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Home Depot

Warehouse Associate

Ocala, FL

$14.75 - $17.75/hr

... sorting, staging, and transporting products. These positions include General Warehouse Associate ... and General Warehouse Associate II.

Home Depot

Warehouse Associate

Baytown, TX · On-site

$14.50 - $17.25/hr

... sorting, staging, and transporting products. These positions include General Warehouse Associate ... and General Warehouse Associate II.

Home Depot

Warehouse Associate

Greensboro, NC · On-site

$15.50 - $18.50/hr

... sorting, staging, and transporting products. These positions include General Warehouse Associate ... and General Warehouse Associate II.

Home Depot

Warehouse Associate

Suitland, MD

$17.25 - $20.50/hr

... sorting, staging, and transporting products. These positions include General Warehouse Associate ... and General Warehouse Associate II.

Home Depot

Warehouse Associate

Ashland, VA · On-site

$21.50 - $23/hr

... sorting, staging, and transporting products. These positions include General Warehouse Associate ... and General Warehouse Associate II.

Home Depot

Warehouse Associate

Memphis, TN · On-site

$15.50 - $18.50/hr

... sorting, staging, and transporting products. These positions include General Warehouse Associate ... and General Warehouse Associate II.

Home Depot

Warehouse Associate

Largo, FL

$13.75 - $16.25/hr

... sorting, staging, and transporting products. These positions include General Warehouse Associate ... and General Warehouse Associate II.

Home Depot

Warehouse Associate

San Antonio, TX · On-site

$14.50 - $17.25/hr

... sorting, staging, and transporting products. These positions include General Warehouse Associate ... and General Warehouse Associate II.

Home Depot

Warehouse Associate

Dallas, TX · On-site

$15.75 - $18.75/hr

... sorting, staging, and transporting products. These positions include General Warehouse Associate ... and General Warehouse Associate II.

Home Depot

Warehouse Associate

Houston, TX · On-site

$15.25 - $18.25/hr

... sorting, staging, and transporting products. These positions include General Warehouse Associate ... and General Warehouse Associate II.

Home Depot

Warehouse Associate

Phoenix, AZ · On-site

$16 - $18.75/hr

... sorting, staging, and transporting products. These positions include General Warehouse Associate ... and General Warehouse Associate II.

Home Depot

Warehouse Associate

Phoenix, AZ · On-site

$16 - $18.75/hr

... sorting, staging, and transporting products. These positions include General Warehouse Associate ... and General Warehouse Associate II.

Home Depot

Warehouse Associate

San Antonio, TX · On-site

$14.50 - $17.25/hr

... sorting, staging, and transporting products. These positions include General Warehouse Associate ... and General Warehouse Associate II.

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How much do sorting associate jobs pay per hour?

As of Aug 7, 2026, the average hourly pay for sorting associate in the United States is $19.87, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $14.90 and $20.67 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a sorting associate, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Sorting Associate, you need attention to detail, physical stamina, and basic literacy, often supported by a high school diploma or equivalent. Familiarity with warehouse management systems, barcode scanners, and conveyor belts is typically required. Strong time management, teamwork, and communication skills help individuals excel in fast-paced environments. These abilities ensure efficient and accurate sorting of goods, contributing to smooth warehouse operations and customer satisfaction.

What is a sorting associate?

Sorting Associates are employees responsible for organizing and categorizing items, packages, or products in facilities such as warehouses, distribution centers, or mailrooms. Their main duties include sorting items based on destination, size, or type, and ensuring that products are correctly routed for shipping or further processing. Sorting Associates may also be involved in scanning barcodes, inspecting items for damage, and maintaining accurate records. This role is essential for ensuring efficient operations and timely deliveries within logistics and supply chain environments.

What are some common challenges faced by sorting associates, and how can they be managed effectively?

Sorting Associates often encounter challenges such as maintaining a fast pace during peak periods, ensuring accuracy while sorting large volumes of packages, and adapting to repetitive tasks. Effective time management, attention to detail, and physical stamina are crucial for success in this role. Many companies provide training and encourage teamwork, so collaborating with colleagues and communicating any issues to supervisors can help maintain efficiency and reduce stress.
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Infographic showing various Sorting Associate job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 68% Full Time, 28% Part Time, 1% Temporary, and 2% Contract. Highlights an 97% Physical, 1% Hybrid, and 2% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $41,327 per year, or $19.9 per hour.

Donations Associate - Part Time

COMMUNITY AID INC

Lancaster, PA • On-site

$15.25 - $19/hr

Part-time

Posted 7 days ago

Job description

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**COMPANY INCENTIVE PROGRAM FOR ALL EMPLOYEES!**
STARTING PAY:
  • Donations Associate - Level 1 begins at $15.25/hour*
  • Donations Associate - Level 2 begins at $16.75/hour*
  • Donations Associate - Level 3 begins at $18.00/hour*

*ALL LEVELS ARE ELIGIBLE FOR A $0.50 INCREASE AFTER 90 DAYS OF EMPLOYMENT.
PURPOSE OF THE ROLE:
The Donation Associate is responsible for demonstrating great customer service, receiving incoming donations, and sorting donations by identifying quality goods versus trash or unsellable goods. Successful Donations Associates operate quickly and efficiently in demanding and fast-paced environments. Donation Associates are required to maintain a clean and organized donation area, follow all safety standards, and properly track the movement of donated goods. Performing all donation tasks consistently helps set up all other aspects of the business for success.
Donation Associate - LEVEL 1 is required to use manual machinery such as manual pallet jacks, dollies, and hand trucks. Level 1 does not operate any electronic or heavy machinery such as balers, compactors, or forklifts/electric pallet jacks.
Donation Associate - LEVEL2 is required to learn and use all manual machinery such as manual pallet jacks, dollies, and hand trucks, and be certified in some heavy machinery such as balers and compactors.
Donation Associate - LEVEL3 is required to learn and use all manual machinery such as manual pallet jacks, dollies, and hand trucks and be certified in all heavy machinery such as balers, compactors, electric pallet jacks, walking stackers and forklifts
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:
Customer Service
  • Greet all donors in a friendly and professional manner.
  • Provide a positive donation experience even during busy times.
  • Follow donation guidelines. Review donated goods for poor quality, damage, and/or restrictions and have the ability to turn away and explain why we cannot accept certain items in a way that is consistent with CommunityAid's core behaviors.
  • Patiently and courteously answer basic donation questions while keeping donation flow moving.
  • Perform basic partner donation tracking on an electronic tablet.

Organizing and Tracking Donations
  • Quickly and accurately sort incoming donations by department.
  • Identify items for trash or unsellable before they are sent to production or back stock.
  • Prevent any bottlenecks or congestion at the donation door. Keeping incoming donation carts, bins, or large items organized for safety.
  • Keep and maintain a clean environment by managing trash appropriately and organizing or breaking down cardboard.
  • Accurately track product that is moving from donation door to production, sorting stations, or backstock with an electronic tablet.

Production
  • Assist with production needs such as disinfection and pricing of furniture, assisting with clothing production dumping, as well as ability to learn other production areas for sorting.

Safety
  • Emphasize safety and organization in high demand environments.
  • Required to learn and use proper safety equipment during everyday tasks (puncture resistance gloves and safety blades)
  • Ability to use manual pallet jacks, hand trucks, and dollies.
  • For the purpose of safety and awareness, learn and understand the basic safety requirements for heavy machines located at the donation door and warehouse. This includes forklifts, baler, electric pallet jacks, walking stackers, and compactors. (These machines require further training and certification before an employee is authorized to use them and are not a requirement of the Donation Door Associate - Level 1 job.)
  • Learn and understand all safety requirements for disinfection (Sterifab) and PPE requirements.

Other Tasks
  • Participate in daily huddles and shift handoffs
  • Maintain a working knowledge of CommunityAid sales and marketing efforts, including current store needs.
  • Communicate donation volume and issues to the Donations Supervisor
  • Performs additional responsibilities as needed to support departmental and store goals.

CORE COMPETENCIES:
  • Embrace, exemplify, and endorse CommunityAid's 12 Core Behaviors
  • Embrace and support CommunityAid's Mission
  • Good verbal communication abilities with an emphasis on clarity and listening
  • Critical thinking and problem solving
  • Ability to follow standardized work processes and quality guidelines
  • Strong attention to detail when reviewing, sorting, and pricing product
  • Ability to lift, move, and process merchandise of varying weights
  • Reliability, consistency, and the ability to work independently or with minimal supervision
  • Ability to multi-task and thrive in a fast-paced environment

QUALIFICATIONS:
  • High School diploma or equivalent preferred
  • Minimum age 16 years of age required for level 1. Minimum age 18 years of age required for levels 2 & 3
  • Scheduling flexibility and evenings and weekend availability
  • Proficient in reading, writing, and speaking English
  • Able to adhere to consistent attendance and weekly working hours expectations

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:
  • Ability to lift and carry up to 50 pounds
  • Ability to push and pull up to 75 pounds
  • Ability to stand for extended periods of time
  • Ability to work extended periods of time wearing mask or respirator and other PPE

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