Verizon Communications is hiring: Retail Sales Associate in Village of Port Jeff

Overview

Job ID: R-1084905

Apply prior to the end date: December 10th, 2025

At Verizon, we power and empower how people live, work and play by connecting them to what brings them joy. We value ideas that are daring or different, and we support learning, growth, and impact in the world. Our V Team is a community that listens, learns, and lifts communities—everywhere and always. We’re hiring immediately.

What you’ll be doing

As a full-time Verizon Retail Sales Associate, you’ll grow your career with a team focused on unlocking your full potential and sales success within one of our retail stores. Responsibilities include:

• Generate retail sales by using your passion for cutting-edge technology and exceptional customer service to expand the Verizon network.
• Learn and uncover customers\' needs by creating connections and asking the right questions.
• Position product insights and solution recommendations to provide customers with a complete top-down sales solution.
• Close sales by using strong communication skills to fulfill customer needs with simple and intuitive tech solutions.
• Continuously develop yourself through ongoing training and up-skill in operational functions across merchandising and inventory.
• Possibly grow your customer base by placing outbound calls and sending text messages to current Verizon customers interested in our products and services.
• Engage with the community outside of the store to expand your loyal customer base, including at off-site Verizon sponsored events.

Compensation and benefits are designed to recognize performance and support career growth.

Compensation and benefits

We’re hiring immediately! You can earn $16.00 to $21.00 per hour in base pay, plus up to $16,000 a year in individual-based commissions if you hit all your sales goals. Top performers could make up to $14,500 or more in additional commissions, with total annual earnings potentially ranging from $65,000 to $73,500+ depending on geography, hours, and performance.

Our comprehensive benefits (starting day one) include a health plan, education and career investment, and other well-being perks. Examples include:

• Best in class medical, dental, and vision
• Verizon 401(k) plan with matching contributions up to 6% and other options
• $2,500 stock grant per year (Stock Together)
• Sales recognition programs with travel, gifts, and incentives
• Five weeks of paid time off (vacation, holidays, personal days)
• 8 weeks of paid parental leave for eligible new parents (up to 16 weeks with short-term disability)
• Up to $8K per year in tuition assistance
• Discounts on Verizon products and services and additional employee discounts

One in five Verizon Retail employees moved laterally or promoted in 2024, reflecting opportunities to advance within the company. You’ll also find strong training programs and a culture of learning.

What we’re looking for

You’ll need to have:

• High school diploma or GED
• One or more years of relevant experience (work or military)
• Willingness to work evenings, weekends, and holidays (schedule provided four weeks in advance)
• Openness to take additional shifts and earn more income, typically during summer months and peak periods

Even better if you have one or more of the following:

• Experience in a commission-based environment
• Demonstrated sales experience in helping customers find solutions
• Customer service experience

If Verizon and this role sound like a fit, apply even if you don’t meet every listed qualification.

After you apply

You may be required to take an assessment (~19 minutes). If selected, a recruiter will reach out with more information about the role.

Where you’ll be working

In this worksite-based role, you’ll work onsite at a defined location(s).

Scheduled Weekly Hours

40

Equal Employment Opportunity

Verizon is an equal opportunity employer. We evaluate qualified applicants without regard to veteran status, disability, or other protected characteristics.

Benefits and Compensation

Our benefits are designed to help you move forward in your career and life outside of Verizon, including health and wellness options, a matched 401(k), tuition assistance, and other incentives. Depending on the role, compensation may include premium pay such as overtime, shift differential, and holidays. New hires receive up to 15 days of vacation per year, growing with service. For part-timers, benefits vary by individual circumstances.

This is a commission-based position with potential to earn more. The starting base pay rate for New York locations is: $19.71 per hour.

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