Retail Construction Assistant

Retail Construction Assistant

CULTURE SNAPSHOT:

Broad River Retail is an organization of integrity, diversity and culture working together for the purpose of ‘Furnishing Life’s Best Memories’. At Broad River, we call all our employees “Memory Makers.”  We do this because we know everyone that works for our Company has the power to make positive memories not only for our Guests, but also for their families, co-workers, and communities.

We take pride in training and developing our teams so that they can provide a premier customer experience to every Guest. Our Memory Makers are the driving force that has led us to being the largest and fastest growing Ashley licensee in the U.S. and landing us on the Top Places to Work list two years in a row in our industry.

AT A GLANCE:

Broad River Retail is currently seeking a Retail Construction Assistant to join our team. The position will perform a variety of skilled duties in one or more of the building trades, such as painting, carpentry, minor electrical work, cement masonry, drywall or other recognized crafts for the purpose of maintaining, repairing or remodeling our showrooms.

DAY IN THE LIFE AS THIS MEMORY MAKER:

• Prepares and paints walls
• Conducts minor woodwork repairs, including types of refinishing
• Installs or repairs carpet
• Performs custodial duties as required
• Assists in the operation and maintenance of mechanical systems (i.e. plumbing, heating, ventilation and air conditioning)
• Helps with large showroom projects like merchandise refreshes and store openings
• Assists in minor electrical work
• Performs preventive maintenance on equipment
• Performs safety checks throughout the facility to ensure a safe and clean environment for the patrons of the showrooms to eliminate all hazards
• Other duties as assigned

MEMORY MAKER PERKS & BENEFITS:

• Hourly Rate Paid Weekly.
• This position operates on a contract-to-hire basis
• Medical, dental, vision, and life insurance options after conversion
• Paid time off and 401K matching contribution after conversion
• Employee discount (40%) at BRR location
• Internal Opportunities for career growth and advancement

OUR COMMITMENT TO YOU:

Broad River Retail is committed to creating a place where everyone feels respected, valued, and able to reach their full potential. Regardless of race, gender, religion, sexual orientation, age, disability, or if you’re parenting the next generation of Memory Makers, we firmly believe our work is at its best when everyone feels free to be their most authentic self

WHAT YOU’LL NEED TO SUCCEED:

• High School Diploma/GED
• Demonstrated knowledge of construction practices and procedures
• Demonstrated knowledge of general maintenance and repair work
• Understanding of rough and finished carpentry techniques
• Ability to use various carpentry supplies and equipment
• Considerable knowledge of various lumber grades and types and their adaptability to certain settings
• A desire to learn modern methods and techniques of building construction, materials, and methods
• Ability to prepare walls and woodwork for various types of refinishing
• Thorough knowledge of proper safety techniques and procedures
• A valid Driver's License and excellent driving record

WORKPLACE ENVIRONMENT:

While performing the duties of this job the employee is:

• The employee is required to operate objects, tools, sit, climb, stoop, kneel, crouch or crawl
• Wear the proper PPE when handling chemicals
• Must be able to routinely lift or move objects up to 75 pounds alone and team lift objects over 75 pounds
• Must also be able to travel in a vehicle for long periods of time
• A valid Driver's License and excellent driving record

In accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), reasonable accommodations may be made to empower individuals with disabilities to undertake the essential duties and responsibilities of the position.