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Retail Parts Pro Store 6182

Advance Auto Parts · Cortland, NY · 2 mo ago
Business DevelopmentFull-time

About the Role

A professional-level sales position supporting advanced functions of the DIY business. This role requires expert knowledge of store systems, automotive systems, and parts, with the ability to assist DIY customers through advanced identification, troubleshooting, and project support. The position is full-time.

Responsibilities

  • Provide a GAS2 selling experience for DIY customer visits and phone calls.
  • Achieve personal and store sales goals and service objectives.
  • Manage DIY services including battery installation, testing, and wiper installs.
  • Maintain high standards of customer service and store appearance.
  • Perform key holder responsibilities (task assignment, safety, open/close duties).
  • Assist in store inventory processes including truck put-away, cycle counts, and back stock management.
  • Maintain store cleanliness including floors, bathrooms, facing, dusting, and parking lot.

Qualifications

  • Working knowledge of automotive systems (e.g., internal engine, suspension, brakes, electronic, exhaust) and diagnostic ability.
  • Ability to speak and write English (Spanish a plus); strong communication and relationship-building skills.
  • Ability to read and interpret safety rules, operating instructions, parts catalogs, and procedure manuals.
  • Basic math skills: addition, subtraction, multiplication, and division in all units of measure.
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel).
  • Strong organizational skills.
  • Ability to work varied shifts, including days, evenings, and weekends.
  • Valid driver’s license.

Preferred Experience

  • 3–5 years of prior automotive parts experience.
  • Proven sales ability with past customer transaction experience.
  • ASE P2 certification or readiness equivalent (preferred but not required).

Skills

  • Advanced automotive system and parts knowledge.
  • Expertise in testing and diagnostic equipment for DIY services.
  • Advanced parts lookup, sourcing, and project assistance.
  • Advanced selling skills for DIY customers.
  • Proficiency in operating POS, parts lookup systems, and inventory systems.
  • Friendly communication and safety awareness.

Pay

The estimated pay range for this role is $18.85–$20.98 per hour for new team members, depending on geographic location, experience, automotive knowledge, education, leadership roles, and other relevant skillsets. Shift differentials may apply.

Benefits

Advance Auto Parts offers a comprehensive health and wellness benefits program for team members and their families. Learn more about benefits here.

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