Parts Associate

Peterson Cat; San Leandro (CA); On-site; USD 40,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

Peterson Trucks, Inc. in San Leandro, CA is seeking an experienced Parts Associate to support internal customers and technicians.

The role focuses on coordinating parts, managing inventory levels for service work, and ensuring timely processing of repair orders. The ideal candidate will have an associate degree in business or related field, 2+ years in parts or sales, and preferably automotive/heavy‑duty truck experience.

Qualifications

• Associates Degree from a fully accredited college in Business Administration or related field with a minimum of two years of experience in parts or sales.
• Automotive or heavy‑duty truck experience is highly desirable.
• Valid driver’s license and satisfactory driving record.

Responsibilities

• Answer internal customer requests and sell parts as needed.
• Generate invoices for repair orders and coordinate with technicians on parts.
• Maintain optimal Idealease parts inventory levels.
• Input parts for Idealease repair orders into CDK.
• Research, source, and acquire parts for Idealease locations including San Leandro and nearby locations.
• Process NexPart orders for service trucks.
• Maintain punctual, regular attendance and timely order processing.

Skills

Parts knowledge

Customer service

Communication

CDK experience

Education

Associate degree in Business Administration or related field

Tools

CDK

NexPart

Idealease systems

Job description

It’s your time, make it matter. At Peterson, we partner with our customers to build the future. For over 90 years, our peoples’ work has shaped the communities where we live, where we raise our families, and where we thrive. Peterson’s legacy permeates every aspect of our communities. From roads and bridges, back‑up power at hospitals, fire‑fighting, concerts and moving goods; we are everywhere you look. At Peterson, you don’t just have a career, you have a purpose.

It’s your time, make it matter. At Peterson, we partner with our customers to build the future. For over 90 years, our peoples’ work has shaped the communities where we live, where we raise our families, and where we thrive. Peterson’s legacy permeates every aspect of our communities. From roads and bridges, back‑up power at hospitals, fire‑fighting, concerts and moving goods; we are everywhere you look. At Peterson, you don’t just have a career, you have a purpose.

Job Description

Peterson Trucks has the immediate need for an experienced Parts Associate based at our San Leandro, CA location.

Summary

The Parts Associate is responsible for responding to internal customer requests, coordinating parts with technicians, managing parts inventory levels for service work, and ensuring timely processing of repair orders.

Essential Job Functions

The following reflects management’s definition of essential functions for this job but does not restrict the tasks that may be assigned. Management may assign or reassign the functions to this job at any time due to reasonable accommodation or other reasons. Job functions include the following. Other duties may be assigned.

• Answer and respond to requests from internal customers, selling parts to them when needed.
• Generate invoices for repair orders and coordinate with Idealease Technicians on parts needed.
• Ensure Idealease parts inventory is kept at optimal levels.
• Input all parts for Idealease repair orders into CDK.
• Research, source, and acquire parts for Idealease locations, including but not limited to the San Leandro, San Martin, and Santa Rosa locations.
• Turn around and close repair orders in a timely manner.
• Process NexPart orders for service trucks.
• Maintain punctual, regular, and predictable attendance.
• Issue parts purchase orders (PO’s) and pay invoices timely.
• Manage parts dollar inventories and audit for accuracy.
• Adjust parts cost in business system to match current pricing.
• Manage core process and returns.
• Pickup and deliver parts as needed.
• Process parts returns in accordance with Dealership.
• Operate personal or company vehicle as needed.

Qualifications

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily, safely and in alignment with Peterson’s core values. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

EDUCATION And/or EXPERIENCE

Associates Degree from a fully accredited college in Business Administration or other closely related field and a minimum of two (2) years of experience in parts or sales, preferably in a heavy industrial environment; or equivalent combination of education and experience.

Automotive or heavy‑duty truck experience is highly desirable.

CERTIFICATES, LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS

Maintain a valid driver’s license and satisfactory driving record

The pay hourly pay range for this position is: $28.85 - $33.00. We also offer a total compensation package in addition to base salary.

Peterson Trucks, Inc. is committed to equal employment opportunity and affirmative action. Minorities, females, veterans, and individuals with disabilities are encouraged to apply. A drug screen and background check is required.