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Geek Squad Agent (Retail Store) at Best Buy

Best Buy Albany, NY

Job Description

As a Geek Squad Agent, you'll be the first point of contact for people seeking technology support, knowledge and solutions for computers and other devices at our local Best Buy store. We'll provide the training and resources you need to assess customers' needs, perform basic services and partner with other agents as needed on more complex repairs. If family and friends go to you with their tech questions, this might be the perfect role for you.

What you'll do
  • Provide positive, timely service to customers during the check-in and checkout process
  • Understand technology issues by asking questions, listening, asking follow-up questions, taking detailed notes and providing accurate time estimates for next steps
  • Help customers set up new devices and provide advice on whether to repair or replace old devices
  • Monitor service queues and provide accurate status updates to customers
  • Maintain knowledge and skillsets through certified training courses
  • Clearly communicate and partner with fellow agents
Basic qualifications
  • 3 months of experience working in retail or customer service
  • Ability to work a flexible schedule, including holidays, nights and weekends
Preferred qualifications
  • Passion for technology and desire to solve problems
  • Ability to adapt and learn new skills in a fast-paced industry
What's in it for you

We're committed to helping our people thrive at work and at home. We offer generous benefits that address your total well-being and provide support as you need it, especially key moments in your life.

Our benefits include:
  • Competitive pay
  • Generous employee discount
  • Financial savings and retirement resources
  • Support for your physical and mental well-being
About us

As part of the Best Buy team, you'll help us fulfill our purpose to enrich lives through technology. We bring that to life every day by humanizing and personalizing tech solutions for every stage of life - in our stores, online and in customers' homes.

Our culture is built on deeply supporting and valuing our amazing employees who make it all possible. We're committed to being a great place to work, where you can unlock unique career possibilities. Above all, we aim to provide a place where you can bring your full, authentic self to work now and into the future. Tomorrow works here.

Best Buy is an equal opportunity employer.

Application deadline: Minimum of 5 days from the posting date. You can find that date above the job title at the top of the page.

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National salary averages
Expected mid-level
$96k
Entry
Mid
Senior
Expected

Senior roles pay 168% more than entry—experience is well rewarded.

Strong candidate leverage

High demand and responsive wages. Negotiate confidently on all fronts.

Hiring leverage
Candidate-favored
Wage leverage
Moderate
Mobility
Good mobility
Durability
Mostly durable

Who this leverage applies to

Stronger for: All experience levels, Remote-capable workers

Where to negotiate

Base salary
Sign-on bonus
Title / level
Remote flexibility
Scope & responsibility
Start date / PTO

Likely Possible Unlikely

Watch out for

26% self-employed: Traditional full-time roles may be scarcer.

Use competing offers and timing to your advantage.

Does this path compound?

Job Growth →
High churn
Growth, flat pay
🚀 Compound
Growth + pay upside
⚠️ Plateau
Limited growth
Specialize
Experts earn more
Pay Upside →
High turnover market

Many openings, but pay doesn't scale as much with experience.

+9%
10yr growth
26% work independently—freelance or consulting is viable.
A bachelor's degree is typically expected.
Typical: Bachelor's degree

Openings come from turnover, not new growth. Differentiate to advance.

Labor data: BLS 2024