Associate or Clerk or Cashier Jobs in Maine

An Associate, Clerk, or Cashier in the retail industry plays a crucial role in enhancing customer experience, managing transactions, and ensuring smooth operations of the store. Their responsibilities include greeting customers, addressing inquiries, providing product information, and facilitating purchases. They are often the first point of contact for customers, hence, excellent customer service skills are essential. They should also possess basic math skills for handling cash, as well as proficiency in using point-of-sale (POS) systems. Knowledge about the store's products and the ability to communicate effectively are also key. Depending on the establishment, cash handling or food handling certifications may be required.

Prior to becoming an Associate, Clerk, or Cashier, an individual might hold roles such as Sales Assistant, Stock Associate, or Customer Service Representative. These roles would provide them with valuable experience in dealing with customers, managing merchandise, and understanding the retail environment. Furthermore, these positions help in developing the necessary skills like attention to detail, patience, and multitasking, which are crucial for succeeding in the role of an Associate, Clerk, or Cashier in the retail industry.

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Retail Sales Associate

  • cumberlandfarmsinc
  • Brunswick, ME
  • 28 days ago
  • Brunswick, ME
  • 28 days ago

Are you a high energy, outgoing person who loves to help others and work as part of a team? Are you interested in starting a career in retail? Do you thrive in fast paced environments? Then you...

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Cashier

  • Corporate-Chefs
  • Portland, ME
  • 45+ days ago
  • Portland, ME
  • 45+ days ago

Cashier Job Reference Number: 38432 Employment Type: Full-Time, Onsite Segment: Dining & Events Brand: Corporate-Chefs Location: Portland, Maine (US-ME) The Role at a glance: We are looking to add...

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Sales Associate

  • Goodwill Northern New England
  • Brunswick, ME
  • 1 hour ago
  • Brunswick, ME
  • 1 hour ago

Location: Brunswick, Maine Goodwill is looking for friendly, outgoing people to join our growing team! Whether greeting customers, chatting with “regulars,” or providing a great customer...

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Automotive Service Cashier Quirk Subaru- Bangor

  • Quirk Auto Group Maine
  • Bangor, ME
  • 1 hour ago
  • Bangor, ME
  • 1 hour ago

Quirk Auto Group, one of Maine's largest automotive retailers is looking for qualified people to join our team at Quirk Subaru in Bangor. Our ability to perform at such a high level is directly...

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Guest Service Associate/Cashier - Seasonal Flex

  • Global Partners
  • Portland, ME
  • 1 hour ago
  • Portland, ME
  • 1 hour ago

Our Guest Service Associate will be responsible for driving top notch guest experience while facilitating the completion of all store-level tasks. At Global Partners, business starts with people....

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Store Driver

  • Advance Stores Company Inc (500)
  • Portland, ME
  • 2 hours ago
  • Portland, ME
  • 2 hours ago

Position Responsibilities Pick, stage and safely deliver parts to pro customers Pick up returns and cores Drop off weekly/monthly sales flyers while promoting current sales and loyalty programs...

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Sales Associate

  • Boot Barn
  • Bangor, ME
  • 2 hours ago
  • Bangor, ME
  • 2 hours ago

Our Sales Partners engage with customers and create an exceptional in-store experience. They embody Boot Barn's Mission, Vision and Values in their words and actions while demonstrating selling...

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Retail Framing Team member PT

  • Michaels Stores, Inc.
  • Bangor, ME
  • 2 hours ago
  • Bangor, ME
  • 2 hours ago

Store - Bangor, ME Deliver friendly customer service, help customers shop our store, and find what they're looking for. Ensure all customers receive a fast and friendly checkout experience....

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Cashier Full Time

  • BJ's
  • Portland, ME
  • 2 hours ago
  • Portland, ME
  • 2 hours ago

A World-Class Team BJs Wholesale Club is powered by more than 30,000 team members who make a real impact every day. Whether you're stocking shelves, solving problems or shaping strategy, your work...

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Retail Sales Associate

  • Walmart
  • Augusta, ME
  • 3 hours ago
  • Augusta, ME
  • 3 hours ago

Hourly Wage: $16 - $29 per/hour *The actual hourly rate will equal or exceed the required minimum wage applicable to the job location. Additional compensation includes annual or quarterly...

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Retail Team Member

  • Nouria Energy
  • Topsham, ME
  • 6 hours ago
  • Topsham, ME
  • 6 hours ago

Nouria Energy Corporation is a multi-generational family-owned wholesale fuel distributor, convenience store operator and car wash operator in New England. Our wholesale and retail fuel businesses...

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At L.L.Bean, we believe the outdoors brings out the best in all of us. We are committed to fostering a culture of belonging and creating safe, inclusive spaces where everyone feels welcome-both...

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SALES ASSOCIATE in WISCASSET, ME S20374

  • Dollar General Corporation
  • Wiscasset, ME
  • 6 hours ago
  • Wiscasset, ME
  • 6 hours ago

Work Where You Matter At Dollar General, our mission is Serving Others! We value each and every one of our employees. Whether you are looking to launch a new career in one of our many convenient...

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Retail Operations Team Member

  • Nouria Energy Corporation
  • Scarborough, ME
  • 18 hours ago
  • Scarborough, ME
  • 18 hours ago

Nouria Energy Corporation is a multi-generational family-owned wholesale fuel distributor, convenience store operator and car wash operator in New England. Our wholesale and retail fuel businesses...

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Team Member FT/PT Shifts MUST Be Flexible

  • Circle K
  • Canaan, ME
  • 19 hours ago
  • Canaan, ME
  • 19 hours ago

Store 4707123: 247 Main St, Canaan, Maine 04924 Shift Availability Evenings & Overnight Time Type Customer Service Representative We want you to join our team as a Customer Service Representative....

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Demographic Data for Maine

Moving to Maine? Find some basic demographic data about Maine below.


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Salary for Associate or Clerk or Cashier Jobs in Maine

Estimated salary range based on data from US Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) and iHireRetail research efforts.

Highest Education Level

Associate or Clerk or Cashiers in Maine offer the following education background
Bachelor's Degree
38.5%
High School or GED
24.9%
Associate's Degree
12.5%
Master's Degree
9.2%
Vocational Degree or Certification
9.1%
Some College
2.6%
Some High School
2.1%
Doctorate Degree
1.0%

Average Work Experience
Here's a breakdown of the number of years' experience offered by Associate or Clerk or Cashiers in Maine
None
39.8%
Less than 1 year
35.6%
8-10 years
9.8%
1-2 years
7.3%
2-4 years
6.9%
4-6 years
0.7%


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