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How much do standard auto parts jobs pay per year?

As of Jun 7, 2026, the average yearly pay for standard auto parts in the United States is $41,221.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $35,500.00 and $45,000.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as an Auto Parts Specialist, and why are they important?

To thrive as an Auto Parts Specialist, you need a solid understanding of automotive systems, parts identification, and inventory management, often backed by a high school diploma or relevant experience. Familiarity with parts catalog software, point-of-sale systems, and warehouse management tools is typically required. Strong customer service, communication skills, and attention to detail distinguish top performers in this role. These skills ensure accurate parts selection, efficient inventory control, and high customer satisfaction in a fast-paced retail environment.

What is the difference between Standard Auto Parts vs Auto Parts Sales Associate?

AspectStandard Auto PartsAuto Parts Sales Associate
CredentialsHigh school diploma or equivalent; certifications like ASE may be preferredHigh school diploma; customer service experience beneficial
Work EnvironmentWarehouse, retail stores, auto repair shopsRetail stores, auto parts stores, customer-facing
Job FocusInventory management, parts identification, stockingCustomer assistance, sales, product knowledge

Standard Auto Parts primarily involves managing inventory, stocking, and ensuring parts are available for repairs, often working behind the scenes. In contrast, Auto Parts Sales Associates focus on assisting customers, providing product information, and closing sales. Both roles require knowledge of auto parts, but their daily tasks and customer interaction levels differ significantly.

What are standard auto parts?

Standard auto parts are the common components and assemblies used in most vehicles, such as brakes, filters, spark plugs, batteries, and lights. These parts are typically mass-produced and designed to meet the specifications of a wide range of vehicles from different manufacturers. Standard auto parts are essential for the maintenance, repair, and safe operation of cars and trucks. They are widely available at auto parts stores, dealerships, and online retailers.

What are the typical responsibilities and challenges faced when working at an auto parts counter in a standard auto parts store?

Working at an auto parts counter involves assisting customers in identifying and locating the correct parts for their vehicles, managing inventory, and processing transactions efficiently. A common challenge is staying up-to-date with the wide variety of parts and vehicle models, which requires continuous learning and attention to detail. Team members often collaborate with mechanics, retail staff, and suppliers to ensure customer needs are met promptly. Strong communication and problem-solving skills are crucial for resolving issues such as out-of-stock items or compatibility concerns.
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Infographic showing various Standard Auto Parts job openings in the United States as of May 2026, with employment types broken down into 72% Full Time, 23% Part Time, 4% Contract, and 1% Nights. Highlights an 98% Physical, and 2% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $41,221 per year, or $19.8 per hour.
Auto Parts Delivery Driver (Part Time) #214

Auto Parts Delivery Driver (Part Time) #214

Aftermarket Auto Parts Alliance, Inc.

Kilgore, TX โ€ข On-site

$24K - $31K/yr

Part-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

Posted 17 days ago


Job description

*Non-CDL position
The Auto Parts Store Delivery Driver will primarily determine the priority of deliveries, receive and review delivery orders for completeness and maintain a clean driving record while adhering to company policy. Deliveries will primarily focus on automotive replacement parts and may include the delivery of heavy-duty parts, automotive and industrial paint, and body shop supplies and equipment from our Bumper to Bumper Auto Parts retail store locations. Check us out at btbautoparts.com and apply today!
Today, Replacement Parts, Inc. and Crow Burlingame is made up of a corporate staff and several different companies, including Parts Warehouse Inc. (PWI). We employ more than 1,400 employees, in twelve (12) states, working at approximately 220 locations, all operating in the aftermarket automotive parts, paint and heavy-duty parts business. In 2019, our company celebrated 100 years of serving our communities as a privately held business with most of our employees spending the majority of their working lives as part of the "Bumper to Bumper Auto Parts" family.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities include the following. Other duties may be assigned.
  • Provide exceptional customer service. This includes but is not limited to assessing customer needs, meeting quality standards for services and evaluating customer satisfaction.
  • Abide by rules of the road and laws for safely operating a vehicle.
  • Determine the priority of deliveries including the most timely and efficient route, when not directed by a manager or counterperson.
  • Receive and process orders and other documents by reviewing for completeness and clarity before delivery.
  • Maintain a clean and well running delivery vehicle by performing routine maintenance and inspections.
  • Ability to safely drive a vehicle in different weather and traffic conditions.
  • Maintain a valid Driver's License and clean driving record.
  • Check in freight, stock, and retrieve parts.
  • Handle cash and credit transactions.
  • Help answer telephone and wait on customers.
  • Work store inventory/assist in other location's inventory, if assigned.
  • Maintain a clean facility inside and outside. This includes but is not limited to sweep, mop, pick up trash, straighten and dust shelves, rearrange stock, etc.
  • Adhere to scheduled work time unless authorized by a manager.
  • All other job duties as assigned.

Our Benefits (all benefits are based on eligibility and subject to change)
  • 401(k) employer matching
  • Company Paid Vacation, Holidays, and Sick Days
  • Medical, Dental, and Vision
  • Company Paid Basic Life Insurance & Long Term Disability
  • Short Term Disability
  • Flexible Spending Accounts
  • Additional Supplemental Life Insurance
  • Accident Insurance
  • Hospital Indemnity
  • Employee Assistance Program
  • Employee Purchase Discounts
  • Scholarship Program
  • Earning Incentives and Bonuses

Supervisory Responsibilities
This job has no supervisory responsibilities.
Competencies
To perform the job successfully, an individual should demonstrate the following competencies:
Customer Service - Manages difficult or emotional customer situations; responds promptly to customer needs; solicits customer feedback to improve service; responds to requests for service and assistance; meets commitments; and completes deliveries in a safe and timely manner.
Teamwork - Contributes to building a positive team spirit; supports everyone's efforts to succeed.
Adaptability - Adapts to changes in the work environment; manages competing demands; changes approach or method to best fit the situation; able to deal with frequent change, delays, or unexpected events.
Sales Skills - Maintains customer satisfaction; maintains records and promptly submits information.
Attendance/Punctuality - Is consistently at work and on time.
Dependability - Follows instructions, responds to management direction; keeps commitments; completes tasks on time or notifies appropriate person with an alternate plan.
Qualifications
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Education and/or Experience
High School Diploma or equivalent experience or motivation to pursue a GED. Automotive parts and/or customer service experience preferred.
Language Skills
Ability to read and comprehend simple instructions, short correspondence, and memos. Ability to write simple correspondence. Ability to effectively present information in one-on-one and small group situations to customers, clients, and other employees of the organization.
Mathematical Skills
Ability to add, subtract, multiply, and divide in all units of measure, using whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals. Ability to compute rate, ratio, and percent and to draw and interpret bar graphs.
Reasoning Ability
Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out detailed but uninvolved written or oral instructions. Ability to deal with problems involving a few concrete variables in standardized situations.
Computer Skills
To perform this job successfully, an individual should have basic computer knowledge including web browsing and knowledge of Microsoft Office.
Certificates, Licenses, Registrations
Valid Driver's License (Class E required for all Missouri locations), clean driving record.
Physical Demands The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
While performing the duties of this Job, the employee is regularly required to stand, walk, use hands and fingers to handle, feel, reach with hands and arms, and talk or hear. The employee is occasionally required to sit, climb, or balance and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl. The employee must regularly lift and/or move up to 10 pounds, frequently lift and/or move up to 25 pounds and occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision and distance vision.
Work Environment The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
While performing the duties of this Job, the employee is regularly exposed to moving mechanical parts and vibration. The employee is frequently exposed to wet and/or humid conditions and outside weather conditions. The employee is occasionally exposed to high, precarious places; fumes or airborne particles; toxic or caustic chemicals and risk of electrical shock. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.
Employment at Replacement Parts, Inc. is subject to post offer, pre-employment drug testing. Equal Opportunity Employer. Replacement Parts, Inc. is a drug-free workplace. *This is a Safety Sensitive position due to the use of heavy equipment, moving conveyors and hazardous material.