What are the responsibilities and job description for the Counter I position at Arnold Oil Company of Austin?
Position Overview
This position reports directly to the store manager. Counter I is required to perform any or all duties of a General Store Staff as assigned by management (using a company provided vehicle to deliver or pick up parts and merchandise from company customers and vendors, handle incoming and outgoing merchandise in a timely manner, keep store and facility clean, safe, and organized), along with totaling bill, accepting payment, and providing excellent customer service in a retail store environment by performing the following duties:
The primary job functions include, but are not limited to:
- Greet each customer in a timely manner and answer the telephone within three (3) rings
- Answer each customers questions regarding price, availability and function of merchandise
- Obtain merchandise from shelf for customer or receives any merchandise selected from shelf by customer and creates invoice
- Obtain merchandise requested by customer or receives merchandise selected by customer
- Ensure that each customer receives outstanding customer service by providing a friendly environment, which includes, greeting and acknowledging every customer, maintaining outstanding standards, solid product knowledge and all other components of customer service
- Totals price and tax on merchandise purchased by customer to determine bill
- Accepts payment and makes change
- Wraps or bags merchandise for customers
- Obtains signature on charge invoices and accepts payment and makes change on cash invoices
- Correctly places any special orders as required by customer
- Balances cash drawer at the end of the shift (if necessary)
- Stock shelves, counters, or tables with merchandise
- Sets up advertising displays or arranges merchandise on counters or tables to promote sales
- Stamps, marks, or tags price on merchandise
- Bags or boxes orders accordingly
- Ensure outgoing transfers are processed properly and timely
- Cleans shelves, counters, or tables
- Maintains safe and clean work environment by keeping shelves, pallet area, and workstations neat; maintaining clean shipping supply area; complying with all OSHA and company safety procedures, rules, and regulations
- May have custodial duties including sweeping warehouse/showroom regularly, dusting shelves as needed, organizing merchandise, cleaning and stocking rest rooms as needed, and keeping all aisles clear with no merchandise on the floor
- Present a good image of the company through proper dress and attitude
- Must participate in and complete sponsored and supported training
- Attends training or uses electronic media to increase product knowledge
- Performs other duties and assignments as directed by management
- Maintain grounds and parking lot
- Maintain a satisfactory attendance record and appearance
The skill requirements include, but are not limited to:
- Ability to work well with others and assist customer cooperatively and courteously
- Exemplary company work recorded, including attendance
- Must be able to work in a high paced, busy atmosphere
- Related experience in the auto parts industry preferred
- Must be able to follow oral and written instructions
- Must have basic math skills including addition, subtraction, multiplication and division
- Ability to read and write in English
- Must successfully complete background and criminal history checks
- Must pass a physical, human performance evaluation and a drug test
- Good understanding of and adherence to company policies and procedures
- Must maintain regular and prompt attendance Attitude that supports the Companys goals and values
Education Requirements
- High school diploma or general education degree (GED); or equivalent combination of education and experience
Certification Requirements
- Completed ASE counterman I training course
- Meets all requirements to qualify for inclusion on AOC Approved Driver List