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Seasonal Retail Gearhead / Sales Associate - Part Time (Backcountry) (copy)

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LocationPark City Backcountry Retail Store, 1678 Redstone Center Dr. Suite 210, Park City, UT. 84098
Work modeon-site
Typepart-time
SeniorityEntry
DepartmentBackcountry- Stores, Park City, UT
Company size1,001–5,000 people
PostedOct 24, 2026 · 1w ago
Verified live3d ago
At a glanceSummarised by Seekless from the posting.
High school diploma or equivalent required
Excellent communication and customer service skills
Strong attention to detail and organizational skills
Ability to work in a fast-paced, team-oriented environment
Flexibility to work weekends, holidays, and evenings
Basic computer skills and proficiency in Microsoft Office and point-of-sale systems
Passion for outdoor activities and knowledge of outdoor gear and apparel
Previous retail sales experience preferred
Specialized knowledge in skiing, snowboarding, biking, climbing, fly fishing, or other outdoor sport preferred
Outdoor industry and retail experience, nice to have
Must be able to work two of the three major winter holidays (Thanksgiving/Black Friday, Christmas, New Year's Eve/New Year's Day)
Employment contingent on background check
Skills
Microsoft Office
About the company
At Backcountry, our mission is to connect people to their passions. Our five online stores—Backcountry, Level Nine Sports, Competitive Cyclist, MotoSport, and SteepandCheap—aim to supply our customers with the gear, knowledge, and inspiration necessary to get out there and chase down life’s greatest moments. We do this by providing the biggest and best assortment of premium outdoor products, a superior shopping experience, personalized Gearhead expertise, lightning-fast and accurate fulfillment, and inspirational, informative, and community-centered content.
About the role
The ideal candidate should have a passion for outdoor activities and possess excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
We are looking for a dynamic and enthusiastic Seasonal Retail Gearhead (Sales Associate) to join our retail team for the holiday season (expected employment from November through February). The successful candidate will be responsible for providing exceptional customer service, generating sales, and helping customers find the right outdoor gear and apparel for their needs.
Requirements
Holiday Availability: Must be able to work two of the three major winter holidays (Thanksgiving/Black Friday, Christmas, New Year’s Eve/New Year’s Day).
What you get to do every day:
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Greet and assist customers with their purchases
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Provide product information, advice, and recommendations to customers
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Process sales transactions accurately and efficiently
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Maintain a clean and organized store environment
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Manage inventory levels and restock merchandise
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Participate in company-wide promotions and marketing campaigns
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Collaborate with the marketing and buying teams to ensure product offerings align with customer needs
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Continuously strive to improve customer satisfaction and exceed sales targets
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Develop and maintain knowledge of products, industry trends, and competitors
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Specialized knowledge in skiing, snowboarding, biking, climbing, fly fishing, or other outdoor sport preferred
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Outdoor industry and retail experience, nice to have
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Perform other duties as assigned by the Store Manager and Assistant Store Manager
What you bring to the role:
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High school diploma or equivalent required; some college coursework preferred
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Previous retail sales experience preferred
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Excellent communication and customer service skills
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Strong attention to detail and organizational skills
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Ability to work in a fast-paced, team-oriented environment
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Flexibility to work weekends, holidays, and evenings — especially during the November through February seasonal period
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Basic computer skills and proficiency in Microsoft Office and point-of-sale systems
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Passion for outdoor activities and knowledge of outdoor gear and apparel
Physical Requirements:
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Ability to communicate verbally and work cooperatively with associates and customers
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Ability to remain standing for up to 5 hours at a time
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Ability to move about the store coaching and directing associates; selling to customers and retrieving merchandise from stockroom or sales floor
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Ability to grab, reach, push, pull, bend, stoop, kneel, and crouch to retrieve and replenish merchandise from stockroom or sales floor
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Ability to lift and/or move merchandise weighing up to 50 lbs.
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Ability to ascend/descend ladders to retrieve and/or move merchandise
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Ability to operate a computer, POS system, keyboards, merchandise scanners and mouse to accomplish work
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Must have a flexible schedule, including availability for nights, weekends, and holidays
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Regular and predictable attendance
Legal
CSC Generation is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to any characteristic protected by law. If you need an accommodation during the application process, contact [email protected].
Employment is contingent on a background check, including verification of prior employment dates.