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Retail Merchandising & Display Technician

Channel Partners, LLC, Charleston, SC, United States


At A Glance
The purpose of the Retail Merchandising & Display Technician is to perform break/fix, installation, and ad hoc maintenance, in addition to general merchandising tasks. This role focuses on installing and maintaining retail displays and fixtures, completing planogram resets, troubleshooting and repairing issues, and contributing to our in-store prescription drug collection program. You’ll be a full-time employee with access to benefits, but your weekly hours will vary based on business needs. Some weeks may offer 40+ hours, while others could have fewer hours—or even no scheduled hours.

Here’s how we’ll support you consistently in this role:

Dedicated Field Manager

Paid training conducted virtually, online, and in-store

Instructional videos available through a user-friendly app, guiding you through each step

Virtual call center for live support

Take a look at our videos showcasing A Day in the Life of a Retail Merchandising Technician. Apply today and embark on a new career journey!

Minimum Pay
USD $20.00/Hr.

Maximum Pay
USD $20.00/Hr.

What We Offer

Competitive weekly pay and early wage access - get paid when you need it

Medical, Dental, Vision, & Supplemental Plan Options

Accrued vacation and sick time

401(k) with employer matching after 12 months

Paid required training (online, in-store)

Paid drive time and mileage between stores

Out of market travel pay (drive time, mileage, per diem, hotel)

Referral bonus

Tax savings with flexible spending accounts for parking, transit, dependent, and healthcare costs

Opportunity to work with a growing company that actively rewards and promotes its employees

What You’ll Do

Install and/or build displays, fixturing, and endcaps, involving the setup of security, cabling, wiring, monitors/media players, and audio connectivity

Troubleshoot and resolve issues necessary to ensure displays are fully functional and meet maintenance requirements

Lead Teams on multi-rep projects. These projects could be full 8‑hour days and may require travel into the market (up to 120 miles)

Meet ad hoc maintenance requirements, which include:

Store service within 48-72 hours

Troubleshoot and repair display issues independently, ensuring they are fully functional using the parts provided

Travel up to 120 miles with paid drive time and mileage per company policy

Ability to occasionally travel overnight is required

Available to work a minimum of 32 hours per week, with the potential to increase to 40–50+ hours based on business needs. Standard schedule is Monday through Friday, starting at 8:00 a.m., with occasional weekend assignments

Any hours exceeding 40 in a workweek will be communicated in advance by leadership, to the extent possible. All hours and shifts comply with state and local requirements for wages, hours, overtime, and rest break guidelines

Report the status of each store visit accurately to show success in achieving objectives

Perform essential merchandising functions, including planogram resets, POP updates, and maintaining correct pricing and signage

Build in-store relationships

Participate actively in weekly conference calls

Complete administrative tasks, including but not limited to scheduling reports within 24 hours of program launch, entering data/reports same day, and reporting visits by project end date

Other tasks as requested by management

Prescription Drug Collection Duties:

Facilitate the collection of prescription drugs that have been placed in the store’s designated drug take-back containers by placing a provided zip tie on the bag and placing it in a holding area in the store

In-store interactions will only be with the pharmacist and/or store leadership

What You’ll Bring
Experience and Education:

High school diploma or equivalent required

Experience in building displays, fixturing, monitor cabling/connectivity

Experience using tools required to maintain displays

Experience in troubleshooting and fixing display issues, i.e., light fixtures, malfunctioning buttons, computer/tablet/Smartphone demo‑related issues, software reboots, electronic component connectivity, etc.

Skills and Attributes:

Must have good verbal and written communication skills

Detail‑oriented and highly organized

Ability to independently manage an account base

Able to read schematics and correctly connect components

Always display a professional demeanor

Must be proficient in using a personal Smartphone/Tablet with GPS functionality to upload photos, report assignment data, reference documents while in‑store, and schedule visits

Ability to drive on behalf of the company in compliance with company guidelines, with access to reliable transportation

Must commit to complete the market area’s minimum weekly or special project hours request

Must have a basic toolkit

A basic toolkit includes a multi‑screwdriver, torx security bit set, hammer, cordless drill, allen wrench, box cutter, rubber mallet, socket set, needle nose pliers, precision wire cutters, crescent wrench, easy off, putty knife, microfiber cleaning cloth, and goo gone

Complete/Pass required (break‑fix and ad‑hoc) paid training requirements, as well as one‑off project training, before conducting visits

Physical Requirements:

Regularly stand, walk, bend over, reach overhead, crouch, kneel, balance, grasp, push or pull, talk and/or hear, and drive

Always lift and carry supplies into the store up to 10 pounds

Regularly lift and carry up to 40 pounds

Frequently lift and carry up to 25 pounds

Occasionally lift up to 100 pounds with support from a 2nd person

Work 8 hour resets when necessary

Climb a ladder more than 10ft tall

Continuous hand/eye coordination and fine manipulation

Complete/pass certification (online and in‑store) in Best Buy to use machines such as Big Joe/Little Joe and possibly forklifts.

Occasionally travel via flight or other modes of transportation

Important Information
Channel Partners Solutions is an equal opportunity employer in every aspect of employment, including but not limited to; selection, training, development and promotion of the most qualified candidates and employees without regard to their race, gender, color, religion, sexual orientation, national origin, age, physical or mental disability, citizenship status, veteran status, or any other characteristic prohibited by state or local law. Channel Partners is an at‑will employer.

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