Parts Warehouse/Counter Associate

Join the team at James River Equipment in Delmar

Since 1977, James River Equipment has been providing outstanding John Deere products and services to farmers, businesses, homeowners, and our communities. Each one of our over 50 authorized John Deere dealerships provides a workplace where employees are family and customers return because of the skill, service and trust our employees provide. As we grow, we value people ready to grow a career that makes an impact far beyond just our daily workplace.

This position will cross train between our parts warehouse and parts counter to best assist our customers in Delmar. 

As a Parts Warehouse/Counter Associate, your typical responsibilities include:

• Place Machine-Down Orders and stock parts in assigned locations in a timely manner.
• Process internal parts transfer requests.
• Supply Service Technicians with parts as required.
• Assist with preparing and maintain merchandise displays.
• Verifies receiving and receipting-in of parts shipments.
• Monitor shortages and expedites processing through reporting to Parts Manager.
• Keep work area and assigned warehouse areas neat, clean, and organized.
• Conduct daily cycle bin counts.
• Train in parts specialist capacity to cover the parts department counter for customer needs as required.

Requirements include:

• High school diploma or equivalent
• Mechanical or parts background, previous experience in a parts customer service or warehouse position highly preferred
• Forklift certification is a plus; must have ability to become forklift certified
• Strong verbal communication skills
• Basic computer and math skills
• Uniform dress required

Physical Demands

Physical Effort: Parts Warehouse Support are regularly required to speak and listen. They constantly stand, walk, bend, kneel, etc. These employees must be able to lift and carry objects weighing up to 75 pounds unassisted. Parts Warehouse Support employees are constantly moving back and forth from the parts department to the parts warehouse. 

Working Conditions: Parts Warehouse Support employees perform most of their tasks and duties within the parts warehouse and the parts department. There are times where these employees must work in varying weather conditions while outside. Within the warehouse, there are hazardous conditions such as electrical, mechanical, and power equipment. There is risk of exposure to dirt, dust, grease, mists, fumes, cuts, bruises, strains, loud noises, chemicals such as oils, antifreeze, battery acid, etc. To combat these potential dangers and risk hazards, Parts Warehouse Support persons must follow strict safety procedures, proper equipment and warehouse safety, and PPE. 

Travel: None. 

Regular and predictable attendance and punctuality is vital. Must attend work regularly and to arrive at work on time.

Above all, we are seeking a friendly team player who has an outstanding work ethic, a willingness to continue learning and growing personally and professionally, and enjoys contributing to a positive work environment!

About the Benefits

Joining the team at James River Equipment means you’ll enjoy a wide range of benefits, many of which start on day one of your employment with us. In addition to a competitive hourly rate of pay (negotiable based on experience), the successful candidate will receive:

• Extended health, dental, and vision insurance (day one of employment)
• Health savings account options
• Flexible spending account options
• Disability and life insurance
• 401k with employer match and profit share (after 90 days of employment)
• Annual tools and PPE allowance 
• Paid time off and paid holidays
• Employee recognition rewards program