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Job Posting: Full-Time Retail Sales Associate — OUTDOORICA

Location: 209 County Rd 156, Albany, MN 56307

Job Type: Full-Time (40 hours per week)

Schedule: Includes flexibility Monday–Friday with regular afternoon/evening shifts (up to 7 PM), and Every Saturday from 9 AM–3 PM.

To apply for an open position, please send your resume or job application to jobs@outdoorica.com — OR — apply directly through Indeed.com.

About Us

OUTDOORICA is a family-owned outdoor retail store located in Albany, MN. We specialize in e-bikes, UTVs, ATVs, lawnmowers, deer hunting blinds, skid steer attachments, and Ice Castle brand fish houses. Serving outdoor and powersports enthusiasts both in-store and online, we are committed to providing high-quality gear and exceptional customer service in a fun, engaging environment.

Job Summary

We are looking for a motivated and customer-focused Retail Sales Associate to join our team full-time. The ideal candidate is an outdoor enthusiast with a passion for hunting, fishing, powersports, and outdoor activities. This role involves operating a forklift, assisting customers, upselling products, and extended warranties, and supporting e-commerce sales. The position requires strong communication skills, basic computer proficiency, and the ability to lift 75 lbs or more.

Key Responsibilities

  • Work schedule with flexibility Monday–Friday and Every Saturday from 9 AM–3 PM
  • Greet and assist in-person customers with product inquiries and purchases
  • Learn product details and confidently recommend options to customers
  • Upsell products and extended warranties
  • Operate a forklift safely (must be 18+)
  • Lift and move heavy merchandise (75 lbs+) as needed
  • Manage inventory, stock shelves, and maintain a clean showroom
  • Answer phone calls and assist with customer inquiries
  • Process transactions and assist with online orders
  • Utilize computers and other electronic systems to support sales and marketing
  • Assist with shipping and receiving tasks

Requirements

Must-Haves:

  • Age 18+
  • Ability to lift 75 lbs+
  • Forklift operation (or willingness to learn)
  • Customer service or sales experience
  • Availability for a flexible weekday schedule and required Saturday shifts

Nice-to-Haves:

  • Retail experience in outdoor products
  • Knowledge of hunting, fishing, powersports, or outdoor equipment
  • E-commerce or shipping/receiving experience

Compensation & Benefits

  • $20.00 per hour plus commission
  • 15 days of Paid Time Off (PTO) to start, with 1 additional day earned for each year of employment
  • Health insurance with 70% of the premium paid by the employer
  • Access to employer-sponsored dental, vision, and accidental insurance
  • 401(k) Retirement Plan
  • Employee discounts on outdoor and powersports products
  • Paid training
  • Opportunity to grow within a successful family-owned business
  • Gain hands-on experience in sales, customer service, and outdoor equipment
  • Be part of a friendly, tight-knit team that shares your passion for the outdoors and powersports

How to Apply

If you love the outdoors and have the skills we are looking for, we would love to hear from you! Apply online at Indeed.com or email your resume to jobs@outdoorica.com.

OUTDOORICA is an equal opportunity employer and complies with all Minnesota state labor laws.