Store Manager Trainee/Parts Specialist

Colliflower Hose & Fittings is seeking a dependable, customer-focused professional to join our team. We are a growing distributor of quality hose and fittings, and we value team members who can communicate effectively with a diverse customer base. Bilingual candidates (especially English/Spanish) are highly encouraged to apply.  

Position Overview
This entry-level role supports both internal and external customers by providing timely, accurate service and helping identify appropriate product solutions. The position works closely with store leadership and plays an important part in maintaining strong customer relationships. The schedule for this role is Monday-Friday: 8:00am – 5:00pm CST.

Key Responsibilities

• Respond to customer inquiries in a professional and courteous manner.
• Support clear communication between customers and team members, including language assistance when needed.
• Maintain a positive and cooperative working relationship with colleagues.
• Contribute to a service-focused environment centered on responsiveness and accuracy. 
• Assist customers in identifying the correct product solutions under the guidance of the Store Manager
• Assemble products and crimp hoses under the guidance of the Store Manager
• Provide sales leads to Store Manager and actively participate in customer capture programs.
• Assist with routine facility maintenance related to maintaining a safe, organized, and clean store.
• Process inventory by receiving deliveries, unpacking products, and stocking shelves.
• Perform inventory/cycle counts as directed by the Store Manager
• Process sales transactions
• Perform other duties as assigned by the Store Manager or Regional Support/Sales Manager

• Bilingual in English and Spanish preferred
• Prior customer service or industrial distribution experience is helpful but not required.
• Strong communication and problem-solving skills
• Ability to work in a fast-paced, team-oriented environment.
• Mechanical aptitude
• Proficient reading and math skills (can read & interpret tape measure and know/learn metrics)

• Must be able to lift, push & pull up to 150lbs
• Regularly required to stand, walk, bend, stoop, kneel, reach, push, pull, and climb
• Manual dexterity required to operate machinery and tools
• Work performed in a workshop environment
• Routinely uses standard office equipment (i.e.: computers, phones, fax machines) as well as hand and power tools (i.e.: hose saws, pliers, box cutters, tape measure, and crimping machine)
• Exposed to several elements but with none present to the extent of being disagreeable (i.e.: noise from equipment and occasional odor that comes from cutting rubber hose)

• We offer a competitive compensation and benefits package that supports both you and your family:
• Competitive pay based on experience, skills, and location.
• Overtime opportunities, referral bonuses, and company performance awards
• Paid time off, including vacation, sick time, and paid holidays.
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance options
• Flexible spending accounts for medical and dependent care
• Company-paid life, LTD, and AD&D insurance
• 401(k) plan with company match
• Stable work environment with a supportive team culture 

Colliflower, is an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.

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