Parts Administrator, Heavy

Altorfer Inc; Cedar Rapids (IA); On-site; USD 36,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

Altorfer Inc in Cedar Rapids, IA, seeks a Parts Administrator, Heavy to support the front counter and back-office operations. You will track orders, route calls, assist with vendor purchases, and help customers with parts pickups and billing.

The role requires strong computer skills (Word, Excel, Outlook), good communication, ability to lift 75 lbs, and a high school diploma. The position offers regular hours, a team-oriented environment, and opportunities to grow within the Heavy division.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent is required.
• Must be able to lift 75 lbs.
• Previous parts counter selling or consulting experience is a plus.
• Familiar with Word, Excel, Outlook and Microsoft Teams is helpful.

Responsibilities

• Customer and internal order tracking.
• Customer call routing
• Process vendors purchasing.
• Assist with customer parts counter sales pickup and bill payment.
• Manage cash transactions and accounting.
• Contribute to the overall positive customer service of the front counter.
• Other duties as assigned

Skills

Customer service mindset

Time management

Attention to detail

Communication skills

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Tools

Word

Excel

Outlook

Microsoft Teams

Adobe Acrobat

Job description

Parts Administrator, Heavy

Req No. 2026-5762

Category Administrative/Clerical

Location US-IA-Cedar Rapids

Type Regular Full-Time

Union or Non-Union Non-Union

Division Heavy

Company Altorfer Inc

Working Hours/Days

8:00 - 4:30 Monday - Friday 8:00 - 12:00 Saturday - Occasionally

Basic Duties

• Customer and internal order tracking.


• Customer call routing


• Process vendors purchasing.


• Assist with customer parts counter sales pickup and bill payment.


• Manage cash transactions and accounting.


• Contribute to the overall positive customer service of the front counter.


• Other duties as assigned

Qualifications

• Previous parts counter selling or consulting experience a plus.


• Must be a self-starter with good time management, planning, and organizational skills with a commitment to detail.


• Must have a positive attitude and excellent customer service skills.


• Strong computer skills required and familiar with programs such as: Word, Excel and Outlook, Microsoft Teams, Adobe Acrobat.


• Excellent communication skills (written, e-mail, and verbal) are necessary.


• Good phone answering skills: prior operator experience


• Must be able to handle general math calculations with money, weight measurement, volume, and distance.


• Able to lift 75 lbs.


• Must be able to work with minimal supervision.


• High School Diploma or equivalent is required.

Physical Requirements/Working Conditions

This position works in both office and warehouse environments. May, on a continuous basis sit at a desk for long periods of time, answer phone calls and write or use a keyboard to communicate through email. May on a continuous basis, walk, bend and lift up to 75 pounds. The wearing of approved safety equipment (i.e. safety glasses with side shields and steel toe footwear) is required. Noise level in the office is usually low and the noise level in the warehouse may range from low to moderate. Must be flexible during peak season working overtime as needed. Occasional local travel may be required. The physical demands described above are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform these functions.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.

Why Work for Altorfer?

At Altorfer, our iron is just the beginning. Our people make our company successful, and we would not be who we are without them. As a third generation, family-owned company created in 1957, we bring our values into how we do business. Everyone from technicians, sales representatives, administrative professionals, or somewhere in between is part of the \"A-Team\" and is crucial to our success. Here at Altorfer, we have over 35 locations and 1300 employees with long tenure for you to learn from. We have a collaborative, family valued culture, with a great reputation in the industry. A company that offers competitive pay, excellent benefits, and a remarkable team of people to work with.