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# Seasonal Retail Associate (Temp-to-Perm Potential) at BRUNT Workwear

- **Company:** BRUNT Workwear
- **Location:** North Reading, MA
- **Compensation:** $15–$18/hr
- **Posted:** 2026-08-26
- **Last confirmed live:** 2026-09-12
- **Apply:** https://boards.greenhouse.io/bruntworkwear/jobs/4708551006?gh_jid=4708551006

## Job description

We’re leading the way in redefining the workwear category. Our mission is to engineer better boots and apparel for our country’s tradesmen and women by working directly with real workers to learn what they actually need to execute their jobs.

The BRUNT team is not only devoted to improving on the old workwear standards, but we’re also creating a community that tradesmen and women can call their own. From our weekly hangouts at the BRUNT Garage, to hosting events across the country, we’re all about getting boots on the ground and building something real with the BRUNT crew.

The BRUNT flagship isn’t a traditional retail store; it’s a home base for the trades. A place where customers can walk in straight from a job site, try on gear built for real work, and talk with a team that understands their day-to-day. We’re building more than a place to shop we’re creating a community hub where craftsmanship, grit, and pride in hard work come together.

Note on this Role: We are gearing up for our peak season and looking for high-energy individuals to join our crew in a Seasonal Retail Associate role. If you deliver strong results and fit our team culture during this busy stretch, this position has direct potential to turn into a permanent part-time role on the BRUNT flagship team.

## What You’ll Do

As a Seasonal Retail Associate, you’re on the front lines during our highest-volume period, bringing energy, hustle, and personality to the sales floor. You’ll help create standout customer experiences, support store operations during the rush, and show us what you've got for a long-term spot on the team.

- Customer Experience: Create a welcoming environment, engage customers to understand their specific trade needs, and support omni-channel services during peak shopping volume.
- Sales & Performance: Keep transactions moving smoothly, manage rush periods efficiently, and promote loyalty programs to help the store smash its goals.
- Visual & Ops: Keep the floor fully stocked, sharp, and organized. You’ll be hands-on with high-volume shipments, inventory flow, and restocking.
- Teamwork & Growth: Collaborate with the crew, bring a reliable and positive attitude to every shift, and showcase your long-term potential for a permanent position.

## What You Need to Succeed

- Experience: Previous retail or customer service experience (required).
- Mindset: A "builder" work ethic dependable, motivated, and ready to jump in where needed during our busiest season.
- Availability: Flexible availability to meet peak-season demands, including evenings, weekends, and key holiday shifts.
- Skills: Strong communication, comfort with POS technology, and an ability to make every trade worker feel valued.
- Requirements: Must be 18+ and able to commute to North Reading, MA.
- Physicality: Ability to stand/walk for extended periods and lift 25–30 lbs. regularly during shipment and inventory resets.

In accordance with applicable salary transparency laws, we are providing the good-faith salary range for this position. This range reflects the base salary that we reasonably expect to pay for this position at the time of posting. The actual compensation offered will depend on factors such as qualifications, experience, skills, and budget.

Benefits & Perks:

- Retirement: 401(k) plan with Company Match.

- Paid Time Off: 2 days of PTO, and sick leave.

The anticipated salary range for this role is:

Hourly Compensation $15—$18 USD

No matter what experience you have within our industry we encourage you to apply. At BRUNT, we believe that a strong crew is assembled with people from different backgrounds.

We look for individuals who thrive on challenges, will be passionate about our brand, and believe that teamwork is necessary for success. Show us how your experiences have shaped you and how you can contribute to BRUNT. We can’t wait to hear from you!

## About BRUNT Workwear

## Company Overview
- **One-liner**: BRUNT Workwear engineers high-quality work boots and apparel designed in partnership with tradesmen and women to deliver performance, durability, and comfort at a fair price.
- **Entity Type**: Private (Venture-backed)
- **Headquarters**: North Reading, Massachusetts, USA
- **Founded**: 2020
- **Founders**: Eric Girouard

## Core Business
- Primary industry: Retail Apparel and Fashion (Workwear)
- Target customers: B2C – tradesmen and women (construction, electrical, plumbing, etc.) in the US
- Mission or purpose statement: “We built BRUNT Workwear for workers, with workers. Our mission is to engineer better boots and apparel for our country’s tradesmen and women by working directly with real workers to learn what they actually need to execute their jobs.”

## Products & Services
- **Work Boots**: A range of boots including waterproof, composite toe, slip-resistant, and electrical hazard options. Physical product.
- **Work Apparel**: Jackets, hoodies, work pants, utility shorts, and performance shirts. Physical product.
- **Work Boot Insoles**: Designed for added comfort and support on the job. Physical product.

## Market Standing
- **Valuation**: Not publicly disclosed
- **Key Metric**: Total Funding of approximately **$52.5M** across 4 rounds (Seed, Series A, Series B, and a Venture Round in 2023). Annual revenue estimated at **$4.5M**.
- **Notable Investors/Partners**: Stripes (led Series B), TF Cornerstone (led Series A). Other investors include NextGen Venture Partners.
- **Growth Signals**: Headcount of ~106 employees (+23.5% year-over-year). Active job postings are up 700% year-over-year, indicating aggressive scaling. Operates in 5 countries with a growing retail footprint.

## Competitive Advantages
- **Customer Co-Creation**: Products are built directly with feedback from tradespeople, creating a strong product-market fit and brand loyalty among a typically underserved market.
- **Community Focus**: The “BRUNT Garage” and national events create a physical community hub, differentiating them from purely online apparel brands.
- **Omnichannel Presence**: A strong direct-to-consumer (DTC) online presence combined with expanding physical retail stores allows for a seamless customer experience.

## Strategic Focus
- **Omnichannel Expansion**: Hiring for Retail Store Manager and Part-Time Retail roles indicates a push into physical retail to complement their DTC model.
- **Data-Driven Product Development**: Hiring a Data Engineer and AI Full Stack Developer suggests a focus on using data to improve product design, customer insights, and personalization.
- **Brand Awareness**: Hiring a Director of Public Relations and Director of Wholesale Marketing signals a move to build broader brand recognition and enter wholesale partnerships.

## Why Work Here
- **Culture**: Emphasizes “Crew Comes First,” scrappiness, and ownership. The team is described as fast-moving and entrepreneurial. Employees highlight a culture of mutual respect and celebration of wins.
- **Work Policy**: Hybrid work environment. Requires being on-site 4 days a week (Mon-Thurs) at the North Reading, MA HQ.
- **Notable Perks**: Onsite gym, company equity, 401(k) matching, generous parental leave, employee awards & recognition, and company-sponsored outings.
- **Engineering Culture**: Uses a modern tech stack including Python, SQL, TensorFlow, Shopify, Figma, and Looker. The team is small (14 Product + Tech employees), offering high autonomy and impact.

## Sources
1. [bruntworkwear.com](https://bruntworkwear.com/)
2. [bruntworkwear.com (Careers)](https://bruntworkwear.com/pages/brunts-careers)
3. [linkedin.com](https://www.linkedin.com/company/brunt-workwear)
4. [builtin.com](https://builtin.com/company/brunt-workwear)
5. [pitchbook.com](https://pitchbook.com/profiles/company/437356-72)

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