Counter Service

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Overview

We are so much more than a Parts Store and we are looking for even more great talent to join our NAPA family! As a NAPA Automotive Parts Specialist you don’t have to be able to tear a motor down and rebuild it (however, if you can, that’s awesome), but it is preferred to have a background and knowledge of automotive parts. A NAPA Automotive Parts Specialist is a great opportunity whether you are looking to spend your career with us as a Parts Specialist, want to work day or night, or you just want to get your foot in the door with us to explore other careers at some point – We welcome you!

Responsibilities
  • Provide and source parts for specialized equipment for our fleet customers
  • Use your parts knowledge to assist other NAPA team members and answer questions for customers
  • Provide outstanding customer service and interact with management and technicians
  • Bring customer focus and high energy to our fast‑paced environment
  • Ask appropriate questions to ensure correct parts are researched and sourced
  • Inform customers on parts availability
Qualification Criteria
  • Genuinely enjoy helping our fleet customers with their parts and service needs
  • Have gained parts experience by working in the automotive industry or tinkering/repairing cars & trucks
  • Want to gain or grow your parts experience by working on a team with other NAPA parts professionals
  • Want to join a team where you can learn and grow your career – the opportunities are endless
  • Valid Driver’s License
  • Previous experience in a parts store or automotive industry or at least a willingness to learn all things auto parts
  • High School Diploma or GED; technical or trade school courses or degree preferred
  • Excellent verbal and written communication skillsGreat listening skills and empathy for customers
  • Ability to work on or around an airport environment in a shop environment
Preferred (Not a Deal Breaker)
  • Background or passion for automotive industry, heavy equipment, farm industry, diesel, marine, or dealership
  • Experience in airport ground support equipment
  • Knowledge of cataloging, sourcing, and/or inventory management systems
  • Entirely customer‑centric (external/internal)
  • ASE Certifications
Benefits
  • Competitive Pay
  • Medical, Dental, Vision, 401(k) with match, paid holidays and vacation, NAPA discount, tuition reimbursement and more
  • A culture of promotion from within, using your creativity, finding solutions/fixes, and where no two days or career paths are the same
  • Great training and ongoing development with support from multiple leaders/your team

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Seniority Level

Entry level

Employment Type

Full-time

Job Function

Other

Industries

Retail

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