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Sorting Room Worker/Store Clerk

Sherman, TX

The Salvation Army , an internationally recognized non-profit, faith-based organization,has an opening fora Sorting Room Worker/Store Clerk for the Sherman Family Store, located in Sherman, TX. Job ...

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Sorting Room Worker/Store Clerk

Sherman, TX · On-site

The Salvation Army , an internationally recognized non-profit, faith-based organization,has an opening fora Sorting Room Worker/Store Clerk for the Sherman Family Store, located in Sherman, TX. Job ...

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Store Clerk & Sorting Room Worker

Lufkin, TX · On-site

$12.25 - $16.25/hr

Sorting Room Responsibilities (35%) * Customer Service Responsibilities (35%) * Store and Sorting Room Orderliness and Cleanliness Responsibilities (30%) What we are looking for: * High school ...

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Store Clerk & Sorting Room Worker

Paris, TX · On-site

$10.25 - $13.75/hr

Sorting Room Responsibilities (35%) Receives, inspects and sorts donated items such as clothes, shoes, household items, bric-a-brack, etc. according to the category and condition; selects items ...

21st Mortgage Corporation

Mail Clerk

Knoxville, TN · On-site

$15.25 - $18.50/hr

Mail clerk will be responsible for picking up, sorting, and delivering all 21st's mail. This will include the sorting and distribution of 21st's internal mail, as well as mail from USPS, UPS, and ...

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Store Clerk & Sorting Room Worker

Paris, TX · On-site

$10.25 - $13.75/hr

Sorting Room Responsibilities (35%) Receives, inspects and sorts donated items such as clothes, shoes, household items, bric-a-brack, etc. according to the category and condition; selects items ...

21st Mortgage Corporation

Mail Clerk

Knoxville, TN · On-site

$15.25 - $18.50/hr

Mail clerk will be responsible for picking up, sorting, and delivering all 21st's mail. This will include the sorting and distribution of 21st's internal mail, as well as mail from USPS, UPS, and ...

21st Mortgage Corporation

Mail Clerk

Knoxville, TN · On-site

$15.25 - $18.50/hr

Mail clerk will be responsible for picking up, sorting, and delivering all 21st's mail. This will include the sorting and distribution of 21st's internal mail, as well as mail from USPS, UPS, and ...

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Store Clerk & Sorting Room Worker

Lufkin, TX

$12.25 - $16.25/hr

Sorting Room Responsibilities (35%) * Customer Service Responsibilities (35%) * Store and Sorting Room Orderliness and Cleanliness Responsibilities (30%) What we are looking for: * High school ...

Milton Industries Inc

Shipping Clerk

Broadview, IL · On-site

$16.25 - $19.25/hr

Verifying the accuracy of orders upon their arrival and sorting them accordingly Requirements: Proven work experience as a Shipping Clerk or similar role. Good understanding of supply chain ...

TriOptus LLC

File Clerk/ Retail Clerk/ Cashier

Encino, CA · On-site

$17.25 - $20.75/hr

File Clerk The File Clerk will perform clerical processes and transactions of basic complexity ... Additional duties may include filing, sorting, mail distribution and completing special clerical ...

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As of Jul 11, 2026, the average hourly pay for sorting clerk in the United States is $17.22, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $14.90 and $18.51 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

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AspectSorting ClerkData Entry Clerk
Primary ResponsibilitiesOrganizing and sorting items or packagesEntering data into computer systems
Work EnvironmentWarehouses, distribution centersOffices, data centers
Required SkillsAttention to detail, physical staminaTyping speed, accuracy
Common CertificationsNone typically requiredNone typically required

While both roles involve organization and accuracy, Sorting Clerks focus on physically sorting items in warehouses or distribution centers, whereas Data Entry Clerks handle digital data input in office settings. Understanding these differences helps job seekers find the right position based on skills and work environment preferences.

What are Sorting Clerks?

Sorting Clerks are professionals responsible for organizing and arranging mail, packages, or other items according to specific procedures in a postal facility, warehouse, or similar environment. Their main duties include checking incoming items, sorting them by destination or category, and ensuring that everything is accurately routed for delivery or further processing. Sorting Clerks play a crucial role in maintaining efficiency and accuracy in logistics and distribution operations. Attention to detail and organizational skills are essential for this job.

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

To thrive as a Sorting Clerk, you need attention to detail, strong organizational skills, and basic numeracy, usually with a high school diploma or equivalent. Familiarity with mail sorting machines, barcode scanners, and inventory tracking systems is often required. Reliability, time management, and the ability to work under pressure are valuable soft skills in this role. These abilities help ensure accurate, efficient processing and timely distribution of mail or packages in a fast-paced environment.

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Sorting Clerks often face challenges such as handling high volumes of mail or packages during peak periods, meeting strict deadlines, and maintaining accuracy under pressure. Effective time management, strong attention to detail, and familiarity with automated sorting systems can help manage these demands. Collaborating closely with team members and following established protocols also ensures workflow efficiency and minimizes errors, leading to a more organized and productive environment.
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Store Clerk & Sorting Room Worker

Store Clerk & Sorting Room Worker

The Salvation Army USA Southern Territory

Lufkin, TX • On-site

$12.25 - $16.25/hr

Full-time

Posted 29 days ago

Salvation Army rating

6.1

Company rating: 6.1 out of 10

Based on 354 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

503rd of 706 rated non-profit organizations

Job description

Location: Lufkin Corps, Lufkin, TX
Position Type: Store Clerk & Sorting Room Worker
About this opportunity: Receives, sorts, prices and prepares donated items for display in the store; determines suitability and pricing of items based on established standards; assists in maintaining the orderliness and cleanliness of the store and sorting room area; assists store customers in donating, selecting and purchasing store items; operates and maintains a cash register; responds to customer questions.
Key responsibilities:
  • Receives, inspects and sorts donated items such as clothes, shoes, household items, bric-a-brack, etc. according to the category and condition; selects items suitable for store display and distributes same to appropriate area for further sorting and/or pricing; discards items in accordance with established procedures.
  • Tags items with specially coded tickets and/or prices in accordance with established procedures; hangs clothes on hangers and places same on clothes racks.
  • Assists customers purchasing items from The Salvation Army by ringing-up sales utilizing a cash register; collects monies, counts change and prepares receipts; prepares and packages purchased items; prepares and balances the cash drawer and runs routine register print-outs; ensures the security and accountability of all cash register funds and sales records in accordance with established operating procedures.
  • Maintains the neatness and security of the cash register area; ensures that forms, bags, etc. are adequately stocked; maintains warehouse area in a neat and orderly manner; cleans floors, tables, and work areas.

What we are looking for in you:
  • High school diploma or G.E.D. preferred,
  • One year retail or warehouse experience preferred,
  • any equivalent combination of training and experience providing the required knowledge, skills, and abilities.

Physical Requirements and Working Conditions:
Ability to meet attendance requirements. Ability to read, write and communicate the English language effectively. Ability to operate a cash register, perform routine mathematical computations and count change. Ability to perform continuous walking, stooping, standing, and some climbing. Duties are usually performed standing. Standing may be relieved by brief or occasional periods of sitting. Moderate physical effort required associated with sitting, walking, standing, lifting, bending, reaching, twisting, pushing, pulling, and carrying light to heavy objects (up to 50 lbs.).
Working conditions
Work is sometimes performed in a normal store where there are little or no physical discomforts associated with changes in weather or discomforts associated with noise, dust, dirt, and the like. Work is sometimes performed in a normal warehouse environment where there are physical discomforts associated with changed in weather or discomforts associated with noise, dust, dirt, and the like.
Why work for us?
The Salvation Army offers a broad range of career opportunities, particularly targeted toward those motivated by our mission, to preach the gospel of Jesus Christ and to meet human needs in His name without discrimination.
The Salvation Army strives to do the "Most Good" for its employees by offering a greater sense of purpose in the work performed, by training and mentoring employees and by offering competitive compensation and benefit plans. Whether employed as a truck driver, administrative support team member or the director of a program, our employees understand at the core of their work is the opportunity to be an integral part of an organization that is Doing the Most Good.
Five values at the heart of everything we do...We are...
  • Passionate
  • Compassionate
  • Uplifting
  • Brave
  • Trustworthy

Additional Information:
All employees recognize The Salvation Army is a church and agree they will do nothing as an employee of The Salvation Army to undermine its religious mission.
To apply, click on the "Apply Now" icon at the bottom of this posting.
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, or protected veteran status and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability.
Equal Opportunity Employer Minorities/Women/Veterans/Disabled
When an application is selected for review, typically, only applicants who indicate the relevant education and experience requirements, as indicated in the job description for the position, may be considered for job openings. Please FULLY complete the application, answer questions completely, honestly and to the best of your ability. Please also upload a copy of your resume (when available). Those applicants requiring accommodation to the application and/or interview process should contact a representative of the Human Resources Department at the applicable location.
We appreciate your interest in employment opportunities with The Salvation Army!

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The Salvation Army, an international movement, is an evangelical part of the universal Christian Church. Its message is based on the Bible. Its ministry is motivated by the love of God. Its mission is to preach the gospel of Jesus Christ and to meet human needs in His name without discrimination.

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Non-profits, retail, amusement, gambling, and recreation and religious organizations

Company size

5,001 - 10,000 Employees

Headquarters location

Alexandria, VA, US

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