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Join our dynamic team of sales and service professionals having diligently served all of Santa Barbara's home and business improving needs since 1967.  We are recognized year after year by our customers in both The Santa Barbara News Press and The Independent's reader's polls, as well as daily accolades and expressions of appreciation.  We offer a solid collaborative team working environment with unlimited opportunities of advancement.  Our superb starting pay of $20.35 per hour for full time work is the highest in the industry.  Merchandise Stockers start at $18.30 an hour while gaining valuable work experience.  Our benefits are unparalleled in the trade with full time employees being eligible for HMO Health Care Coverage with 75% of the premium paid for by the company.  Yearly Dental coverage of $1800 yearly, Section 125 deductions for uncovered medical and child care expenses, employer sponsored life insurance, a 401k plan with employer match (up to $3,000 yearly), an employee discount amounting to cost-plus only 10%, and paid vacation, holiday & sick time.  P/T employees start at $19.55 an hour, are eligible for the employee discount and paid vacation, holiday & sick time, as well as the 401k plan if they work at least 20 hours weekly.

Being a premiere destination for the Santa Barbara community, especially on weekends, most starting positions do require working Saturdays and Sundays.

We are always looking for friendly and enthusiastic applicants for every department, but please feel free to contact us at (805) 963-7825 for the positions we have currently available.

Applications can be filled out and submitted online.  You can also download the PDF version and return it in person or by mail to the store.

Thank you for your consideration. 

Santa Barbara Home Improvement Center
415 E. Gutierrez St.
Santa Barbara, CA 93101

 

Garden Sales Associate

Do you have a green thumb? If you love plants and working outdoors then you just might be the perfect fit to work in our Garden Department. Learn how to care for and grow plants or better yet, share your existing knowledge and love of plants with our many nursery customers. Job responsibilities include: assisting customers, stocking merchandise, Department maintenance, and other miscellaneous tasks assigned to you by your Department Manager.

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Cashier

Cashiering is the busiest position in the store. A constant stream of customers makes the day whiz on by. Accuracy, efficiency, and friendliness are the hallmarks of a good cashier, so if you like a fast paced position with lots of customer interaction this is definitely the position for you. Job responsibilities include: assisting customers, accurately completing sales transactions, Department maintenance, and other miscellaneous tasks assigned to you by your Department Manager.

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Lumber Sales Associate

Assist our many do-it-yourselfers and commercial customers with building products and advice. This rugged position is outdoors in the sun and the occasional rain and involves a fair amount of heavy lifting. If you like a more physical position, you’ll feel right at home in our Lumber Yard. Job responsibilities include: assisting customers, cutting lumber, stocking merchandise, Department maintenance, and other miscellaneous tasks assigned to you by your Department Manager.

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Casual Living Sales Associate

In this fun Department you’ll work with Gift items, Kitchen Supplies, Bath Items, and Patio & BBQ supplies. Lots of variety will keep you learning all of the time. Job responsibilities include: assisting customers, assembling barbeques & patio furniture, stocking merchandise, Department maintenance, and other miscellaneous tasks assigned to you by your Department Manager.

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