To be an integral part of our retail sales team by demonstrating excellent customer service skills in our retail store. Our ideal candidate takes pleasure in solving problems, is able to work under pressure, sell to customers and enjoys being part of a team. Teamwork at Sutherlands means participating in team decisions, maintaining good working relationships and supporting coworkers and our business goals. Primary Tasks and Responsibilities: • Greeting customers • Assisting customers with home improvement questions and guiding customers towards the right product(s)s primarily in the electrical department, but in other departments around the store as needed. • Maintaining excellent store presentation • Be crossed trained to fill in at other departments. • Assist with refunds and exchanges Qualifications: Qualified candidates will have a high school education/GED and 1+ years of retail sales experience or the equivalent combination of education, experience and/or training. Specific product knowledge and sales experience is preferred, but not necessary. A varied schedule will include day, evening and weekend shifts. • Excellent customer service skills • Knowledgeable with home improvement products • Knowledgeable with Electrical Fundamentals • Friendly and outgoing personality • Motivated, hardworking and honest • Detail oriented • Prior Electrical trade or sales experience preferred. Salary: We offer competitive pay, based on your level of experience. Additional Information: The responsibilities and qualifications displayed here are subject to change. This is not an official job description. Sutherlands® strives to be a drug-free work environment. All employees are subject to initial and random drug screening. About Us: We are a privately held company with a very successful history. We are an equal opportunity employer and offer the opportunity for a challenging and rewarding career. Posted: 08-29-2024
See More Details >>Sunflower, a generation and transmission utility serving central and western Kansas, is hiring a Substation Technician (Apprentice - Journey) to our team in Great Bend, KS - where your career development and knowledge matters and your safety comes first. What You'll Do: • Assist with the construction, inspection, testing, maintenance and repair of electric transmission and distribution substation equipment. • Become familiar with power transformers, circuit breakers, switchgear, and various electrical and electronic systems with most duties involving working with circuits between 48 and 600 volts. • Work alongside a skilled and collaborative crew while gaining experience through our Apprenticeship program, designed to help build your technical expertise from the ground up. • Be supported in a safety-conscious culture with training, tools, and PPE to prioritize your well-being on the job. • Enjoy an outstanding benefit and compensation package, including a Defined Benefit Pension, health, dental, and vision insurance, and paid time off.
See More Details >>Becoming an electrician in Great Bend, KS, typically begins with an apprenticeship, combining hands-on experience with classroom learning, allowing individuals to earn while they learn. Apprenticeships last about four to five years, requiring many hours of training under licensed professionals. The U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics reports 762,600 electricians nationwide, with a projected 6% job growth from 2022 to 2032. In Great Bend, KS, apprentices earn an average of $406.50 per week, with experienced professionals often exceeding $459.50 per week. Trade schools, local unions, and platforms like Gild help aspiring electricians find apprenticeship opportunities, leading to a career with strong earning potential.
