Parts Specialist
O'Reilly Auto Parts
About the Role
The Parts Specialist will provide a high level of service to all retail and installer customers and support store management in assigned tasks.
Key Responsibilities
- Follow and promote company customer service programs.
- Greet retail/walk-in customers, assist them in merchandise selection.
- Assist managers and/or installer service specialists with professional customers.
- Complete assigned company training relevant to the position.
- Provide excellent service to customers calling the store, including looking up parts, quoting prices, recommending items, and offering the Low-Price Guarantee.
- Accurately maintain and secure the cash drawer, process payments, and make change.
- Process exchanges and returns according to company policies.
- Address and resolve customer complaints.
- Assist with daily operational tasks such as freight receival, stocking shelves, cleaning, etc.
- Prepare new, core, and warranty merchandise returns for shipment.
- Assist with monthly stock adjustments and inventory cycle counts.
- Operate brake lathe and other store test equipment after training.
- Perform various in-store services (where laws allow), such as installing wipers, testing batteries, and scanning vehicle trouble codes.
- Occasionally drive a delivery vehicle to make deliveries.
- Perform other duties as assigned.
Requirements & Tech Stack
- Ability to quickly match alphanumeric sequences.
- Ability to provide outstanding, friendly, and professional customer service.
- Ability to multitask, handling customers on the phone and in the store simultaneously.
- Bilingual candidates encouraged to apply.
- Fluency in multiple languages (Spanish is highly desired).
Qualifications
- Familiarity with automotive parts, cataloging, weatherly index system, and automotive sales or service is desired.
- ASE certification is desired.
- A driving record must meet company mandated driving eligibility requirements for delivery tasks.
Compensation
- Pay Range: $16.90 - $24.90 per hour.
- Actual hourly rate will equal or exceed the required minimum wage applicable to the job location.
- Additional compensation may include annual, quarterly performance, or premiums based on schedule, facility, season, or specific work performed.
Total Compensation Package
- Competitive Wages & Paid Time Off
- Stock Purchase Plan & 401k with Employer Contributions Starting Day One
- Medical, Dental, & Vision Insurance with Optional Flexible Spending Account (FSA)
- Team Member Health/Wellbeing Programs
- Tuition Educational Assistance Programs
- Opportunities for Career Growth