PARTS ASSISTANT

Paycom; Catoosa (OK); On-site; USD 28,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

Vermeer Great Plains in Oklahoma is seeking a Parts Assistant to support the Parts Manager and Specialists, identify parts, manage stock, and service customers in a busy retail setting.

Applicants should have a High School diploma or GED, be proficient with PC software, and able to lift up to 50 lbs. Overtime may be required; strong teamwork and customer focus are essential.

Qualifications

• Must be committed to company mission and values.
• Strong PC proficiency with Windows and Office; CDK a plus.
• Highly organized with excellent customer service.
• Ability to communicate clearly, both verbally and in writing.
• Demonstrated safe work habits and professionalism.
• Able to adapt to customers, suppliers and colleagues.
• Professional, ethical, reliable with minimal supervision.
• May be required to lift up to 50 lbs and stand for long periods.
• Overtime and weekend work may be needed.

Responsibilities

• Assist customers by using parts catalogs and price items.
• Provide general administrative support in the Parts Department.
• Ensure parts are stocked and ready for purchase.
• Receive, ship and store parts; manage timely delivery.
• Pick up and deliver parts for customers and vendors.
• Maintain the retail floor and displays to meet standards.
• Maintain positive relations with peers, management, and customers.
• Stay current with industry trends and skills; participate in development plans.
• Follow safety rules and company policies; perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

PC proficiency

MS Windows

MS Office

CDK

Organizational skills

Customer service

Verbal communication

Written communication

Professionalism

Physical stamina

Education

High School diploma/GED

Tools

CDK

MS Office

MS Windows

Job description

Job Details: Job Location: Catoosa - Catoosa, OK 74015, Position Type: Full Time, Education Level: High School Diploma, Travel Percentage: None, Job Shift: Day, Job Category: Retail, Position Title: Parts Assistant

Department: Parts

Reports To: Parts Manager

Vermeer Great Plains – 100% EMPLOYEE-OWNED COMPANY

An authorized distributor for Vermeer equipment in Kansas, Oklahoma, and Western Missouri with five branch locations across the region. A 100% employee-owned company, we provide dedicated sales, rentals, parts, and service support for customers in the tree care, landscaping, wood waste, organic recycling, underground construction, and mining industries.

POSITION FUNCTION:

The Parts Assistant will assist the Parts Manager and Parts Specialists in maintaining a smooth running, efficient department by performing tasks and learning the basics of the industry.

ESSENTIAL PERFORMANCE RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Assist customers by using parts catalogs, computer, price items or print tickets to properly identify items needed
• Provide general assistance around the Parts Department, including administrative and technical tasks
• Ensure all parts are stocked, placed appropriately and ready for purchase
• Receive, ship and store parts as needed ensuring internal and external customers receive the correct parts in a timely manner
• Pick up and deliver parts for customers and vendors as needed
• Assist in maintaining the retail sales floor and displays to meet or exceed the dealerships standards by setting up merchandise for display and ensuring customer satisfaction by keeping Parts Department clean and professional
• Maintain a positive and professional working relationship with peers, management and support resources with a constant commitment to teamwork and exemplary customer service
• Stay current with the latest trends, standards, and skills required within your field and industry by continuously developing through your Individual Development Plans, etc.
• Follow all safety rules and regulations while performing work assignments and adhere to policies and procedures as specified in company manuals and as directed in the employee handbook
• Other duties as assigned

Measure of success determined by established company guidelines, including but not limited to ability to perform the above mentioned duties, feedback from customers, ability to take guidance and direction from Manager professionally, and execute upon such feedback.

Qualifications: KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES:

• Must be committed to and take a pro-active approach to our Company Mission, Vision and Values
• Strong PC proficiency with MS Windows and MS Office Suite, CDK a plus
• Strong organizational skills
• High degree of customer service to both internal and external customers
• Demonstrated safe work habits
• Strong ability to adapt to the people and environment around them - customers, suppliers, co-workers and manufacturer's employees
• Ability to conduct yourself in a professional, ethical and reliable manner with minimal supervision
• Strong verbal and written communication skills in order to communicate professionally, respectfully and honestly at all times
• Must be able to lift/push/pull up to at least 50 lbs, stand, walk, use hands and fingers, handle, feel, reach with hands and arms, stoop, kneel, crouch or crawl, talk and hear
• Must be able to work overtime and/or weekends as needed

QUALIFICATIONS:

• High School diploma/GED or vocational training/certification and 1 year of experience in same or similar industry/position; or equivalent combination of education and experience required
• Must be at least 18 years of age or older
• Must have a valid unrestricted Driver’s License and ability to maintain one throughout employment
• Background check, pre-employment drug testing and clean driving record required

FLSA status: Non-exempt

EOE

The above noted job description is not intended to describe, in detail, the multitude of tasks that may be assigned but rather to give a general sense of responsibilities and expectations of position. As the nature of business demands change so, too, may the essential functions of this position.