Parts Counterperson

Courtesy Chevrolet Inc.; San Diego (CA); On-site; USD 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid time off

Life insurance

Medical, dental, vision insurance

401(k) plan available

Employee vehicle purchase and service

Job summary

Courtesy Chevrolet Inc. in San Diego is seeking a Parts Clerk to assist customers with parts inquiries and purchases, identify and locate automotive parts, and process orders. You will support service staff, maintain accurate inventory, and help ensure smooth repair operations.

The role requires strong customer service, organization, and basic computer skills in a fast-paced dealership environment. Medical, dental, and 401(k) benefits are offered along with employee discounts.

Qualifications

• Experience with automotive parts and inventory processes.
• Strong customer service and communication skills.
• Familiarity with dealership software (CDK) preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assist customers with parts inquiries and purchases.
• Identify and locate automotive parts using catalogs and dealership software.
• Process parts orders, invoices, credits, and returns.
• Provide parts support to service technicians and advisors.
• Maintain inventory control and stocking procedures.
• Receive, inspect, and organize incoming parts shipments.
• Monitor backordered parts and update customers and staff.

Skills

Parts knowledge

Inventory proficiency

CDK experience

Customer service

Communication

Organization

Multitasking

Computer basics

Tools

CDK

Job description

Position Summary

Essential Duties And Responsibilities

• Assist retail, wholesale, and internal customers with parts inquiries and purchases.
• Accurately identify and locate automotive parts using manufacturer catalogs and dealership software.
• Process parts orders, invoices, credits, and returns.
• Provide parts support to service technicians and advisors to ensure efficient repair operations.
• Maintain proper inventory control and stocking procedures.
• Receive, inspect, and organize incoming parts shipments.
• Assist with cycle counts and inventory audits.
• Monitor backordered parts and communicate status updates to customers and dealership personnel.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and professional parts department.
• Promote accessories and additional parts sales opportunities when appropriate.
• Ensure accurate pricing and documentation of all transactions.
• Follow dealership policies, manufacturer requirements, and safety procedures.
• Perform other duties as assigned by management.

Qualifications

• Previous automotive parts experience required; dealership experience preferred.
• Strong knowledge of automotive parts, accessories, and inventory processes.
• Experience with CDK or other dealership management systems preferred.
• Excellent customer service and communication skills.
• Strong organizational and multitasking abilities.
• Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced environment.
• Basic computer proficiency required.

Physical Requirements

• Frequently stand, walk, bend, reach, and move throughout the workday.
• Ability to lift, carry, push, and pull parts weighing up to 50 pounds.
• Ability to retrieve parts from shelves, bins, and storage areas.
• Ability to work in a warehouse and dealership environment with varying temperatures.

Compensation & Benefits

• Competitive pay based on experience.
• Paid time off
• Company sponsored life insurance
• Medical, dental, vision, and supplemental insurance options.
• Paid time off and holidays.
• 401(k) plan available.
• Employee vehicle purchase and service discounts.

Courtesy Chevrolet is a family owned and operated dealership group with stores in CA and AZ. Since 1955 the business has been helping families, friends and customers find the car that will best meet their needs. This is a team that strives to be number one and puts the customer first.

We are an equal opportunity employer and prohibit discrimination/harassment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.