Parts Specialist-2

O'Reilly Auto Parts; Clarkston (WA); On-site; USD 23,598 - 32,373; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) with employer contributions

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

Tuition educational assistance programs

Competitive wages and paid time off

Job summary

O'Reilly Auto Parts is looking for a Parts Specialist in Clarkston, WA, to provide exceptional customer service. Responsibilities include assisting retail and professional customers, processing transactions, and managing inventory. Ideal candidates will have automotive knowledge and the ability to multitask effectively. This role offers competitive pay, benefits, and opportunities for career growth.

Qualifications

• Ability to provide outstanding, friendly, and professional customer service.
• Must be able to multitask, handling customers on the phone and in the store at the same time.
• Familiar with automotive parts and cataloging.

Responsibilities

• Greet customers in a friendly manner and assist with merchandise selection.
• Maintain cash drawer and process transactions accurately.
• Assist with operational tasks and inventory management.
• Drive delivery vehicle as needed based on business requirements.

Skills

Customer service skills

Multitasking ability

Ability to match alphanumeric sequences

Fluency in Spanish

Job description

Compensation Pay Range

$17.13 - $23.50

The actual hourly rate will equal or exceed the minimum wage applicable to the job location. Additional compensation includes annual and quarterly performance bonuses. Premiums may be paid in amounts ranging per hour in specific circumstances. Premiums may be based on schedule, facility, season, or specific work performed. Multiple premiums may apply if applicable criteria are met.

The Parts Specialist will provide all retail and installer customers with a high level of service. This position will also support store management in the accomplishment of assigned tasks.

Bilingual candidates encouraged to apply.

Essential Job Functions

• Follow and promote all company customer service programs, i.e. Hi‑5, Low Price Guarantee, Rock the Call, Related Selling, Rock the Lot, etc.
• Promptly greet retail/walk‑in customers in a friendly, courteous manner and assist them in their selection of merchandise.
• Assist managers and/or installer service specialists in serving professional customers as needed and directed.
• Complete assigned company training relevant to position.
• Provide excellent service to customers calling the store on the phone by answering all calls according to company policy, accurately looking up parts and quote prices, recommending premium and related items, and offering the Low‑Price Guarantee.
• Accurately maintain and secure the cash drawer, accept cash and checks, make accurate change, and process credit card transactions.
• Process exchanges and returns for credit in a friendly manner, in accordance with company policies and procedures.
• Address and resolve customer complaints in a friendly manner.
• Assist with the completion of daily image maker and planogram updates, including freight receival, stocking shelves, fronting and facing, cleaning, etc.
• Perform various daily operational tasks, e.g., prepare new, core, and warranty merchandise returns to be shipped to the distribution center, assist with monthly stock adjustments, inventory cycle counts, etc.
• Operate brake lathe and other store test equipment after corresponding training is completed and company requirements are met.
• Perform various in‑store services for customers (where state and local laws allow), such as installing wipers, testing and charging batteries, testing charging systems, scanning vehicle trouble codes, and replacing headlight capsules.
• Occasionally drive a delivery vehicle to make deliveries—Driving record must meet the company mandated driving eligibility requirements—when business needs dictate.
• All other duties as assigned.

Skills / Education / Knowledge / Experience / Abilities

Required:

• Ability to quickly match alphanumeric sequences.
• Ability to provide outstanding, friendly, and professional customer service.
• Must be able to multitask, handling customers on the phone and in the store at the same time.

Desired:

• Familiar with automotive parts, cataloging, WER (weatherly index system), and automotive sales or service.
• ASE certification.
• Fluency in multiple languages (Spanish is highly desired).

Total Compensation Package

• Competitive wages & paid time off.
• Stock purchase plan & 401(k) with employer contributions starting day one.
• Medical, dental, & vision insurance with optional flexible spending account (FSA).
• Team member health/wellbeing programs.
• Tuition educational assistance programs.
• Opportunities for career growth.

O’Reilly Auto Parts is an equal opportunity employer.

The Company does not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin or ancestry (including immigration status or citizenship), sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, pregnancy (including childbirth, lactation, and related medical conditions), age (40 and over), veteran status, uniformed service member status, physical or mental disability, genetic information (including testing or characteristics), or another protected status as defined by local, state, or federal law, as applicable.

Qualified individuals with a disability may be entitled to reasonable accommodation under the Americans with Disabilities Act. If you require a reasonable accommodation during the application or employment process, please send an email to: [e-mail] or call (800) 471‑7431 option 1, and provide your requested accommodation and position details.