Parts Customer Service Specialist

Landscapers Supply; Pendleton (SC); On-site; USD 17,000 - 25,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Health/Dental Insurance

Paid time off

Paid holidays

401(k) matching

Employee discount

Professional development

Professional development

Advancement opportunities

Job summary

A landscaping supply company is seeking a Parts CSR in Pendleton, SC, to provide outstanding customer service and manage parts procurement for equipment repairs. Ideal candidates should have experience with equipment parts, strong communication skills, and the ability to stay organized in a fast-paced setting. This part-time position offers opportunities for professional development, a friendly work environment, and benefits like health insurance and employee discounts. Join an innovative team dedicated to enhancing customer satisfaction.

Qualifications

• Experience working with equipment parts and/or service operations.
• Ability to communicate clearly and professionally with customers and team members.
• Physical ability to lift 50–70 lbs and perform shop‑related tasks.
• Basic mechanical knowledge of engines or small equipment.
• Physically able to lift 50–70 lbs and perform shop tasks.

Responsibilities

• Serve as a primary point of contact for service customers.
• Procure, receive, and organize parts for repairs.
• Perform basic non‑technical service tasks and maintain a clean environment.
• Transfer parts between store locations and maintain accurate inventory.
• Match parts to repair orders and prepare equipment for technicians.
• Maintain a clean, safe shop environment and support training.

Skills

Customer service

Communication

Organizational skills

Mechanical knowledge

Mechanical knowledge

Physical stamina

Job description

Landscapers Supply, Inc.

Department: Service and Parts

Job Title: Parts CSR

Reports To: Store Manager

Part Time

Direct Reports: No

Salary/Wage: Based on Experience

About Landscapers Supply and Hardware (affiliated with ACE Hardware and True Value Hardware)

Are you an outdoor enthusiast? Do you love gardening, landscaping, or DIY home projects? At Landscapers Supply, we take pride in revolutionizing the traditional shopping experience for landscaping professionals, weekend warriors, and outdoor enthusiasts. Our stores offer a unique spin on traditional mom‑and‑pop hardware stores by providing a full line of commercial‑grade power equipment, bulk landscaping materials, and a full‑service power equipment shop. With multiple locations in the Upstate of South Carolina, we cater to homeowners and professionals alike who seek better quality, service, and selection.

Join the Landscapers Supply Team!

As part of our team, you share our values geared toward the ongoing success of our customers and fellow associates:

ICARE

• Integrity – Integrity First
• Committed – Committed to People
• Accountability – Accountability Mindset
• Results – Results
• Exceeds – Exceeds Expectations

Landscapers‑Supply strives to have the ICARE attitude Everyday!

Benefits (some benefits may vary based on FT / PT availability)

• Health/Dental Insurance
• Paid time off
• Paid holidays
• 401(k) matching
• Closed on Sundays
• Employee discount
• Professional development
• Opportunities for advancement

Position Summary

Our Parts & Service team plays a critical role in delivering an exceptional customer experience by ensuring timely repair turnaround, accurate parts procurement, and clear communication. This role supports smooth daily operations across both departments by coordinating workflow, assisting customers, and maintaining an organized, efficient shop and parts environment.

This role is an advanced position that requires excellent communication skills as well as technical skill to find or order the correct parts. You are supported by a Parts Specialist, whose expertise you can rely on to help with difficult situations.

Your ability to listen and help customers in a friendly and efficient way is key to your success. Your efficiency helps customers keep moving and reduces the wait time for other customers. You are also able to direct customers to other parts of the store for their non‑part needs. Customers will specifically remember you and how well you helped them.

Key Responsibilities

Customer Service & Communication

• Serve as a primary point of contact for service customers, providing clear, friendly, and professional communication throughout the repair process
• Assist customers at the parts counter by identifying needed parts, explaining features, processing orders, and providing guidance when substitutions are required.

Parts Department Responsibilities

• Procure, receive, stock, and organize parts needed for repairs and customer orders
• Transfer parts between store locations as needed
• Maintain accurate inventory through cycle counts and organization systems
• Assist Parts CSR team members with training, customer service, and parts lookup support.

Service Department Responsibilities

• Match incoming parts to repair orders and prepare equipment for technicians once parts are complete
• Perform basic non‑technical service tasks such as sharpening blades, repairing tires, or assembling equipment
• Maintain a clean, safe, and organized shop environment, including equipment areas and tool storage.

Operational Support

• Follow standard operating procedures for both service and parts functions to support organizational consistency
• Communicate backorders, delays, or additional service needs to the appropriate team members
• Assist with warranty claims, service documentation, and work order accuracy where applicable.

Qualifications

Required

• Experience working with equipment parts and/or service operations
• Ability to communicate clearly and professionally with customers and team members
• Ability to stay organized and calm in a fast‑paced environment
• Basic mechanical knowledge of engines, parts, or small equipment
• Physical ability to lift 50–70 lbs and perform shop‑related tasks

Preferred

• Previous experience in outdoor power/Lawn Mower equipment and Hand held equipment or related items
• Familiarity with parts lookup systems, vendor ordering processes, and equipment troubleshooting

Success Measures

Examples based on leadership guidance from Accuracy and timeliness of parts procurement

• Reduced repair turnaround times
• High customer satisfaction scores
• Effective communication between parts, service technicians, and management
• Organization and cleanliness of parts and shop areas
• Meeting departmental efficiency targets and KPIs