There is a reason why they are always hiring. - Senior Customer Advocate Sears Employee Review

2.0
Aug 1, 2013
Recommend
CEO approval
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Pros

Employee discount and casual attire. Fro, what I understand, as long as you are always on time and come in as scheduled, you will never get fired even if your performance is poor.

Cons

Parking, 30 minute lunch and one 15 minute break for a 71/2 hour shift, inadequate training, definitely a place where sucking up pays off.

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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
CEO approval
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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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