ZipRecruiter

Log In

1

Thrifting Jobs (NOW HIRING)

Epic Managers

Store Marketing Manager

Mesa, AZ · On-site

$25/hr

If you love building engaged audiences, creating content with personality, and thrifting, this is your dream role! The new Uptown Cheapskate flagship in Tempe/Mesa needs someone to take the lead on ...

previous pagenext page

Showing results 21-40

All JobsThrifting Jobs

Thrifting information

What are some common challenges faced by professional thrifters, and how can they be managed?

Professional thrifters often encounter challenges such as inconsistent inventory quality, fluctuating demand for certain items, and competition from other buyers. To manage these challenges, it's important to develop a keen eye for valuable items, build relationships with store staff, and stay up-to-date on market trends. Joining local thrifting communities and regularly visiting multiple locations can also help ensure a steady supply of high-quality finds. Persistence and adaptability are key to thriving in this dynamic environment.

What is the difference between Thrifting vs Retail Associate?

AspectThriftingRetail Associate
Required CredentialsNone specific, often personal interest in vintage or secondhand goodsHigh school diploma or equivalent; customer service skills
Work EnvironmentThrift stores, charity shops, vintage boutiquesDepartment stores, clothing stores, supermarkets
Employer & IndustryNonprofit organizations, independent thrift shops, consignment storesRetail chains, shopping malls, retail chains
Common Search & ComparisonInterest in secondhand shopping, resale, vintage findsCustomer service, sales, inventory management

While thrifting involves shopping at secondhand stores, retail associates work in retail environments assisting customers and managing sales. Both roles are connected through the retail industry but differ in responsibilities and work settings.

What is thrifting?

Thrifting is the act of shopping at thrift stores, garage sales, flea markets, or secondhand shops to find gently used items, usually at a lower price than buying new. People who thrift often look for clothing, furniture, books, or collectibles that are unique or vintage. Thrifting is popular for its affordability, sustainability, and the thrill of discovering hidden gems. It’s also an eco-friendly way to shop, as it promotes reusing and recycling goods instead of contributing to waste.

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

To thrive as a Thrift Store Associate, you need strong customer service skills, basic sales experience, and a high school diploma or equivalent. Familiarity with point-of-sale (POS) systems, inventory management tools, and pricing software is typically required. Attention to detail, organization, and a friendly attitude help create a positive shopping environment and efficient store operations. These skills are important for maximizing sales, maintaining store quality, and ensuring customer satisfaction in a retail setting.

How to turn thrifting into a career?

Turning thrifting into a career involves sourcing and reselling vintage or secondhand items through online platforms or physical stores. Success requires knowledge of market trends, good negotiation skills, and an understanding of pricing. Building a brand and developing a reliable supply chain are also important for long-term growth.
More about Thrifting jobs

What job categories do people searching Thrifting jobs look for?

The top searched job categories for Thrifting jobs are:

Thrifting jobs near you
Infographic showing various Thrifting job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 6% Internship, 38% Full Time, and 56% Part Time. Highlights an 94% In-person, and 6% Remote job distribution.

Online Auction Associate

Caring Transitions

Shorewood, WI • On-site

Other

Re-posted 15 days ago

Job description

Have you always wanted a job helping people, but without all the corporate layers and endless meetings? Would you rather be up on your feet and active than sit at a desk all day? Do you like thrifting, selling on eBay and Facebook Marketplace, and know your way around Google Lens and ChatGPT? We have the perfect, unique, no-two-days-are-ever-the-same opportunity for you!:) 
Starting Pay: $15/hour
Hours & Schedule: Part time, flexible, mostly daytime weekday shifts
Job Description:
Caring Transitions of Milwaukee North Shore is a locally owned and operated company seeking Online Auction Associates who want to help seniors in the north shore and east side of Milwaukee. Some jobs may be a bit farther depending on where the senior is moving from. We typically schedule jobs in daytime hours during the week, weekends as needed. We specialize in downsizing, sorting & organizing, clean outs, relocation services, estate sales, and online auctions. A great opportunity for stay at home parents and local college students looking for part time work with a flexible schedule. Potential for promotion to Auction Manager position for the right candidate.
Online Auction Associates are primarily responsible for photographing, researching, describing, and uploading our clients' items to the CTBids.com auction platform. Duties include sorting through household goods to find treasures, creating sellable lots based on local and national trends, cleaning and preparing items, photographing items for sale, researching history and use of items to create meaningful descriptions, uploading auction listings on CTBids.com, assisting customers at auction pickup, shipping items, selling items in person, and removing unwanted items for donation and disposal. 
Qualifications & Skills:
  • High school diploma to a graduate or professional degree- any level of education with the right personality will find this job interesting and rewarding
  • Strong organizational skills, attention to detail, and an eye for design
  • Outstanding customer service skills
  • Professional attitude and demeanor
  • Cohesive and compelling writing skills with knowledge of proper grammar 
  • Excellent amateur to professional photography skills using an iPhone or iPad camera with awareness of proper lighting and spatial relations 
  • Drive to produce accurate work with efficiency and self-discipline to avoid distractions 
  • Ability to lift 30lb+ and move items within the home as needed, with frequent walking, standing, stairs, bending, kneeling, etc.
  • Productively and positively interacts with coworkers and functions well in a team environment
  • Understanding of basic to intermediate computer, iPhone, iPad, and internet technology
  • Willing to work in dirty and/or cluttered environments if needed
What We Require & Expect:
  • Integrity and respect in everything you do and say- people trust us to reduce their stress during trying times with vulnerable clients, so we need to be worthy of their trust at all times without exception
  • Compassion and a caring heart, especially toward clients dealing with difficult life decisions or the recent loss of a loved one
  • Enjoy working with older adults
  • Curious but never judgmental
  • A strong work ethic
  • Prompt and regular attendance on assigned shifts
  • Provide exceptional customer service, greet clients and bidders with a smile, and respond appropriately to customer concerns
  • Able to pass a background check (we are bonded and insured), though we may consider second chance employment for the right candidate
  • Must have dependable transportation to and from work sites on location at clients' homes
  • Must have a personal smart phone for scheduling, clocking in and out, project management apps, mapping locations, and communicating with coworkers (company device will be provided for CTBids)
Related Experience: not limited to work experience, life experience may qualify too!
  • Selling goods or services on eBay, Facebook Marketplace, Poshmark, Etsy, etc.
  • Photography, staging items, editing photos, uploading to a computer or website
  • Using Photoshop, photo editing apps, Google Lens, ChatGPT or other AI apps
  • Posting regularly on social media
  • Selling goods at a flea market or makers markets
  • Holding a rummage or yard sale
  • Love going to estate sales
  • Antiquing, thrifting, vintage shopping or selling
  • Expert or hobby knowledge of collectibles, antiques, art, jewelry, vintage or designer clothing and accessories, tools, cars, furniture, etc. 
  • Organizing, sorting, packing, moving others
  • Helped a parent or grandparent in their decision to move to independent, assisted living, or skilled nursing home care
  • Dealt with the home and its contents after a loved one moved or passed away
  • Experience working with senior populations
  • Retail or direct sales experience
Please apply with your resume, days and hours you're available to work, and a short description of why you think you would be a good fit for this position. 

Powered by JazzHR

SxwphZaLd7