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2 Stihl Assembly Worker Jobs Hiring Near You

Retail Support Specialist

Visalia, CA · On-site

$55K - $72K/yr

Why You'll Love Working at STIHL: * Competitive pay with multiple bonus opportunities and potential ... Train new dealers' staff on STIHL basics (assembly, product nomenclature, PDI, etc.) as well as ...

Why You'll Love Working at STIHL: * Competitive paywith multiple bonus opportunities and potential ... Train new dealers' staff on STIHL basics (assembly, product nomenclature, PDI, etc.) as well as ...

STIHL Jobs Information

Do workers at STIHL get paid breaks?

Sometimes. Only some people get paid breaks.
35% of people say they don’t get paid breaks.
Based on data from 23 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between January 2025 and April 2026.

Does STIHL pay people when they’re sick?

Yes. Most people get paid when they’re sick.
93% of people say they would get paid if they were sick but scheduled to work.
Based on data from 28 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between December 2024 and April 2026.

At STIHL, are sick days and vacation days separate paid time off?

Sick days and vacation days are used from the same paid time off.
75% of people say they have to use vacation days when they’re out sick.
Based on data from 16 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between May 2025 and April 2026.

Is the health insurance from STIHL affordable enough for their workers?

Most people say the health insurance costs are okay.
96% of people say the health insurance costs are okay
Based on data from 24 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between March 2025 and April 2026.

Do people get paid time off at STIHL?

Most people get paid time off work.
100% of people say they get paid time off.
Based on data from 17 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between May 2025 and April 2026.

Do workers at STIHL worry about hours?

Most people don’t worry about getting enough hours.
86% of people report they don’t worry about getting enough hours.
Based on data from 14 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between January 2025 and September 2025.

Do STIHL workers get to choose the shifts they work?

Most people don’t get to choose which shifts they work.
73% report that they don’t have enough control over which shifts they work.
Based on data from 15 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between January 2025 and September 2025.

How easy is it for STIHL workers to change shifts?

Some people find it hard to change shifts.
67% of people report that it’s hard to change shifts if they need to.
Based on data from 9 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between January 2025 and September 2025.

How easy is it to get time off at STIHL?

Most people find it easy to get time off.
87% of people report it’s easy to get time off.
Based on data from 30 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between December 2024 and April 2026.

Do STIHL managers change schedules at the last minute?

Most managers don’t change people’s schedules at the last minute.
93% of people say their manager doesn’t change their shift schedule at the last minute.
Based on data from 15 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between January 2025 and September 2025.

Do jobs at STIHL spill into time workers aren’t paid for?

Rarely. The job doesn't usually spill into unpaid time.
0% of people report that their job takes up time that they don’t get paid for.
Based on data from 12 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between January 2025 and September 2025.

How easy is it to take sick days at STIHL?

Most people find it easy to take sick days.
93% of people report that it’s easy to take time off if they are sick.
Based on data from 28 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between December 2024 and April 2026.

Is working at STIHL good if you’re a parent or caregiver?

Most parents and caregivers say this is a good place to work.
67% of people who care for a child or other relative report this is a good place to work.
Based on data from 9 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between March 2025 and January 2026.

Do people at STIHL feel treated with respect by their managers?

Some people don’t feel treated with respect by their managers.
38% of people say they’re not treated with respect by their managers.
Based on data from 24 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between December 2024 and April 2026.

Do people at STIHL get to take their breaks without interruption?

Most people get breaks without interruption.
81% of people report that they get to take their breaks without interruption.
Based on data from 27 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between December 2024 and April 2026.

Is it stressful to work at STIHL?

Most people feel stressed here.
78% of people say they often feel stressed at work.
Based on data from 27 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between December 2024 and April 2026.

Do people at STIHL enjoy their jobs?

Only some people enjoy their job.
35% of people report they don’t enjoy their job.
Based on data from 26 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between December 2024 and April 2026.

Do people at STIHL recommend working with their team?

Only some people recommend working with their team.
40% of people report that they wouldn’t recommend working with their immediate team to a friend.
Based on data from 30 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between December 2024 and April 2026.

Do people get enough training when they start at STIHL?

Some people didn’t get enough training when they started.
41% of people report they didn’t get enough training when they started working here.
Based on data from 29 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between December 2024 and April 2026.

Do people get support to advance at STIHL?

Only some people are given support to advance their career here.
In the last year, 38% of people report not being given support to advance their career here.
Based on data from 24 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between December 2024 and April 2026.

Do people think STIHL’s headquarters understands what’s happening where they work?

Some people think headquarters doesn’t understand what’s happening where they work.
64% of people think that this employer’s headquarters or owners don’t have a good understanding of what’s really happening where they work.
Based on data from 25 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between December 2024 and April 2026.

Do workers feel well informed about how STIHL is doing?

Most people feel well informed about how the company is doing.
67% of people feel that they are kept well informed about how the company is doing as a whole.
Based on data from 27 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between December 2024 and April 2026.

What are the most popular categories at Stihl?

Infographic showing various Assembly Worker job openings at Stihl in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 100% Full Time. Highlights an 83% Physical, and 17% Remote job distribution.

Retail Support Specialist

STIHL

Visalia, CA • On-site

$55K - $72K/yr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

Posted 21 days ago


STIHL rating

8.4

Company rating: 8.4 out of 10

Based on 30 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

100th of 495 rated machine equipment manufacturers


Job description

About Us
As a family-owned company, it's the people who continue to make STIHL a successful, world-class brand. Since revolutionizing the forestry industry in Germany with the first electric chainsaw in 1926, the STIHL name has remained synonymous with outstanding innovations, high-quality products and comprehensive service.
With competitive compensation, excellent benefits and exciting growth potential, it is a great time to join the STIHL team!
Why You'll Love Working at STIHL:
  • Competitive pay with multiple bonus opportunities and potential for annual merit increases
  • Excellent health benefits including Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance
  • Company-paid Life Insurance and Short & Long-Term Disability
  • Robust retirement offerings including:
    • A fully vested Pension Plan after 5 years
    • A 401(k) with generous employer match
  • Paid time off in addition to 11 Paid Holidays
  • A strong culture of stability, community, and innovation
  • Compensation: $55,000 - $72,000 per year. Actual compensation will depend on experience, qualifications, and internal equity

About You
You are a results-driven professional with experience in relationship management, training, and business development, dedicated to helping partners grow and succeed. Known for building strong relationships, delivering impactful training, and driving sales performance through a customer-focused approach.
Our ideal candidate would live in or around Phoenix, AZ or Southern California, or be open to relocation.
Purpose
The Retail Support Specialist (RSS) will be the primary field contacts charged with business development within STIHL dealerships. These individuals will assist in dealer set-ups for Territory Managers. Concept Store installation and merchandising, new dealer sales training (and training on special tools) are all part of new dealer development. The RSS position will also be responsible for these functions within existing dealers. With SCS upgrades / remerchandising, actively training new STIHL Champions and aligning sales training with STIHL University curriculum, the RSS will ensure established dealers remain competitive and effective in the market, especially as multiple dealers are potentially set up nearby. The roles of sales training and merchandising will also be performed by RSSs at Construction Type National Accounts. This position is an outside sales position; the essential functions of this job will be completed remotely.
Job Duties & Responsibilities
  • Work with Retail Support Manager to coordinate and perform new dealer set-ups; including SCS install, product assembly and merchandising, and static / motion POP set up on display. Train new dealers' staff on STIHL basics (assembly, product nomenclature, PDI, etc.) as well as selling training.
  • Work with existing dealers to help develop their business. Use the functions of re-merchandising, SCS Expansion projects, sales training and STIHL Champion development to ensure dealers have effective SCSs and selling teams.
  • Visit Construction Type National Accounts to establish the boots-on-the-ground relationship between them and STIHL. Provide in-store sales / product training, as well as help installing SCS components and merchandising STIHL product in their showroom.
  • Attend and support STIHL at various regional trade shows, training events (i.e., STIHL U) and dealer events to promote STIHL, our products and services.
  • Maintain reporting (updating CRM, monthly field reports, field input in regard to store training and development, National Account visits, merchandising success stories / key learnings.
  • Attend sales meetings, dealer training meetings and other required meetings and training.
  • All other duties and responsibilities as assigned.

Specifications
  • Bachelor's degree or equivalent education and work experience preferred
  • Previous sales or retail experience preferred. Previous merchandising experience preferred
  • 1-3 years of related work experience preferred
  • Travel may be up to 75%
  • Must be a self-starter and able to perform well with minimal supervision
  • Intermediate knowledge of Microsoft office software, including Word, Excel and PowerPoint
  • Ability to champion and utilize other company-designated software (OneCRM, SAP) as needed
  • Demonstrates effective time management and strong organizational skills
  • STIHL product familiarity is required
  • Compensation: $55,000 - $72,000 per year. Actual compensation will depend on experience, qualifications, and internal equity

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