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Retail Paint Sales Associate - Wauwatosa
CompanyJC LICHT
LocationWauwatosa
Work ModeOn Site
PostedFebruary 26, 2026
About The Company
JC Licht is Chicagoland’s leading source for premium paint, wallpaper, and custom window treatments. For over 115 years, we’ve been committed to helping homeowners, contractors, designers, and businesses bring their spaces to life with color, craftsmanship, and personalized service.
As the region’s largest Benjamin Moore retailer, we offer an unparalleled selection of trusted paint and stain products, backed by deep product knowledge and guidance from our experienced teams. Our home fashions showrooms feature Hunter Douglas window treatments, designer wallpaper, and custom design services to help clients create spaces that feel beautifully their own.
What sets us apart is our people. From at-home color experts to dedicated commercial and industrial coatings specialists, we believe in providing thoughtful, hands-on support at every step — whether it’s a single room refresh or a large-scale project.
With 60+ locations across Illinois, Wisconsin, and Indiana, JC Licht is proud to be locally owned and community-driven. We invest in the neighborhoods we serve, partner with local organizations, and support the designers, painters, builders, and makers who make our cities vibrant.
What We Offer:
• Benjamin Moore Paint & Stain
• Industrial & Commercial Coatings
• Hunter Douglas Window Treatments
• Wallpaper & Design Services
• Professional In-Home Color Consultations
• Complimentary In-Home Window Treatment Consultations
• Support for Contractors, Property Managers & Trade Professionals
At JC Licht, we don’t just sell products — we help you make it happen.
Visit us online at JCLICHT.com or stop by your local store to get started.
About the Role
Description
Want to be a part of the most AUDACIOUS and radically EXCELLENT Paint, Hardware & Decorating Retailer in the Country? Join our amazing team where you are not only a part of growing company but also a family! The JC Licht family where everyone is equally important.
JC Licht is currently recruiting for a Retail Sales Associate in our Wauwatosa location. This position provides superior service to all customers and assist the management team as needed.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities
- Assist all customers in a professional and timely manner upon them entering the retail store.
- Answer customer telephone calls promptly and in an appropriate manner per company guidelines.
- Provide knowledgeable assistance to customers with all product lines and services offered by the retail store.
- Assist store managers with outside sales calls when necessary.
- Determine a customer’s needs by asking questions and listening to the customer’s response.
- Suggestively sell additional merchandise to the customer assisting the customer in completing their projects.
- Actively participate in all provided training programs offered by the retail store.
- Maintain merchandising standards established by store managers and /or operational managers including product display sand promotional displays etc.
- Actively participate in store activities including stocking shelves, carrying merchandise out for the customer.
- Present a professional, neat appearance, maintain a good attendance record and arrive to work at the scheduled time.
- Participate in all daily housekeeping responsibilities that include interior/exterior maintenance, product organization, etc.
- Adhere to all company policies and procedures outlined in the retail employee handbook.
- Process all Sales transactions in a timely and accurate manner adhering to all operational procedures concerning transactions.
- Accurately complete all opening and closing procedures.
- Drive a delivery vehicle
Benefits (available to employees averaging 30 hours a week)
Medical Insurance
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
Health Savings Accounts & Flexible Spending Accounts
401(k) with Matching
Employee Assistance Program
Voluntary Short Term & Long Term Disability
Voluntary Life insurance, Accident Insurance & Critical Care
Paid Training
Paid Holidays and Time Off
Referral program
Employee discount
Bonus Plans
Salary: $17-20/hr depending on experience
Requirements
- A minimum of a high school diploma.
- Demonstrated skills in customer service and negotiating.
- Detail oriented and ability to manage your time efficiently and appropriately.
- Must have strong organizational skills and the ability to multi-task.
- The employee must regularly lift and /or move up to 50 pounds and occasionally lift and/or move up to 75 pounds.
Key Skills
Customer ServiceNegotiatingDetail OrientedTime ManagementOrganizational SkillsMulti-taskingSales TransactionsOpening ProceduresClosing ProceduresDriving
Categories
RetailSalesCustomer Service & SupportTrades
Benefits
Medical InsuranceDental InsuranceVision InsuranceHealth Savings AccountsFlexible Spending Accounts401(k) with MatchingEmployee Assistance ProgramVoluntary Short Term DisabilityLong Term DisabilityVoluntary Life InsuranceAccident InsuranceCritical CarePaid TrainingPaid Holidays and Time OffReferral ProgramEmployee DiscountBonus Plans
Job Information
📋Core Responsibilities
The primary duties involve providing superior service to all customers entering the retail store, answering phones professionally, and offering knowledgeable assistance regarding all product lines and services. Associates must also assist management with outside sales calls when required and suggestively sell additional merchandise to complete customer projects.
📋Job Type
full time
💰Salary Range
$17 - $20
📊Experience Level
0-2
💼Company Size
201
📊Visa Sponsorship
No
💼Language
English
🏢Working Hours
40 hours
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