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Retail Sale Associate Jobs in Rome, GA (NOW HIRING)

Retail Sales Associate Full Time About Life at PetSmart At PetSmart, Anything for Pets begins with our people. Every associate plays a vital role in creating meaningful experiences for pets and their ...

Retail Sales Associate Part Time About Life at PetSmart At PetSmart, Anything for Pets begins with our people. Every associate plays a vital role in creating meaningful experiences for pets and their ...

Retail Sales Associate Part Time

Dalton, GA · On-site

$13.25 - $15.25/hr

Retail Sales Associate Part Time About Life at PetSmart At PetSmart, Anything for Pets begins with our people. Every associate plays a vital role in creating meaningful experiences for pets and their ...

Retail Sales Associate Part Time About Life at PetSmart At PetSmart, Anything for Pets begins with our people. Every associate plays a vital role in creating meaningful experiences for pets and their ...

Retail Sales Associate Part Time

Dalton, GA

$13.25 - $15.25/hr

Retail Sales Associate Part Time About Life at PetSmart At PetSmart, Anything for Pets begins with our people. Every associate plays a vital role in creating meaningful experiences for pets and their ...

Retail Sales Associate

Rydal, GA

$13.25 - $15.25/hr

This is an excellent opportunity for an entrepreneurial, focused, and ambitious sales professional with a passion for lifestyle retail and thrives in a fast-paced, high-energy environment. What You ...

Retail Sales Associate

White, GA

$13.25 - $15.25/hr

This is an excellent opportunity for an entrepreneurial, focused, and ambitious sales professional with a passion for lifestyle retail and thrives in a fast-paced, high-energy environment. What You ...

Accurately processes and prepares merchandise for the sales floor following company procedures and ... Retail customer experience preferred Benefits include: Associate discount; EAP; smoking cessation ...

Accurately processes and prepares merchandise for the sales floor following company procedures and ... Retail customer experience preferred Benefits include: Associate discount; EAP; smoking cessation ...

Retail Sales Associate

Cartersville, GA · On-site

$13 - $13.50/hr

Accurately processes and prepares merchandise for the sales floor following company procedures and ... Retail customer experience preferred Benefits include: Associate discount; EAP; smoking cessation ...

Retail Sales Associate

Cartersville, GA · On-site

$12 - $12.50/hr

Accurately processes and prepares merchandise for the sales floor following company procedures and ... Retail customer experience preferred Benefits include: Associate discount; EAP; smoking cessation ...

Retail Sales Associate

Cartersville, GA · On-site

$13 - $13.50/hr

Accurately processes and prepares merchandise for the sales floor following company procedures and ... Retail customer experience preferred Benefits include: Associate discount; EAP; smoking cessation ...

Accurately processes and prepares merchandise for the sales floor following company procedures and ... Retail customer experience preferred Benefits include: Associate discount; EAP; smoking cessation ...

Sales Associate

Dalton, GA · On-site

$12.50 - $16.75/hr

Sales Associate - Commission-Based Bonanza Furniture & Mattress 101 W. Walnut Ave., Dalton, GA ... Previous sales experience required (furniture or retail sales preferred) * Strong communication ...

Retail Sales Associate - Calhoun

Calhoun, GA · On-site

$13.25 - $15.25/hr

About the Role As a Brand Associate, you're an integral part of our team and bring our brand to ... Able to utilize retail technology. * Able to maneuver around sales floor, stockroom and office and ...

Retail Sales Associate - Part Time

Adairsville, GA · On-site

$12.75 - $14.50/hr

Join our team as a Retail Sales Associate, where you'll play a key role in delivering WOW! Customer ... sale procedures, loss prevention policies ensuring proper financial management. Keep store ...

Retail Sales Associate - Part Time

Rockmart, GA · On-site

$13.25 - $15.25/hr

Join our team as a Retail Sales Associate, where you'll play a key role in delivering WOW! Customer ... sale procedures, loss prevention policies ensuring proper financial management. Keep store ...

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How much do retail sale associate jobs pay per hour?

As of May 31, 2026, the average hourly pay for retail sale associate in Rome, GA is $15.68, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $14.42 and $16.59 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a Retail Sales Associate, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Retail Sales Associate, you need strong customer service skills, basic math abilities, and often a high school diploma or equivalent. Familiarity with point-of-sale (POS) systems and inventory management software is typically required. Excellent communication, patience, and a positive attitude help associates build rapport with customers and handle challenging situations. These skills are vital for driving sales, maintaining customer satisfaction, and ensuring smooth store operations.

How does a Retail Sales Associate typically collaborate with other team members to achieve sales goals?

Retail Sales Associates frequently work closely with their teammates—including other associates, supervisors, and store managers—to ensure that customer service is seamless and sales targets are met. Collaboration often involves sharing customer insights, restocking merchandise as a team, and coordinating on promotional events or sales floor coverage. Effective communication and teamwork are key, as associates often rely on each other to handle busy periods, resolve customer concerns, and maintain store appearance. This collaborative environment not only supports individual growth but also contributes to the overall success of the store.

What are Retail Sales Associates?

Retail Sales Associates are employees who work in stores or shops, assisting customers with their purchases and providing information about products. Their responsibilities often include greeting customers, answering questions, managing transactions at the cash register, restocking shelves, and maintaining a clean sales area. Retail Sales Associates play a crucial role in ensuring a positive shopping experience and often help drive sales through customer service and product recommendations.

What is the difference between Retail Sale Associate vs Cashier?

AspectRetail Sale AssociateCashier
Primary RoleAssist customers, promote products, and drive salesHandle transactions and process payments
Work EnvironmentSales floor, assisting customersCheckout counters, register area
Required SkillsCustomer service, product knowledgeCash handling, basic math
Common CertificationsNone typically requiredNone typically required

While both roles involve customer interaction, a Retail Sale Associate focuses on sales, product assistance, and customer engagement, whereas a Cashier primarily handles transactions at the checkout. Retail Sale Associates often have broader responsibilities on the sales floor, making their role more dynamic in customer service and sales support.

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Infographic showing various Retail Sale Associate job openings in Rome, GA as of May 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 65% Full Time, 31% Part Time, 1% Temporary, 1% Contract, and 1% Nights. Highlights an 97% Physical, and 3% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $32,604 per year, or $15.7 per hour.
Retail Sales Associate Full Time

Retail Sales Associate Full Time

PetSmart

Dalton, GA • On-site

$13 - $18.50/hr

Full-time

Medical, Retirement, PTO

Posted 24 days ago


PetSmart rating

6.0

Company rating: 6.0 out of 10

Based on 1,079 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

22nd of 39 rated national retailers


Job description

Job Description
PetSmart does Anything for Pets - JOIN OUR TEAM!
Retail Sales Associate Full Time
About Life at PetSmart
At PetSmart, Anything for Pets begins with our people. Every associate plays a vital role in creating meaningful experiences for pets and their families, and we empower our teams with the tools, resources, and opportunities to grow and succeed.
Benefits that benefit you
  • Paid Weekly
  • Health & Wellness Benefits*
  • 401k Plan with company match
  • Paid Time off for full-time associates
  • Associate discounts
  • Tuition Assistance
  • Career pathing
  • Development opportunities

Job Summary
PetSmart's Pet Associate (Retail Sales 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 also shares responsibility of store cleanliness and maintenance, and pet safety standards as well as the direct care of pets within our store.
Essential Responsibilities
Job responsibilities include, but are not limited to, the following and may vary depending on store characteristics and needs:
  • 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.
  • Prepares online orders for pick-up in store and ensures a smooth, positive, pick-up experience.
  • Responsible for the pet healthcare of store owned pets, which includes feeding, watering and cleaning all pet habitats (bird, reptile, small animal, cricket, and fish aquariums).
  • Maintains total store cleanliness standards.
  • Supports the store with weekly price changes and monthly promotional pricing.
  • Stages and sorts new product to match sales floor planners.
  • Faces, fills, and recovers products to meet sales floor standards.
  • Recommends, informs, and sells merchandise, services and live pets.
  • Administers store owned pet medications as directed by veterinarian
  • Promotes special events such as adoption weekends, Treats enrollment, charity events, etc.
  • 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; transport to the vet as needed.
  • Assists and works in various areas throughout the store (including services) as required. Other duties may be assigned.
  • Participates in our culture of Belonging and Recognition.
  • Follows all Company Policies and Procedures.

Qualifications
  • Strong written and verbal communication skills.
  • Flexibility in schedule, able to work evenings, weekends, and holidays as needed
  • Ability to react under pressure and maintain composure.

Essential physical demands and work environment
  • Associate 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.
  • Associate 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.

Do what you love
Join us for a chance to make a meaningful impact every day. Whether it's helping a customer choose their first fish, celebrating a pet's birthday, or seeing the smile on a pet parent's face after a fresh groom-you'll create moments that matter. At PetSmart, we cherish diversity and the unique perspectives of our 50,000 associates, all united by a passion for pets.
We're delighted you're interested in joining our pack and helping us in our commitment to doing Anything for Pets, and the people who love them. We're excited to hear your story and learn more about you! Apply Now!
PetSmart is an Equal Opportunity Employer
PetSmart provides an equal opportunity for all associates and job applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or other legally protected characteristics. We offer reasonable accommodations to applicants with disabilities throughout our application process, upon request and as required by law.
This listing is not an indication that the position is currently open or available. We are continually looking to build a strong network of talented candidates to join our organization and are always accepting applications. Feel free to contact your local PetSmart store to check on which roles they are actively hiring for.
This job summary is intended to describe the general nature and level of work associates/leaders assigned to this job perform. It is not intended to include all duties and responsibilities. You will be provided with a copy of a job description for the actual position you are hired into. Exact rate of pay will be based on relevant experience level, training, skills or knowledge and store location. This position is paid on a per hour basis. In no instance will PetSmart pay less than the local minimum wage. This position is also eligible for benefits as described at https://benefits.petsmart.com/us/
Applicants must be over the age of 18 (except in Montana or where otherwise required by local or state law)
For applicants in our Waterloo, San Francisco, or Los Angeles locations: Pursuant to the Waterloo and San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, as well as the Los Angeles Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring, we will consider for employment, qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records in a manner consistent with the law
*In accordance with the Affordable Care Act (ACA), part-time associates who average at least 30 hours per week (or 130 hours per month) during a designated measurement period may be eligible for medical benefits.
Pay Details
$13.00 - 18.50
Pay Rate Type
Hourly

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At PetSmart, Anything for Pets begins with our people. Every associate plays a vital role in creating meaningful experiences for pets and their families, and we empower our teams with the tools, resources, and opportunities to grow and succeed. With 50,000+ associates nationwide, we foster a culture grounded in integrity, teamwork, and inclusion - where your voice is heard, your efforts are valued and your career can thrive. Together, we make a difference for pets, their people and each other.

Industry

Retail and legal services

Company size

10,000+ Employees

Headquarters location

Phoenix, AZ, US