(USA) tire and Battery Service Advisor

Sam; Chino (CA); On-site; USD 28,929 - 39,950; Full time

Job summary

Sam's Club in Chino, CA is hiring for a full-time Tire & Battery Center associate. You will assist customers with tire and battery services, manage orders, and ensure safety and organization of the TBC area. The position requires commitment to excellent member service and operating with Sam’s Garage knowledge and warranty explanations.

Shifts may vary and the role offers competitive hourly pay between $21.00 and $29.00 per hour, with opportunities to grow within the club.

Responsibilities

• Maintains facility safety and standards by following safety policies, conducting safety sweeps, and reporting unsafe situations.
• Keeps the Tire and Battery Center sales floor organized, stocked, zoned, and merchandised per policy.
• Monitors tire and battery orders daily and assists members with installation appointments.
• Provides expert service, uses Sam’s Garage and product knowledge to recommend tires/batteries and explain warranties.
• Drives sales and service excellence by communicating value and collaborating with club associates.
• Triages and prioritizes service workflow to maximize efficiency.
• Demonstrates knowledge of safety, tire/battery guidelines, TPMS, and selling techniques.
• Uses digital tools and handheld devices to plan sales and improve the service experience.
• Acts as brand advocate, develops and guides team members.
• Fulfils vehicle service requests, tests, operates equipment safely, handles merchandise, and maintains records.
• Completes tasks by following policies and coordinating with managers and customers.
• Fosters belonging and teamwork to support a productive work environment.

Job description

Sam's Club #6610 3951 Grand Ave
Chino, CA 91710-5429

R-2585190

$21.00 - $29.00/hr*

Full time

Shifts may vary

Position Summary...

What you'll do...

Maintains facility and sales floor safety and standards by adhering to all safety policies and procedures, including conducting regular safety sweeps, following proper forklift and hazardous material handling requirements, complying with company steel standards, and promptly correcting or reporting unsafe situations to management. Ensures the Tire and Battery Center (TBC) sales floor is organized, stocked, zoned, and merchandised according to company policies, including proper handling of claims, returns, shrink, and damages.

Presents and maintains merchandise presentation by stocking merchandise, setting up, cleaning, and organizing product displays, removing damaged goods, signing and pricing merchandise appropriately, and securing fragile and high‑shrink merchandise.

Monitors the status of tire and battery orders daily and assists members with appointments for installation. Communicates lead time changes and order cancellations to members and makes alternative suggestions for installation or tire fitments. Assists members with tire maintenance and repair services.

Provides expert member service and recommendations by greeting members, identifying member needs, assisting with purchasing and service decisions, and resolving concerns. Uses Sam’s Garage, product knowledge, and reference materials to recommend the safest and most suitable tire and battery products, explain warranties, and ensure members receive the best service and value.

Drives sales and service excellence in the TBC by communicating the value of merchandise and services and collaborating with associates across the club to promote member awareness of TBC offerings and value.

Triages and prioritizes service workflow in TBC service bays by referring to Sam’s Garage to identify waiting members. Demonstrates awareness of the different services in the queue. Understands the time requirements needed to perform requested services. Prioritizes TBC service appointments to maximize service efficiency. Re‑prioritizes members and makes recommendations to the TBC Team Lead or Technicians to meet service needs.

Demonstrates knowledge of safety and compliance protocols, tire and battery industry guidelines, service standards, equipment operations, TPMS (Tire Pressure Monitoring systems), product specifications, seasonality, Point‑of‑Sale systems, phone, and in‑person selling techniques.

Leverages technology to enhance operations and engagement by using digital tools and handheld devices to plan sales, improve the service experience, make real‑time business decisions, stay informed about products and training, and encourage THE adoption of new tools among team members.

Serves as a brand advocate by valuing the member's experience in the TBC area and modeling high quality service and products. Develops and influences team members. Understands roadblocks and assists in training team members.

Provides products and services to Members in accordance with Company policies and procedures by assisting with purchasing and service decisions. Completes vehicle service requests and tests. Operates TBC equipment properly and safely. Receives, stores, and disposes of merchandise and supplies. Completes and maintains documents. Demonstrates strong interpersonal skills and the ability to effectively engage with people, including handling challenging or trying situations with professionalism and empathy. Operates hardware (for example, cash registers), processes member purchases, and assists in payments, returns, refunds, and exchanges using appropriate procedures for different membership and payment types.

Complies with company policies, procedures, and standards of ethics and integrity by implementing related action plans; using the Open Door Policy; and applying these in executing business processes and practices.

Completes work assignments and priorities by using policies, data, and resources; collaborating with managers, co‑workers, customers, and other business partners; identifying priorities, deadlines, and expectations; carrying out tasks; communicating progress and information; determining and recommending ways to address improvement opportunities; and adapting to and learning from change, difficulties, and feedback.

Respect the Individual :Embraces differences in people, cultures, ideas, and experiences; creates a workplace where associates feel seen, supported and connected through a culture of belonging; creates opportunities for all associates to thrive and perform; helps to attract the best talent.

Respect the Individual: Works as a team; builds strong and trusting relationships; communicates with impact, energy, and positivity to motivate and