food and feed to farm and home products, Rural King serves ov…
Talladega County, Alabama, United States · On-site
Entry level
Overview About us Rural King Farm and Home Store strives to create a positive and rewarding workplace for our associates. We offer opportunities for growth, competitive benefits, a people first environment, and an opport…
Overview About us Rural King is America’s Farm and Home Store, providing essentials to the communities we serve. With a wide array of necessities ranging from food and feed to farm and home products, Rural King serves ov…
Overview About us Rural King Farm and Home Store strives to create a positive and rewarding workplace for our associates. We offer opportunities for growth, competitive benefits, a people first environment, and an opport…
Overview About us Rural King is America’s Farm and Home Store, providing essentials to the communities we serve. With a wide array of necessities ranging from food and feed to farm and home products, Rural King serves ov…
Overview About us Rural King Farm and Home Store strives to create a positive and rewarding workplace for our associates. We offer opportunities for growth, competitive benefits, a people first environment, and an opport…
Overview About us Rural King Farm and Home Store strives to create a positive and rewarding workplace for our associates. We offer opportunities for growth, competitive benefits, a people first environment, and an opport…
Skills: Inventory management, Team leadership, Customer engagement, Performance management, Strategic decision making
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Part-time
401(k) plan, Healthcare plans, Virtual doctor visits, Associate discount, Associate assistance program, Hardship program
Posted 2d ago
Apply by Aug 10
~40 hrs/week
Responsibilities
The Outside Recovery Associate facilitates the efficient management of outdoor merchandising areas and assists customers with loading purchases into their vehicles. The role also involves maintaining store presentation, pricing merchandise, and ensuring the parking lot remains clean and organized.
Requirements
Candidates must be able to stand for long periods and lift or pull 30-50 pounds repetitively. Proficiency in using retail equipment and basic computer systems is required, along with strong communication and interpersonal skills.
Full job description
Overview
About us
Rural King is America’s Farm and Home Store, providing essentials to the communities we serve. With a wide array of necessities ranging from food and feed to farm and home products, Rural King serves over 150 locations across 17 states and is constantly expanding. Our annual sales exceed $2.5 Billion, and our heart beats in Mattoon, IL, home to our corporate office, distribution center, and flagship store.
One thing our customers appreciate is our unique shopping experience, complete with complimentary popcorn and coffee. It's just one way we show our appreciation for their support.
At Rural King, we value our associates and strive to create a positive, rewarding workplace. We offer growth opportunities, competitive benefits, and a people-first environment where dedicated individuals come together to serve rural communities passionately. Join us, and you'll find not just a job but a chance to grow professionally, contribute meaningfully, and make a difference in the lives of those we serve.
How we reward you
401(k) plan that provides a 100% match on the first 3% of your contributions and 50% of the next 2%
Healthcare plans to support your needs
Virtual doctor visits
Access to Centers of Excellence with Barnes Jewish Hospital and Mayo Clinic’s Complex Care Program
15% Associate Discount
Dave Ramsey’s SmartDollar Program
Associate Assistance Program
RK Cares Associate Hardship Program
24/7 Chaplaincy Services
Company paid YMCA Family Membership
Responsibilities
What You’ll do
The purpose of the Outside Recovery Associate is to facilitate efficient management of various projects in our outdoor merchandising area, with a core emphasis on assisting customers in loading their vehicles post-purchase. In addition, the role involves activities such as pricing and zoning outdoor merchandise, unloading deliver trucks, gathering shopping carts, attending to customer inquiries, and maintaining a pristine exterior presentation of the store, ensuring a warm and inviting entry for our customers.
Deliver exceptional customer service by assisting customers in loading their purchases into their vehicles.
Collect customer signatures for load out tickets to confirm successful transactions.
Perform “load outs” for customers from the store to their vehicles, ensuring safe loading and contributing to a seamless shopping experience.
Adhere to the Outdoor Merchandising Guide to maintain consistent outside presentation that can be routinely shopped by our customers, and easily stocked and maintained by our associates.
Ensure accurate pricing of products for customer convenience.
Keep the parking lot, corral, and designated areas clean and well-maintained.
Zone outside merchandising spaces such as the load lanes, nurseries, bullpens, and front side walks during available intervals to maintain an orderly display.
Use standard office equipment, including telephones, copiers, fax machines, calculators, and computers.
Operate retail equipment such as the Telxon gun, forklift, pallet jack, ladder, and other tools.
Participate in cross-training for flexibility in various departments and responsibilities.
Actively participate in learning initiatives offered such as training programs, workshops, and webinars. Leverage these opportunities to acquire new knowledge, refine existing skills, and stay current on the latest developments.
Provide friendly, proactive, and professional internal and external support to others, assisting with inquiries, concerns, and issues promptly and effectively.
Demonstrate behaviors that exemplify Rural King’s Values: People First, Integrity, Attitude, Initiative, Teamwork, Accountability, and Continuous Improvement.
Perform other duties as assigned.
Supervisory Responsibilities
None
Qualifications
Essential Qualities for Success
Ability to be engaging with the team within a fast-paced setting, displaying adaptability, proactivity, resourcefulness, and effectiveness.
Excellent verbal and written communication skills to convey ideas, instructions, and information clearly and concisely.
Demonstrated ability to actively listen, ask relevant questions, and provide thorough and articulate responses.
Demonstrated experience making sound decisions in a professional context. Proven track record of evaluating options, considering relevant factors, and achieving desired outcomes.
Demonstrate a high level of adaptability in response to changing priorities, unexpected challenges, and evolving business needs.
Ability to operate independently without direct oversight.
Ability to utilize in-store computer systems, scanning technology, and wireless handheld devices.
Physical Requirements
Ability to stand and/or walk for long periods of time.
Ability to lift, push, and/or pull a minimum of 30-50 pounds repetitively.
Ability to use a ladder, pallet jack, and/or a forklift.
Ability to verbally communicate effectively and professionally with all audiences (in-person or via handheld transceiver).
Close vision for computer-related activities.
Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential job functions.
Rural King is America’s Farm and Home store, serving those living the rural lifestyle since 1960.
Industry
Retail
Company size
10,001+ employees
Founded
1960
LinkedIn followers
34,752
Founded in 1960, Rural King is a family-owned retailer offering a diverse range of products to support those living the rural lifestyle. We operate over 150 stores across 17 states in addition to two primary distribution centers. We welcome everyone with a friendly smile and a free bag of popcorn! While our business continues to grow, we are committed to supporting each community we serve as a dependable pillar that goes beyond just our storefronts by supporting local events and groups that align with our values.
Our team is comprised of over 9,000 associates that are dedicated to providing quality products at great prices with an extraordinary customer experience no matter how customers interact with the brand. Our associates are our greatest asset and are empowered to take care of their business and their customer.
At Rural King, we value teamwork, integrity and continuous improvement. Anyone with the right attitude and initiative has the opportunity for success and advancement. Our people make the difference!
Offices: 700 Broadway Ave E, Mattoon, Illinois 61938, US · 1103 N Main St, Paris, Illinois 61944, US · 1410 Veterans Ave, Vandalia, Illinois 62471, US · 1324 W Hudson Dr, Litchfield, Illinois 62056, US · 3235 Wabash Ave, Terre Haute, Indiana 47803, US
Rural King is America’s Farm and Home store, serving those living the rural lifestyle since 1960.
Industry
Retail
Company size
10,001+ employees
Founded
1960
LinkedIn followers
34,752
Founded in 1960, Rural King is a family-owned retailer offering a diverse range of products to support those living the rural lifestyle. We operate over 150 stores across 17 states in addition to two primary distribution centers. We welcome everyone with a friendly smile and a free bag of popcorn! While our business continues to grow, we are committed to supporting each community we serve as a dependable pillar that goes beyond just our storefronts by supporting local events and groups that align with our values.
Our team is comprised of over 9,000 associates that are dedicated to providing quality products at great prices with an extraordinary customer experience no matter how customers interact with the brand. Our associates are our greatest asset and are empowered to take care of their business and their customer.
At Rural King, we value teamwork, integrity and continuous improvement. Anyone with the right attitude and initiative has the opportunity for success and advancement. Our people make the difference!
Offices: 700 Broadway Ave E, Mattoon, Illinois 61938, US · 1103 N Main St, Paris, Illinois 61944, US · 1410 Veterans Ave, Vandalia, Illinois 62471, US · 1324 W Hudson Dr, Litchfield, Illinois 62056, US · 3235 Wabash Ave, Terre Haute, Indiana 47803, US