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How much do goodwill sales associate jobs pay per hour?

As of Sep 2, 2026, the average hourly pay for goodwill sales associate in Atlanta, GA is $16.91, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $12.93 and $17.55 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is a Goodwill Sales Associate?

Goodwill Sales Associates are retail employees who work in Goodwill stores, assisting customers with purchases, restocking merchandise, maintaining store cleanliness, and providing excellent customer service. Their duties can include operating cash registers, organizing shelves, and helping with donations. Sales Associates play a key role in supporting Goodwill’s mission by ensuring a positive shopping experience and helping generate revenue to fund community programs.

What skills and qualifications are needed to thrive as a Goodwill Sales Associate?

To thrive as a Goodwill Sales Associate, you generally need strong customer service skills, basic math abilities, and a high school diploma or equivalent. Familiarity with point-of-sale (POS) systems, cash registers, and inventory management tools is typically required. Excellent communication, teamwork, and adaptability help associates stand out in a fast-paced retail environment. These skills are crucial for ensuring positive customer experiences, efficient store operations, and supporting Goodwill's mission.

What are common challenges faced by Goodwill Sales Associates, and how can they be managed?

Goodwill Sales Associates often face challenges such as maintaining excellent customer service during busy periods, handling a wide variety of donated merchandise, and keeping the sales floor organized. To manage these, associates typically work closely with team members to restock shelves efficiently, learn the store's layout for quicker assistance, and practice patience and adaptability with both customers and donations. Regular training and supportive teamwork help associates develop the skills needed to succeed and grow within the organization.

What cities near Atlanta, GA are hiring for Goodwill Sales Associate jobs?

Cities near Atlanta, GA with the most Goodwill Sales Associate job openings:

Sales & Service Part-Time $13.00 - Shallowford Store

Goodwill of North Georgia

Marietta, GA

$13/hr

Part-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, PTO

Posted 27 days ago

Goodwill Of North Georgia rating

8.9

Company rating: 8.9 out of 10

Based on 6 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

30th of 783 rated non-profit organizations

Job description

Join our team

At Goodwill of North Georgia, we make a positive impact on our community by using donations and sales from our 100+ locations to help local job seekers find meaningful work. Simply said, we put people to work. Join our team and work for an organization that will help you grow personally and professionally while giving you the satisfaction of knowing that your efforts are helping others reach their potential.

You can learn more about our 100+ stores, donation centers and career centers and how our mission helps local job seekers at goodwillng.org.

What we offer:

• Weekly paychecks

• Paid time off for vacation and holidays

• 25% employee discount

• Health, dental and vision insurance for staff and their families

• Complimentary uniforms

• Access to free job skills training at Goodwill Career Centers

Responsible for thoroughly examining and grading donated goods to sell in Goodwill of North Georgia Retail stores. Process goods in an accelerated manner to meet production goals in a fast-paced environment while adhering to standard operating procedures.

Essential Functions:

• Support a guest friendly culture by greeting every guest, delivering unbelievable brand, and suggesting additional treasures

• Display a professional, patient, and “people first” attitude with guests

• Effectively transition product to the retail salesfloor with attention to detail and urgency

• Execute and maintain visual merchandising strategies

• Effectively recommend/upsell merchandise and round up during transactions

• Accurately handle point of sale transactions with guest

• Identify and quickly solve problems and/or seek management support

• Effectively communicate with management, peers, and guests

• Effectively promote and demonstrate cooperation and teamwork with peers

• Consistently perform work tasks according to training playbooks, e-learning, and work instructions

• Maintain a neat, clean, and organized work area and retail salesfloor at all times

• Adhere to safety and security practices including reporting safety hazards and injuries to management

• Attend and complete all required trainings and meetings

• Perform other duties as assigned by management

Job Requirements and Qualifications:

• High School Diploma or GED preferred

• Consistently foster a healthy team culture of exceptional guest experience

• Must have good oral and written communication skills in English as well as interpersonal skills

• Detail oriented with the ability to work in a fast-paced environment

• Must be able to work independently as well as in a team environment

• Strong organizational skills and the ability to demonstrate sound judgement

• Must be 18 years or older to become certified and licensed to operate a forklift (individuals age 16 to 17 will not be allowed to operate forklifts, balers or compactors)

Working Environment Conditions/Requirements:

• High School Diploma or GED preferred

• Basic math skills

• Consistently foster a healthy team culture of exceptional guest experience

• Must have good oral and written communication skills in English as well as interpersonal skills

• Detailed oriented with the ability to work in a fast-paced environment

• Must be able to work independently as well as in a team environment

• Must start employment in acceptable safety work shoes

• Must be able to work in all types of conditions including heat, cold and dust

• Must be able to meet all physical requirements to perform the duties of the position including the ability to bend, reach, grasp, stand and/or walk for extended periods of time as well as the ability to push, pull and lift up to 30lbs with or without accommodation

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About Goodwill of North Georgia

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Lead our team as a Retail Shift Supervisor/ Keyholder! Goodwill of North Georgia is one of the oldest nonprofits in the Atlanta metro area serving 45 counties with over 65 stores, 49 donation centers and 13 career centers. Every Goodwill donation and Shifby Jobble

Industry

Retail

Company size

1,001 - 5,000 Employees

Headquarters location

Atlanta, GA, US

Year founded

1925

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