Salesperson/Store Driver Store 8184

Advance Auto Parts; Arvada (CO); On-site; USD 21,972 - 23,350; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Entry-level opportunities

Flexible working hours

Job summary

A leading auto parts retailer is hiring an entry-level Salesperson in Arvada, Colorado. This role involves assisting customers with purchases, providing DIY services such as battery installations, and maintaining inventory. Candidates should have strong communication skills and a basic knowledge of automotive parts. This entry-level position offers flexibility in hours and competitive hourly pay ranging from $15.95 to $16.95. Benefits may include certifications, licenses, and ongoing training.

Qualifications

• Speak and write English (Spanish a plus).
• Read and interpret safety rules and operating instructions.
• Use basic math accurately.
• Work flexible hours as needed.

Responsibilities

• Provide an excellent sales experience for customers.
• Deliver DIY services including installations and tests.
• Maintain store cleanliness and inventory standards.

Skills

Basic driving and navigation ability

Friendly communication and interpersonal skills

Parts and automotive system knowledge

Ability to use a delivery board system

Ability to locate and stock parts efficiently

Proficiency in operating inventory systems

Expertise in testing and diagnostic equipment

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Job Description

Advance Auto Parts is hiring for two entry‑level positions: Salesperson and Store Driver. Each role supports our DIY business and commercial customer service, and can be part‑time or full‑time. Fleet safety certification is preferred for both roles.

Salesperson – Role Overview

The Salesperson helps store customers with in‑store and phone purchases, provides DIY services (battery installation, testing, wiper installs, etc.), and supports inventory and operational standards.

Primary Responsibilities

• Provide an excellent selling experience for DIY customer visits and phone calls.
• Achieve personal sales goals and assist the store in meeting its sales objectives.
• Deliver DIY services, including battery installation, testing, wiper installs, and related tasks.
• Maintain store product and operational standards.
• Perform inventory processes such as truck putaway, shoot‑outs, cycle counts, and back‑stock management.

Secondary Responsibilities

• Maintain store cleanliness, including floors, bathrooms, facing, dusting, and parking lot.
• General stocking, including truck stocking and back‑stock.
• Safely deliver parts to customers as needed.

Success Factors

• Basic driving and navigation ability.
• Ability to use a delivery board system.
• Friendly communication and strong interpersonal skills.
• Ability to locate and stock parts efficiently.
• Knowledge of safety practices and procedures.
• Proficiency in operating inventory systems and store equipment.
• Parts and automotive system knowledge.
• Experience with POS and parts lookup systems.
• Expertise in testing and diagnostic equipment for DIY services.

Essential Job Skills

• Speak and write English (Spanish a plus); communicate effectively and build strong relationships with customers, peers, and management.
• Read and interpret safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, parts catalogs, and procedure manuals.
• Use basic math accurately (add, subtract, multiply, divide in all units of measure).
• Work an assortment of days, evenings, and weekends as needed.

Prior Experience

• 2‑3 years of successful sales experience in a diverse retail environment, providing superior customer experiences.

Store Driver – Role Overview

The Store Driver delivers parts to commercial customers, assists with inventory processes, and maintains store cleanliness. The position requires fleet safety certification.

Primary Responsibilities

• Safely deliver parts to customers as required.
• Pick and stage parts for customer orders.
• Pick up returns and cores.
• Drop off weekly/monthly sales flyers.
• Collect daily credit accounts.

Secondary Responsibilities

• Maintain store cleanliness, including floors, bathrooms, facing, dusting, and parking lot.
• General stocking, including truck stocking and back‑stock.

Success Factors

• Basic driving and navigation ability.
• Ability to use a delivery board system.
• Friendly communication and strong interpersonal skills.
• Ability to locate and stock parts efficiently.
• Knowledge of safety practices and procedures.
• Proficiency in operating inventory systems and store equipment.

Essential Job Skills

• Communicate effectively and build strong relationships with customers, peers, and management.
• Read and interpret safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, parts catalogs, and procedure manuals.
• Use basic math accurately (add, subtract, multiply, divide in all units of measure).
• Work an assortment of days, evenings, and weekends as needed.

Prior Experience

• Automotive parts experience is preferred.
• Certificates, licenses, and registrations are beneficial.
• Must have a valid driver's license and be fleet safety certified.

Physical Demands

The employee will predominantly be walking or standing. They must be able to handle, reach, climb, and lift up to 50 pounds frequently and up to 100 pounds occasionally. Vision requirements include close and distance vision, color vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus.

Work Environment

The work environment includes indoor storage areas and occasionally outdoor exposure to various weather conditions during tasks such as battery and wiper blade installation. The employee may be exposed to moving mechanical parts, high and precarious places, toxic or caustic chemicals, electrical shock, explosives, and vibration. Noise is usually moderate.

Compensation Range

15.95 USD PER HOUR - 16.95 USD PER HOUR

Benefits Information

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Seniority Level

Entry level

Employment Type

Full‑time

Job Function

Sales and Business Development

Industries

Motor Vehicle Manufacturing and Retail