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Pape Trucks Inc

Back Counter Parts Sales

Fairbanks, AK

$25 - $28/hr

PAPE' KENWORTH- FAIRBANKS, AK BACK COUNTER PARTS SALES: Do you love working in a positive, high-energy environment? Do you enjoy being the go-to person? Do you love providing a great experience for ...

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CraneWorks

Back Counter Parts Associate

Williston, ND

$60K - $70K/yr

Position Summary CraneWorks is seeking a motivated and customer-focused Back Counter Parts Associate to join our Williston, North Dakota team. This position plays a critical role in supporting our ...

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Pape' Kenworth

Back Counter Parts Sales

Fairbanks, AK

$25 - $28/hr

PAPE' KENWORTH- FAIRBANKS, AK BACK COUNTER PARTS SALES: Do you love working in a positive, high-energy environment? Do you enjoy being the go-to person? Do you love providing a great experience for ...

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CTP-Monroe

BACK PARTS COUNTER SALES

Monroe, LA · On-site

Determine Parts Needed for Work Orders Source and Buy Parts for the Shop Receive, Post, Price Parts to Work Orders The Parts Representative - Back Counter reports directly to the General Manager.

RGV Tire Pros

Parts back counter person

Mcallen, TX · On-site

$9 - $13/hr

A Parts Specialist is a great opportunity whether you are looking to spend your career with us as a Counter Person, want to work full/part-time or you just want to get your foot in the door with us ...

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How much do back counter jobs pay per hour?

As of Jul 16, 2026, the average hourly pay for back counter in the United States is $16.04, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $14.42 and $17.55 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What are back counter jobs?

Back counter jobs typically refer to positions in industries like automotive parts, retail, or warehouses where employees work behind the scenes managing inventory, processing orders, and supplying parts or goods to frontline staff. In automotive dealerships, for example, back counter staff provide mechanics with the parts they need for repairs. These roles are essential for maintaining efficient operations, ensuring that necessary items are available when needed, and keeping accurate records of inventory movements.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a Back Counter, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Back Counter, you need strong organizational skills, attention to detail, and a basic understanding of inventory management, usually supported by a high school diploma or equivalent. Familiarity with inventory software, point-of-sale (POS) systems, and warehouse management tools is typically required. Dependability, effective communication, and the ability to work efficiently under pressure are essential soft skills. These abilities help ensure accurate inventory control, timely parts distribution, and smooth operations in environments like automotive or retail parts departments.

What is the difference between Back Counter vs Cashier?

AspectBack CounterCashier
Required CredentialsBasic retail or food service training, sometimes a high school diplomaHigh school diploma often preferred; training on POS systems
Work EnvironmentBehind the scenes, handling inventory, preparing ordersFrontline, interacting directly with customers
Employer & Industry UsageRetail stores, restaurants, cafesRetail, supermarkets, restaurants

While both roles are essential in retail and food service settings, the Back Counter focuses on behind-the-scenes tasks like inventory and order preparation, whereas the Cashier handles customer transactions at the point of sale. Understanding these differences helps job seekers target the right roles based on their skills and preferences.

What are the typical daily tasks and team interactions for a Back Counter in an automotive parts department?

As a Back Counter in an automotive parts department, your daily tasks typically include processing parts orders for service technicians, maintaining inventory accuracy, and ensuring quick and accurate distribution of parts to the service bays. You’ll regularly collaborate with service advisors and technicians to clarify parts requirements and resolve order discrepancies. This role often requires strong organizational skills and attention to detail, as well as the ability to communicate efficiently with team members to keep repair operations running smoothly.
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Infographic showing various Back Counter job openings in the United States as of July 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 76% Full Time, 20% Part Time, and 3% Contract. Highlights an 93% Physical, 1% Hybrid, and 6% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $33,364 per year, or $16 per hour.
Parts Sales Rep-Back Counter

Parts Sales Rep-Back Counter

Rush Enterprises

Salt Lake City, UT • On-site

$50K - $70K/yr

Full-time

Posted 9 days ago

Rush Enterprises rating

7.5

Company rating: 7.5 out of 10

Based on 77 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

42nd of 146 rated car dealerships

Job description

Responsibilities

The Parts Sales Representative-Back Counter services the back counter to ensure the technicians have the parts available to fulfill service orders.

Rush Truck Centers opens the door to the world of opportunity. We are the largest network of commercial vehicle dealerships across the US representing truck and bus manufacturers. Our franchises include Peterbilt, International, Hino, Isuzu, Ford, IC Bus and Blue Bird. We offer a rewarding career as a leader in the transportation industry. Grow with us as we continue to expand our network of locations and services.

Responsibilities:

  • Set up order requests from technician work orders.
  • Keep orderly records of all repair orders, invoices, insurance estimates, and special order parts.
  • Ensure all parts requested are billed on service repair order.
  • Issue credit for parts returned, ensuring that the original invoice, or its number, is available so that the inventory system can be updated and parts restocked.
  • Participate in all training programs that are made available.
  • Keep current on new products and product updates.
  • Participate in maintaining a lost sales tracking program.

Benefits:

  • We offer exceptional compensation and benefits, 401K and stock purchase, incentives for performance, training, and opportunity for advancement - all in a culture that appreciates and rewards excellence, a positive attitude and integrity.

Basic Qualifications:

  • High school diploma or general education degree (GED).
  • Twelve months’ experience in over the counter sales, preferably in a dealership or service setting environment.
  • Familiarity with accounting and inventory tracking software.

Equal Opportunity Employer Minorities/Women/Protected Veterans/Disabled

This job posting does not state or imply that these are the only duties to be performed by this employee. The employee will be required to follow any other instructions and to perform any other duties requested by their leader.

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About Rush Enterprises

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Rush Enterprises "keeps the country running". A Fortune 500 company, we are the largest commercial vehicle dealer group in North America and are 8000+ employees strong and growing. Therefore, our impact (and soon-to-be your impact) is far-reaching.

Industry

Trucking

Company size

5,001 - 10,000 Employees

Headquarters location

New Braunfels, TX, US

Year founded

1965

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