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Retail jobs in Houston are concentrated in Galleria, Midtown, and the Heights, with strong demand across specialty retail, luxury goods, and big-box stores. Employers actively hiring right now include Woodforest National Bank, Bath & Body Works, and Macy's. See the openings below and apply to the ones that match your experience.
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As a Customer Service Associate, you combine top-notch customer service skills with genuine care for people to help customers feel comfortable while shopping at Lowe's. This is an excellent role for those who want to engage with customers and help them solve their home improvement challenges.
How We Support You
Whether you need a part-time position or a place to plant yourself and grow, Lowe's is ready to support your goals. As a Lowe's associate, you'll gain access to many benefits beyond competitive pay and flexible schedules.
- Make your well-being a priority with multiple top-tier health insurance options.
- Explore educational opportunities with Lowe's tuition assistance program.
- Take charge of your financial future with a company-matching 401(k) and optional Employee Stock Purchase Program.
- Gain extra savings with a 10% Associate Discount.
- Learn new trade skills with our Track to the Trades program.
Your Day at Lowe's
As a Customer Service Associate, you will welcome customers to Lowe's and help them find the right products and services for their home improvement needs. You will interact with customers throughout the day, help them find and select products, occasionally load merchandise, and ensure all customer needs are met.
While you will spend most of your time listening to customers, answering questions, and organizing merchandise, your daily responsibilities may vary by department.
Customer Service Associates work in one of the following departments, based on hiring needs and skillsets: Appliances, Cabinets, Flooring, Live Nursery, Inside Garden, Hardware, Tools, Millwork, Building Materials, Plumbing, Electrical, Paint, Home Décor, Tool Rental, or Pro Services.
Key Responsibilities
- Welcome customers to Lowe's, answer questions, and deliver friendly and professional customer service.
- Assist customers with locating and handling merchandise
- Down stock merchandise by looking for empty areas on shelves and replenishing supplies
- Process orders and deliveries accurately so customers receive merchandise as expected and on time
- Cross-functionally train in other areas of the store to help deliver the best customer service
- Prepare merchandise in your department based on customer needs (e.g., tint and mix paint, cut and thread pipe, cut and bundle wood, cut drywall, cut blinds)
- Guide customers through shopping or checkout
- Complete other duties as assigned
Minimum Qualifications
- 6 Months Experience using a computer, including inputting, accessing, modifying, or outputting information
- 6 Months Experience using common retail technology, such as smart phones and tablets
- Reading, writing, and performing basic arithmetic (addition and subtraction)
- Able to perform duties that may require prolonged standing, sitting, and other activities necessary to perform job duties
- Minimally lift 25lbs unassisted or over 25lbs with or without an accommodation
Preferred Qualifications
- 6 months of Retail and/or customer service experience
- Bi-lingual skills
- Certification in trade related to department (e.g., hardware, kitchen, plumbing, electrical, lawn and garden, and lumber/building materials)
Lowe's commitment to growth and teamwork extends to the community as well. To better equip our stores and serve our communities, we strongly encourage bilingual, military, and veteran talent to apply and join our team.
Travel Requirements
This role does not require regular travel; however, this role may need to travel occasionally to meetings, training, or to support neighboring stores.
Working Conditions
Environmental factors vary by location. You may be working in both inside and outside weather conditions. Exposure to varying climates, including extreme heat or cold, wet, damp, humid, windy, or drafty conditions, is possible. You may be exposed to constant or intermittent noises in addition to moving or shaking objects and equipment.
Lifting methods vary based on role, weight, and volume. Associates must follow guidelines, limiting single lifts to 75 pounds. Team lifts are used minimally starting at 75 pounds or when needed. Powered equipment should be used as required, with proper training or assistance from a trained coworker.
About Lowe's
Lowe's Companies, Inc. (NYSE: LOW) is a FORTUNE® 100 home improvement company serving approximately 16 million customer transactions a week, with total fiscal year 2024 sales of more than $83 billion. Lowe’s employs approximately 300,000 associates and operates over 1,700 home improvement stores, 530 branches and 130 distribution centers. Based in Mooresville, N.C., Lowe's supports the communities it serves through programs focused on creating safe, affordable housing, improving community spaces, helping to develop the next generation of skilled trade experts and providing disaster relief to communities in need. For more information, visit Lowes.com.
About Lowe’s
Lowe's Companies, Inc. (NYSE: LOW) is a FORTUNE® 100 home improvement company serving approximately 16 million customer transactions a week, with total fiscal year 2025 sales of more than $86 billion. Lowe's employs approximately 300,000 associates and operates over 1,700 home improvement stores, 530 branches and 130 distribution centers. Based in Mooresville, N.C., Lowe's supports the communities it serves through programs focused on creating safe, affordable housing, improving community spaces, helping to develop the next generation of skilled trade experts and providing disaster relief to communities in need. For more information, visit Lowes.com.
Lowe’s is an equal opportunity employer and administers all personnel practices without regard to race, color, religious creed, sex, gender, age, ancestry, national origin, mental or physical disability or medical condition, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital status, military or veteran status, genetic information, or any other category protected under federal, state, or local law.
Starting rate of pay may vary based on factors including, but not limited to, position offered, location, education, training, and/or experience. For information regarding our benefit programs and eligibility, please visit https://talent.lowes.com/us/en/benefits.See All 232+ Retail Jobs in Houston
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Who's Hiring
- Woodforest National Bank20

- Bath & Body Works18

- Macy's15

- Spec's Family Partners12

- First Cash11

Top Industries Hiring
- Banking & Financial Services
- Music
- Energy
- Retail
- Education
Retail Jobs in Houston: Frequently Asked Questions
How do I get a retail job in Houston?
Start by targeting Houston's highest-density retail corridors: the Galleria, River Oaks District, and Katy and Sugar Land for big-box and outlet hiring. Specialty retail, luxury goods, and grocery chains hire consistently throughout the year here. Candidates who demonstrate customer service experience, bilingual skills in English and Spanish, and availability for weekend and holiday shifts stand out most in Houston's competitive retail market.
Which companies hire retails in Houston?
Houston retail roles are posted by Woodforest National Bank, Bath & Body Works, and Macy's and others right now, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of July 2026. Houston's mix of upscale shopping centers, national big-box anchors, and a strong independent specialty retail scene means employers range from global chains to locally rooted boutique operators.
Are there remote retail jobs in Houston?
Yes, though remote work is rare in customer-facing retail roles and more common in analytical or desk-based retail functions like buying, merchandising, and e-commerce. About 6% of retail openings tied to Houston are remote or hybrid as of July 2026, concentrated in corporate retail support roles. Houston-based regional headquarters for national chains are the most likely source of those hybrid opportunities.
How can I get a retail job in Houston with little or no experience?
The most realistic entry point in Houston is seasonal or part-time hiring at large-format retailers in the Katy, Memorial City, and Galleria areas, which regularly onboard candidates with no prior retail background. Entry roles like sales associate, stock associate, and cashier open doors to department leads and shift supervisor positions. Bilingual candidates and those with flexible scheduling have a clear edge with Houston employers year-round.
Which industries hire the most retails in Houston?
Most retail openings in Houston sit in Banking & Financial Services, Music, and Energy, per current listings on Migrate Mate as of July 2026. Houston's large energy workforce, medical center concentration, and status as a major port city sustain consistent consumer spending that keeps retail demand across these sectors strong throughout the year.
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