These workers may experience eye and muscle strain, backaches, headaches, and repetitive motion injuries. Many order clerks work regular business hours, although many are part time. Order clerks in retail establishments may work overtime during busy periods, especially around the winter holidays. Some clerks work nights, weekends, and holidays. This is particularly true of catalog order clerks.
Wages vary with level of training, experience and location.
Entry level wages may be lower. Salaries of order clerks vary. Region of the country, size of city, and type and size of employer all influence salary levels. The level of industry or technical expertise required may affect salary. In addition to their salary, order clerks receive benefits.