Retail Sales Associate - Join a Friendly Local Team

Job Title: Retail Sales Associate - Join a Friendly Local Team

Location: Boston, MA and Portland, ME

We have open positions at both of our FLYN locations right now. Our Boston Store is located at 149 North St. and our Portland Store is located at 340 Fore St.

Job Type: Part-Time / Full-Time. Temp to Hire.
Pay: $18 per hour during 1 month trial period. If we hire you permanently after trial period ends, pay increases to $20 per hour.
Start Date: Looking to hire starting between Mid-April to Mid-May.

About Us

We’re a growing brand known for our apparel, hats, art prints & more, featuring original artwork painted by local Maine artist, Flyn Costello. Crafted right here in Portland, Maine, our work recognizes the continued interactions between us and our animal neighbors.

At FLYN, we create more than just hats – we craft conversation starters. From classic trucker styles to our signature beanies featuring everything from wise owls to mischievous raccoons, our headwear collection brings your favorite animal characters along for the ride. Beyond hatwear, you can extend your showcase with premium raccoon graphic tees and sweatshirts, unique art prints, or take your style on the road with art stickers, bags, and other handmade apparel.

We’re looking for a motivated, dependable Retail Sales Associate who enjoys helping people, takes pride in their work, and enjoys promoting products by a local artist.

Why Join Us

• Supportive, positive, and inclusive work environment
• Employee store discounts
• Opportunity to grow with our small local business, and be an appreciated part of our team

What You’ll Be Doing

• Welcoming customers and creating a positive shopping experience
• Opening or Closing store following opening/closing procedure guidelines
• Processing purchases using the POS system
• Organizing and restocking merchandise on the sales floor
• Sewing patches onto hats as needed
• Placing special orders for customers for custom or out of stock items
• Helping to track inventory as needed
• Emptying garbage, cleaning and dusting store as needed to maintain a clean store environment
• Other tasks as needed
• Updating coworkers and managers (either verbally or by leaving notes) at end and beginning of shift changes regarding any relevant store information or updates

What We’re Looking For

• Friendly, outgoing personality and strong customer service skills
• Reliable and responsible with a strong work ethic and ability to take initiative when tasks need to be done
• Ability to stay organized and pay attention to detail
• Retail or customer service experience is helpful but not required
• Sewing experience is helpful but not required
• Our store is dog friendly, so must be comfortable around animals

Physical Requirements

• Ability to lift up to 25- 30 lbs occasionally, and go up and down steps
• Ability to stand for extended periods

How to Apply

Let us know which location (Boston or Portland) you are applying for.

Send your resume to [email protected] or apply in person at our Portland FLYN Store, at 340 Fore St .

If this sounds like a good fit for you, we would love to hear from you!

Pay: $18.00 - $20.00 per hour

Benefits:

• Employee discount

Application Question(s):

• Are you located in or near either Portland, ME or Boston, MA?

Work Location: In person