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  • Pet Care and Retail Associate
    Pet Care and Retail Associate
    18 days ago
    $16.5 hourly
    Full-time
    Red Hook, Brooklyn

    A Pet Care and Retail Associate is responsible for engaging with pet parents and their pets while providing positive experiences and upholding the company’s vision, mission, values, and strategy. This role is responsible for the retail store cleanliness, maintenance, as well as the direct safe care of pets within our store. Job responsibilities include, but are not limited to the following: • Responsible for the pet parent experience and outcomes conducted in person, over the phone, at the sales register and online., • Greets pet parents and answers their questions throughout the store., • Ensure pets have a smooth, positive, pick-up and drop off experience., • Responsible for the pet healthcare of store owned pets and plants, which includes feeding, watering and cleaning all pet habitats (ie, birds and plants)., • Maintains total store cleanliness standards., • Supports retail success with product sorting, shelf stocking, and pricing updates., • Recommends, informs, and sells merchandise, services and supplies., • Promotes special events such as evening or weekend programming., • Ensures a safe environment for our associates, pets, and pet parents., • Responsible for taking immediate action when a sick/injured pet is identified in the store., • Assists and works in various areas throughout the store (including services such as daycare, dog walking, pet bathing, pet home check-ins, etc) as required., • Including some boarding (on-site overnight care of animals)., • Other duties may be assigned., • Follow all Operations policies and procedures. ESSENTIAL PHYSICAL DEMANDS AND WORK ENVIRONMENT • Associates are required to stand, walk, climb a ladder, and use hands to handle, feel, hold, write, etc. The associate frequently is required to reach with hands and arms: stoop, kneel, crouch, talk and hear. Specific vision abilities required by this job include depth perception. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions., • Associates must frequently lift and/or move up to 50 pounds and occasionally team lift and/or move more than 100 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include depth perception., • While performing the duties of this job, the associate is occasionally exposed to moving mechanical parts, as well as a wet environment with an abundance of pet hair. The noise level is moderate in the work environment; however, associates may be exposed to high levels of noise at times. Exposure to live animals and their handling is common. Qualifications • 2+ years experience working with animals in similar business., • Strong written and verbal communication skills., • Able to work evenings, weekends, and holidays as needed., • Ability to react under pressure and maintain composure., • Animal Handling Certificate (or ability to obtain within first 30 days), • Animal CPR certificate (preferred not required) Compensation and Benefits Pet Care and Retail Associate are paid $16.50 an hour. Benefits include: • Paid weekly, • Associate discounts and perks, • Development opportunities Apply Now! We’re delighted you’re interested in promoting the well-being, happiness, care, and safety of every animal that enters our doors. We're excited to hear your story and learn more about you!

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  • Customer Service Representative (CSR)
    Customer Service Representative (CSR)
    23 days ago
    $18–$20 hourly
    Full-time
    Manhattan, New York

    Position: Customer Service Representative Location: New York, Manhattan Are you ready to grow your career with Whizz, a leader in providing innovative transportation solutions for delivery riders? We are seeking an enthusiastic and detail-oriented Customer Service Representative to join our team and take charge of the day-to-day operations of one of our e-bike stores in New York, Union Square. In this role, you will oversee customer service, inventory tasks, and operational tasks, while ensuring that the store operates seamlessly. Your dedication will be rewarded with a competitive hourly rate of $18-$20 per hour, along with performance-based bonuses. Join Whizz today and help us make transportation solutions faster, smoother, and more innovative! Key Responsibilities: New Customers: • Help customers choose the right bike, battery, accessories, and services., • Assist with signing up for subscriptions, processing payments, and setting up accounts., • Explain bike features and make sure customers have a great first experience. Existing Customers: • Support customers with repairs, payments, and subscription questions., • Coordinate repairs with mechanics and perform minor bike adjustments when needed., • Handle invoicing, service follow-ups, and work with customer accounts., • Inspect bikes and manage fines when necessary. Operations & Store Support: • Prepare reports about sales, inventory, and store operations., • Monitor inventory levels and coordinate stock as needed., • Keep the store clean, organized, and welcoming., • Assist with opening and closing the store., • Support your team and supervisor with other tasks as needed. Requirements: • Comfortable using Microsoft Office, Google Sheets, and other common productivity tools., • Good at multitasking and staying organized in a busy environment., • Ability to connect and work well with different types of people., • Flexible to work weekdays and weekends (if necessary)., • Knowledge of additional languages (Spanish, French, or others) is a plus. Employee benefits: Training provided: We believe in empowering you to reach new heights. Paid time off: Recharge and relax with vacation, sick leave, and public holidays. 401(k) retirement plan: Invest in your future. Performance-based bonuses: Enjoy additional bonuses tied to your outstanding performance. Flexible 8-hour shifts: Balance work and life seamlessly.

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