Retail Associate - Tennis Warehouse & Running Warehouse - La Quinta, CA

Employment Type: Part-Time

Hiring Range: $18–$19 per hour, depending on experience

Hours: Part-time (minimum 16 hours/week, maximum 28 hours/week). One weekend shift required.

Location: La Quinta, CA; On-site (No remote or hybrid option)

About Us

We're more than an e-commerce retailer - we're a destination for athletes, adventurers, and sports enthusiasts. Sports Warehouse offers a carefully curated selection of gear and equipment across tennis, pickleball, padel, running, bass fishing, equestrian sports, ice and roller hockey, inline skating, roller derby, and skateboarding. Our goal is simple: help every customer find the right products with expert guidance, exceptional service, and a shopping experience that keeps them coming back.

The Sports Warehouse Family of Brands

Tennis Warehouse

Pickleball Warehouse

Padel Warehouse

Running Warehouse

Tackle Warehouse

Ice Warehouse

Inline Warehouse

Derby Warehouse

Riding Warehouse

Skate Warehouse

TYPTI Warehouse

Benefits & Perks

Health & Wellness

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance*
• Life insurance*

Time Off

• Paid vacation*
• Paid sick time

Financial Benefits

• 401(k) retirement plan
• Profit-sharing program

Workplace Perks

• Employee discounts across all Sports Warehouse brands
• Complimentary access to our on-site fitness facility
• Career growth and development opportunities
• Employee appreciation events and team celebrations

*Available to eligible full-time employees.

At Sports Warehouse, we're always looking for motivated, dependable people who are passionate about delivering exceptional experiences for our customers and for one another. Whether your strengths are in customer service, warehouse operations, technology, marketing, merchandising, or another area of the business, you'll be part of a collaborative team that values integrity, innovation, and continuous improvement.

We believe great people make great teams. If you're eager to make an impact and help connect athletes and outdoor enthusiasts with the products they love, we'd love to hear from you.

We are looking for reliable and personable individuals to help us build lasting relationships with our Tennis Warehouse and Running Warehouse customers in our retail storefront located in La Quinta, California. Join our team of hard-working retail associates committed to maintaining our high standards of service. Together, we strive for excellence while embracing straightforward solutions to exceed our customers' expectations.

Purpose of Position

• Build a foundation for lasting relationships with new customers and foster ongoing relationships with existing customers in the retail store and at associated events.
• Maintain store inventory and presentation via stocking, merchandising, and cleaning.

Duties and Responsibilities

Customer Service

• Greet customers and offer warm hospitality throughout their visit.
• Provide thorough assistance to all customers in a friendly, professional, helpful and knowledgeable manner, including all Sports Warehouse curbside pick-up costumers.
• Display a comprehensive and current understanding of company policies, procedures, products and services.
• Offer outstanding customer service, meeting customer needs and exceeding expectations whenever possible.
• Maintain store inventory and appearance, engaging in stocking, merchandising and cleaning, either proactively or by assignment.
• Be flexible during busy times by helping fellow co-workers and multi-tasking.
• Maintain a safe and clean work environment.
• Continuously learn and develop skills, procedures and information relevant to the position.
• Understand resources available to locate answers to product questions.
• Communicate with other departments when necessary, regarding any customer issues.
• Other necessary duties deemed necessary in the daily operation of Sports Warehouse.
• Additional responsibilities may include participating in training clinics and providing product feedback for use on the website.