Only work hear if you can't find another job - Sales Associate Sears Employee Review

3.0
Dec 4, 2009
Recommend
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Pros

The scheduling is very flexible and the employee discounts are pretty good if you buy things on clearance. Also, Sears is good about giving associates the sales tools needed to be successful.

Cons

The base hourly is low, only 6hr if you work in home improvement. The commission rates are also very low, most products you sell only have a 1 percent commission rate.

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5.0
Jun 10, 2026
Recommend
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Pros

Good team and good compensation

Cons

The contract is only for 30 days, so it needs to be renewed every month, and we always lose access during the process. This creates some uncertainty for us.

4.0
Jun 19, 2026
Anonymous temporary employee
Recommend
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Pros

Working at Sears allowed us to develop strong customer service, communication, and problem-solving skills in a retail environment. We gained experience assisting customers, handling transactions, managing merchandise, and working as part of a team to meet sales and operational goals. The position also helped us improve time management, adaptability, and the ability to work effectively in a fast-paced setting while maintaining a positive attitude toward customers and coworkers.

Cons

One challenge of working at Sears was managing periods of high customer traffic, which could be stressful and demanding. We occasionally faced difficult customer interactions, changing sales expectations, and the need to balance multiple responsibilities simultaneously. Additionally, retail schedules often required evening, weekend, and holiday shifts, which could affect our work-life balance.

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