Parts Technician

Western Star Trucks; Alberta; On-site; CAD 30,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading truck dealership in Alberta is looking for a Parts Technician 3rd year apprentice - Journey Person. You will be responsible for order processing, inventory control, and delivering exceptional customer service. Ideal candidates should have at least 3 years of parts experience and strong customer service skills. Join a supportive work environment with competitive compensation and benefits.

Benefits

Health, Dental, Vision, Life & Disability Benefits

RRSP / TFSA Matching

Safety Allowance

Eye Safe Program

Employee Discounts

Career Development Opportunities

Fun and Inclusive Culture

Qualifications

• Must be a minimum of 2nd year completion in the Apprentice Program.
• Experience with Parts for at least 3 years is required.
• Excellent customer service skills are essential.

Responsibilities

• Process orders, receive and ship parts.
• Answer phone calls for sales and pricing queries.
• Provide high-level service to customers.
• Maintain clean and organized work environment.

Skills

Customer Service Skills

Sales Driven

Organized

Self-Motivated

Ability to Multi-task

Education

2nd Year Completion in the Apprentice Program

3 Years of Parts Experience

Tools

Forklift

Job description

POSITION TITLE:

Parts Technician 3rd year apprentice - Journey Person

DEPARTMENT:

Parts – Acheson

SUMMARY:

At Western Star Trucks North, we believe truck drivers are essential in keeping our world moving - it’s why we’ve dedicated our business to helping others succeed.

We are a full-service heavy-duty truck dealership, offering new truck sales, parts, service, and body shop work. What started out as a family-owned and operated business all the way back in 1987 has now grown to a group of companies with dealerships with 3 main cities in Northern Alberta.

We believe in building relationships with our customers and getting to know their unique needs. We’re big on communication, keeping our customers and co-workers in the loop every step of the way. And finally, we give a damn. We want our customers to know we care about them and their truck, every step of the way.

Western Star Trucks (North) Ltd. believes in hiring and retaining the best by offering a positive open work environment, Competitive Compensation.

Health, Dental, Vision, Life & Disability Benefits including RRSP / TFSA Matching.

Safety Allowance, Eye Safe Program and various employee discounts.

Opportunities for career development, and of course a Fun and inclusive culture!

Due to continual growth, we are on the search for Parts Technicians who will be responsible for ordering, warehousing, inventory control, price quoting, and sales of parts while providing exceptional customer service!

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Responsible for daily processing of orders, receiving and shipping duties
• Answer phone calls in a timely and appropriate manner to provide sale, price quote, and other information
• Provide a high level of service to internal and external customers. Communicate with and support other dealership personnel and departments in a professional and efficient manner
• Memory requirement for product codes and placement within the warehouse
• Pull and fill orders from stock
• Notifies parts administrator of out-of-stock parts or shop materials that need immediate attention
• Operate non-powered material handling equipment (dollies, pallet jacks, etc.)
• Responsible for cores, warranties and new part returns as per department policies and procedures with the support of the department manager
• Participate in all training and development programs that are made available and attend all department meetings
• Report all safety concerns and incidents to your Supervisor / Manager
• Maintain a professional appearance and strong work ethic
• Assist in maintaining Elite Support certificationAll areas of the department are clean, organized, and safeShine maps are relevant and up to date5S audits are completed monthlyCultivate a continuous improvement culture
• Other duties as required

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Minimum of 2nd year completion in the Apprentice Program
• Minimum 3 years of Parts experience
• Ability to work independently and as a team player
• Ability to multi-task while working in a fast-paced environment
• Ability to work flexible hours to accommodate department demands
• Ability to lift to approx. 60 Lbs.
• Able to operate a forklift is an asset
• Able to stand for long periods of time
• Excellent Customer Service Skills
• Must be sales driven, organized, and self-motivated