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Populations Served
- Adults
- Low-Income
- Seniors
- Young Adults
Competencies/Skills
- Accountability
- Problem Solving
- Risk Assessment & Management
- Social Skills
- Stewardship
Opportunity last updated: May 26th
Small Appliance Volunteer
Barrier-Free Access- Suitable for Community Service/Fine Options
- Suitable for Seniors
- Suitable for Youth
Our shop sells quality, repaired/cleaned and tested donated items at reasonable prices to raise funds to contribute to local community service projects as well as the work of global partners for relief, development and peace.
This opportunity is also suitable for:
- individuals who are intermediate in English.
- wheelchair users.
Volunteer Duties
- Test donated small appliances to check if they are working.
- Clean, price and take out to the retail floor.
Age Requirements
16 years old or above
Other Requirements
- Understand how to test electrical appliances safely.
- There is a dress code (business casual). We strive to create and promote a friendly, positive and inclusive experience for all customers, donors and volunteers.
Schedule
Mondays/Tuesdays/Wednesdays/Thursdays/Saturdays for 3–4 hours (between 9:30am and 4:30pm)
Time Commitment
Continuing commitment
Type of Opportunity
Behind the Scenes,Environmental,Special Skills or Certification
Application Type
Advanced
Other Opportunities with MCC Lethbridge Thrift Shop
Our shop sells quality, repaired/cleaned and tested donated items at reasonable prices to raise funds to contribute to local community service projects as well as the work of global partners for relief, development and peace.
Training is provided by our retail store manager on the cash register and customer service.
We provide a letter of reference once you have contributed 60 or more hours of volunteer time.
The thrift shop is accessible by bus and volunteers have a 15 – 20 minute break each shift.
Our shop sells quality, repaired/cleaned and tested donated items at reasonable prices to raise funds to contribute to local community service projects as well as the work of global partners for relief, development and peace.
Our shop sells quality, repaired/cleaned and tested donated items at reasonable prices to raise funds to contribute to local community service projects as well as the work of global partners for relief, development and peace.
This opportunity is also suitable for individuals who are intermediate in English.
Thanks for your interest in this volunteer position!
We'll just need a bit of information so we can pass your application along to MCC Lethbridge Thrift Shop.
Volunteers can sign up for up to 3 continuing commitment opportunities for immediate referrals. If you signed up for more than 3, a Volunteer Lethbridge staff member will connect with you before making new referrals.