Careers
Current Openings
Sales Associate
At Green Life Trading Co., we believe that sustainability isn’t an exclusive club. It is the role of our Sales Associate to put this ethos into action by providing stellar customer service, keeping a clean and inviting environment and helping daily operations run smoothly.
Location
1334 Williamson St. Madison, WI
Wage
$16.00/hour + 5% Weekend Pay Differential
Hours
Priority will be given to applicants with availability Saturday-Thursday. 15-25 hr/wk. The Sales Associate can expect to work during shop hours, regular weekends and evenings and some occasional events. Three shifts per week minimum.
Requirements
- Strong interpersonal skills and a positive, proactive attitude,
- Professional written and verbal communication skills,
- Basic computer literacy (Google Drive, Shopify POS, Apple Products),
- Ability to work independently and with others,
- Ability to multi-task and practice efficient time management,
- Previous experience in retail and/or customer service industry preferred,
- Interest in circular economies and/or sustainability.
Responsibilities
- Arriving early to open the store, start preparations for the day,
- Leaving late to clean and close the store,
- Assisting with online orders,
- Answering customer questions and processing sales,
- Ensuring that the store is clean, organized and fully stocked,
- Demonstrating knowledge of products to customers,
- Assisting with inventory management.
Physical Demands
- Stand during an entire shift,
- Wash dishes,
- Continuously walk around all areas of the store throughout shift,
- Lift, place, and arrange items on shelves and racks,
- Bend down and reach above head,
- Climb and descend ladder,
- Individually lift up to 49 pounds (seriously, we mean it!).
Benefits
- Bonuses based on green transportation to shifts (Eco-bucks),
- Paid Time Off,
- 401(k) with 4% employer match,
- Opportunities for seasonal and performance-based raises,
- Opportunities for off-site training and workshops.
At Green Life Trading Co, we envision a workplace where a diverse mix of talented people want to come, stay and do their best work. We are dedicated to prioritizing a diversity of race, gender, sexual orientation, religion, ethnicity, national origin and all the other fascinating characteristics that make us different because these differences make us stronger.
To apply, please email sasha@greenlifetradingco.com with the subject line "Sales Associate".
- Resume
- Availability and desired number of hours per week, including any scheduled vacations
Current Openings
Outreach Specialist
At Green Life Trading Co, we believe that sustainability isn’t an exclusive club. It is the role of our Outreach Specialist to put this ethos into action by creating engaging materials for and attending offsite events to promote Green Life and our values.
Location
Training is in-person. Once trained, this role involves traveling to events across Wisconsin and the Chicago area. Outside of events, work may be done remotely or in-person with occasional in-person requirements.
Wage
$16.00/hour + 5% Weekend Pay Differential
Hours
5-15 hr/month. Hours vary by season. The Outreach Specialist can expect to work between Monday-Friday and an occasional weekend and evening.
Requirements
- Strong interpersonal skills and a positive, proactive attitude
- Comfortable with public speaking
- Professional written and verbal communication skills
- Basic computer literacy, including Google programs and Canva
- Ability to work independently and collaboratively
- Ability to multi-task and practice efficient time management
- Interest in circular economies, sustainability, and education
- Access to a car or cargo bike is helpful but not required
Responsibilities
- Manage events schedule
- Coordinate events with community partners
- Table and give presentations at conferences, trade shows, and other community events
- Lead preparations and load in/load out before and after events
- Create educational materials and presentations for events (e.g., PowerPoints, printable graphics)
- Manage and maintain the tabling box program for community partners
- Manage donation requests
- Support Earth Day Fair planning and execution
Physical Demands
- Drive, bike, or bus to events
- Stand for the duration of an event
- Continuously walk around all areas of the event space throughout shift
- Lift, place, and arrange items on shelves and racks
- Bend down and reach above head
- Climb and descend a ladder
- Individually lift up to 49 pounds
Benefits
- Bonuses based on green transportation to shifts (Eco-Bucks)
- Paid Time Off
- 401(k) with 4% employer match
- Opportunities for seasonal and performance-based raises
- Opportunities for offsite training and workshops
At Green Life Trading Co, we envision a workplace where a diverse mix of talented people want to come, stay and do their best work. We are dedicated to prioritizing a diversity of race, gender, sexual orientation, religion, ethnicity, national origin and all the other fascinating characteristics that make us different because these differences make us stronger.
To apply, please email sasha@greenlifetradingco.com with the subject line "Outreach Specialist".
- Resume
- Availability and desired number of hours per week, including any scheduled vacations