Parts Specialist
O'Reilly Auto Parts · Watertown, SD · 2 wk ago
Full-time
About the role
The Parts Specialist provides retail and installer customers with a high level of service, supports store management in completing assigned tasks, and bilingual candidates are encouraged to apply. O’Reilly Auto Parts emphasizes growth, stability, and a promote‑from‑within philosophy.
Responsibilities
- Follow and promote company customer service programs (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 with merchandise selection
- Assist managers and/or installer service specialists in serving professional customers as needed
- Complete assigned company training relevant to the position
- Provide excellent phone service: answer calls per policy, look up parts, quote prices, recommend premium/related items, offer Low‑Price Guarantee
- Maintain and secure the cash drawer, accept cash/checks, make change, process credit card transactions
- Process exchanges and returns for credit in a friendly manner per policy
- Address and resolve customer complaints friendly
- Assist with daily image maker and planogram updates (freight receipt, stocking, fronting/facing, cleaning, etc.)
- Prepare new, core, and warranty merchandise returns for shipment to the distribution center; assist with monthly stock adjustments, inventory cycle counts
- Operate brake lathe and other store test equipment after training and meeting company requirements
- Perform in‑store services where allowed (install wipers, test/charge batteries, test charging system, scan vehicle trouble codes, replace headlight capsules, etc.)
- Occasionally drive a delivery vehicle when business needs dictate (driving record must meet company eligibility)
- Perform other duties as assigned
Requirements
- Ability to quickly match alphanumeric sequences
- Ability to provide outstanding, friendly and professional customer service
- Ability to multitask, handling phone and in‑store customers simultaneously
- Familiarity with automotive parts, cataloging, weatherly index system, and automotive sales or service
- ASE certification desired
- Fluency in multiple languages; Spanish highly desired
Benefits
- 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