An excellent opportunity with a quickly growing, dynamic business…
The Cam Clark Auto Group is seeking a results-oriented Parts Advisor for our Kamloops Kia, in British Columbia location.
With over 20 dealerships and car service locations stretching across Alberta, British Columbia, Washington, Montana, and California; the Cam Clark Auto Group is an industry leader in providing outstanding customer experience since 1987, while also striving to offer an amazing employee experience as well!
In the position of Parts Advisor, reporting to the Service Manager, the successful candidate will be responsible for assisting our mechanics and customers in purchasing needed parts and supplies.
Benefits Offered for this role:
- Competitive compensation package with comprehensive extended benefits and ample opportunities for professional growth.
- Employee perks and generous vacation entitlements.
- Chance to collaborate with a dynamic team and enjoy lifestyle benefits.
You will be accountable for:
- Assisting technicians by looking up parts needed for vehicle repair.
- Answering phone calls and assisting walk-ups and wholesale customers with their part needs.
- Tracking all incoming or outgoing parts orders for a dealership.
- Locating available parts when the dealership is out of stock.
- Occasionally shipping parts to out-of-town customers; part delivery and pick-up
- Handling part payment collection, return/credits and making sure all parts are billed properly.
- Packaging and shipping parts back to the manufacturer from time to time and completing the apt record keeping.
- Referring to the parts manual to identify exactly the right part for the make model and year of vehicles being serviced.
- Sourcing new, used and aftermarket auto parts.
- Helping with clerical / administration duties and shop clean-up
- Working with others to provide the best guest experience.
- Other duties as assigned.
To be successful in this role, you must have:
- Previous experience as a Parts Advisor or similar role.
- A valid driver’s license and clean driver’s abstract.
- Attention to detail, prioritization skills, and time management.
- Computer proficiency skills.
- Experience with PBS is an asset.
Salary Range: Minimum: $25.00 to Maximum: $ 30.00 per hour
Workday Schedule: Tuesday to Saturday
Working Hours: 8:30am to 5:00pm
Total Hours per week: 40 hrs
Pay: $25.00-$30.00 per hour
Application question(s):
- Have you previously worked in a dealership or automotive service environment?
- Describe your experience using parts catalogs or manuals to accurately identify parts by make, model, and year. (Short answer – required)
- Are you familiar with parts or dealership management systems PBS, CDK, Reynolds & Reynolds, or others? (please specify)
- How comfortable are you with tracking incoming and outgoing parts orders, including returns and credits?
- This role involves assisting technicians, walk-in customers, phone inquiries, and wholesale clients. Which best describes your experience? Is that something you feel comfortable with?
- Give an example of how you ensure accuracy when billing parts, processing returns, or handling payments. (Short answer – required)
- This position may involve lifting parts, shipping/pickups, and occasional deliveries. Are you able to meet these requirements?
- Do you hold a valid driver’s license with a clean driver’s abstract, and are you available to work Tuesday–Saturday, 8:30am–5:00pm?
- What interests you most about the Parts Advisor role at Kamloops Kia and working with Cam Clark Auto Group? (Short answer – required)
Experience:
- Parts Advisor or in a similar automotive parts role: 1 year (preferred)
Work Location: In person
