hardware store clerk

Weight Handling

• Up to 45 kg (100 lbs)

Work Setting

• Hardware store

Type of Product

• Power tools
• Paint and wallpaper
• Men’s clothing
• Lumber and plywood
• Lamps and lighting fixtures
• Footwear
• Building materials (other than lumber)
• Flooring
• Automotive parts and accessories

Specific Skills

• Operate cash register
• Operate computerized inventory record keeping and re-ordering systems
• Estimate or quote prices, credit or contract terms, warranties and delivery dates
• Provide advice about merchandise
• Greet customers and discuss type, quality and quantity of merchandise or services sought for purchase, rental or lease
• Prepare merchandise for purchase, rental or lease
• Prepare sales, rental or leasing contracts and accept cash, cheque, credit card or automatic debit payment

Transportation/Travel Information

• Valid driver’s licence

Work Conditions and Physical Capabilities

• Repetitive tasks
• Handling heavy loads
• Physically demanding
• Standing for extended periods
• Bending, crouching, kneeling

Work Location Information

• Remote location