Counter Sales Specialist – Hydraulic & Industrial Hose

Stuart Hose & Pipe Co.; Fort Worth (TX); On-site; USD 25,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits

Dental benefits

Vision benefits

401(k)

Paid time off

Holidays

Day shift

Job summary

Stuart Hose & Pipe Co. in Fort Worth, TX, is seeking an experienced Counter Sales Specialist to assist walk-in and call-in customers, identify the right hose, fittings, and accessories, and coordinate orders from start to finish.

You will fabricate and test assemblies, manage lead times, and work with ERP/ POS systems while standing for long periods in a fast-paced branch environment. This role offers day shifts and comprehensive benefits.

Qualifications

• Direct experience in hydraulic and industrial hose assembly, crimping, and fitting identification.
• Strong knowledge of thread types and hose construction.
• Ability to read calipers and measurement tools accurately.
• Comfortable using ERP/POS software for orders and quotes.
• Able to stand, lift up to 50 lbs, and work safely in a shop.

Responsibilities

• Greet walk-in customers and take orders, recommending parts.
• Fabricate and assemble hose assemblies per specs and standards.
• Identify thread types and source correct components.
• Enter tickets, quotes, and transfers in ERP; manage stock and lead times.
• Maintain clean, safe showroom and assist with inventory cycles.

Skills

Hydraulic hose assembly

Crimping

Fitting identification

Thread types knowledge

Hose construction

Inventory awareness

ERP/POS software

Calipers reading

Physical stamina

Communication skills

Tools

ERP software

POS software

Job description

Stuart Hose & Pipe, a SunSource company, is the leading hose and pipe distributer in the Southwest with over 70,000 in-stock products. We service a vast range of markets including Oil & Gas, Petrochem, Industrial, Food & Beverage, Construction, Agriculture and many more. www.stuarthose.com

Stuart Hose & Pipe is looking for an experienced, hands-on Counter Sales Specialist to join our team. We don’t just take orders at the counter; we solve problems for contractors, fleet operators, manufacturing plants, and field technicians who need reliable solutions fast.

In this role, you will be the direct face of our branch, helping walk-in and call-in customers identify the right components, fabricating custom assemblies, and managing orders from start to finish.

Key Responsibilities

• Customer Service & Sales: Greet walk-in customers, take incoming orders, clarify application requirements, and recommend the correct hose, fittings, adapters, and accessories
• Fabrication & Assembly: Build, crimp, cut, and test hydraulic and industrial hose assemblies to customer specifications and industry standards
• Identification & Sourcing: Measure and identify thread types (NPT, JIC, ORFS, metric, BSPP, etc.), flange patterns, hose specs, and pressure ratings on sample parts brought in by customers
• Order Management & ERP: Enter counter tickets, quotes, and transfers accurately using our ERP system; check stock availability and manage lead times
• Warehouse & Inventory Support: Assist with restocking counter bins, cycle counts, receiving inbound transfers, and maintaining a clean, safe assembly and showroom area

Required Qualifications

• Direct Experience: Proven hands‑on experience in hydraulic and industrial hose assembly, crimping, and fitting identification
• Technical Knowledge: Strong working knowledge of thread types, hose construction, pressure ratings, and fluid conveyance applications
• Mechanical Aptitude: Ability to read calipers, thread pitch gauges, tape measures, and crimp spec charts accurately
• Computer Skills: Comfortable learning and navigating point-of-sale / ERP software for order entry, inventory lookups, and quoting
• Physical Requirements: Ability to stand on your feet throughout the day, lift up to 50 lbs, and work with shop fabrication machinery safely
• Work Ethic: Strong communication skills, dependable attendance, and a problem‑solving mindset under fast‑paced counter conditions

Preferred Qualifications

• Previous experience in fluid power distribution, industrial supply, or heavy equipment parts counters
• Bilingual (English / Spanish) is a plus

What We Offer

• Competitive hourly pay based on technical experience
• Comprehensive benefits package (Medical, Dental, Vision)
• 401(k)
• Paid time off and company‑paid holidays
• Stable, day‑shift operating hours (Monday – Friday, 1/2 day on Saturday every other week)
• Built‑in guaranteed weekly Overtime hours

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