Job Title: Parts DriverDepartment: New/Used Car Reports To: Service Manager FLSA Status: Non-Exempt
Job Summary:
The Parts Driver is responsible for the delivery and pick up of parts and equipment for the dealership.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities:
- Picks up and delivers parts and equipment to customers, satellite stores, wholesale accounts, and vendors.
- Checks with the parts manager, wholesale representative, inventory control administrator, parts counter people or shipping and receiving clerk before leaving to coordinate any last-minute pick-ups or deliveries.
- Checks with the body shop each day to determine immediate parts needs.
- Delivers parts to body shop when needed and distributes to appropriate body technicians.
- Verifies that invoice matches purchase order for each pick-up.
- Checks payments received with the invoices for each delivery.
- Keeps an accurate log of daily deliveries and pick-ups. Requests recipient's signature on each delivery entry.
- Unloads truck each night. Turns in all paperwork and undelivered parts.
- Handles basic maintenance of the truck including filling tank with gas, checking oil, keeping it clean and making sure required inspections are performed.
- Advises parts manager if delivery trucks need major repairs and maintenance.
- Helps maintain the professional appearance of the parts department.
- Assists service department as needed with attendant responsibilities of managing the drop-off and pick-up of customers' cars.
- Helps with stocking and posting orders when they arrive to expedite delivery to shop technicians and wholesale accounts.
- Maintains professional appearance.
- Other tasks as assigned.
Qualifications:
Educationand Experience
- Valid driver’s license with a clean driving record.
- High school diploma or equivalent preferred.
Skills:
- Ability to work independently and follow verbal or written instructions.
- Basic communication and organizational skills.
Work Environment:
- Fast-paced dealership setting.
· Frequent walking, lifting, and moving of parts and equipment.
FLSA Status Clarification:
This position is classified as Non-Exempt under the Fair Labor Standards Act and is therefore eligible for overtime pay for hours worked in excess of 40 in a workweek. The employee is entitled to meal and rest breaks in accordance with applicable state and federal labor laws.