History of Advance Auto Parts

Pep Boys open Advance Stores, LLC. with two stores in Roanoke Virginia and one in Lynchburg, Virginia. Arthur Taubman purchased Advance Auto Stores on April 29, 1932. At that point Mr. Taubman started a successful drive to build a multi-state chain of auto and home supply stores. The first major advancement of Advance Auto Parts occurred in 1998 when the company acquired the remaining operations of Western Auto, an auto parts and general store retailer.

Today Advance Auto Parts is the second-largest retailer of automotive replacement parts and accessories in the United States. They operate about 3,300 stores in 40 US states and employ about 48,000 people all across the United States in their operations.

Hours of Operation:   Typically Mon-Sat: 7:30am-9:00pm; Sun: 9:00am-8:00pm

Minimum Age to Work Here:   18 years old

Positions Available:   Salesperson, Retail Parts Specialist, Local Area Warehouse Order Puller, Inventory Specialist, Installer, Assistant Manager, General Manager, Commercial Parts Specialist, District Manager, Commercial Delivery Driver

Background Check Required?  Yes

Negotiation:   There is no room for negotiation since the hourly rate is set.

Job Description/ Average Wage

Sales Associate: The sales associate must know about cars and trucks in order to help the customers find the parts and accessories that they may need for their vehicle. They are in charge of the cash register, customer service, and sometimes stocking when new parts arrive. The average wage for a sales associate is $35,000 a year.

Retail Parts Pro: This person is responsible for knowing the parts and accessories in the store and how they may help the customer. They often will instruct the customer on such things as how to install a part or how to tell if the part that they have has gone bad. The professional in this area may have previous experience as a mechanic or worked in a garage with a mechanic. The average wage for a retail parts pro is $10.74 an hour.

Second Assistant Manager: This person is usually in charge of the working crew at the time of their shift. They are a supervisor in managing customer service divisions making sure that the customer receives the right parts and proper information. They may do the schedule for their team but often are more involved in training team members. The average wage for a second assistant manager is $11.72 an hour.

Supervisor / Assistant Manager: You’re going to help open, close the store, as well as assign the tasks to the various employees throughout the store.   Also, you’re going to help any associates with any duties that they need help with, as well as assist those that need help with their duties.   The average wage is anywhere from $11 to $15 a hour.

Benefits

• Health Care Plan that includes ( Medical, Prescription, Drugs, Dental and Vision Benefits)
• 401 (k) Retirement Savings Plan
• Stock Purchase Plan
• Company paid life insurance
• Pay for sick leave, vacation time, holiday pay

Many other benefits are made available to the employees who are mentioned in the employee handbook.

Atmosphere and Perks

Advance Auto Parts employees can get access to extensive job perks and generous pays even those who are in the entry level position. The entry level associates will receive paid job training and flexible hours plus generous hourly rate. Eligible workers of Advance Auto Parts are also offered with financial planning benefits, health and wellness perks and product discounts. This company is indeed a great venue for career growth and advancement with its offered workplace that is challenging and fun-filled.

Interview Questions

Do you have interest with machines and its parts?

Describe your interest working with cars or trucks.

What is your favorite automobile? Why?

Are you familiar with different auto systems?

Describe your skills set relevant to auto industry.

What would you do if you saw co worker stealing auto parts from the company?

How do you apply quality customer service here?

What will you do if there are customer complaints?

Will you be able to handle tasks even if you are under pressure?

How will you help the customer to find what he needs?

Interview Tips

Advance Auto Parts calls an applicant for interview after thorough screening process which may take a week or two. The interview may also involve simulation on how you are to deal with the customers of the company. The questions will likely revolve about your previous job, your skills and abilities useful for the company and other aspects about your personality. Most of the successful applicants should show his or her diverse skills and will have to impress the hiring manager with his or her professional skills.

When you are called for an interview, be well dressed and exude your confidence while maintaining your positive personality in dealing with the interviewers.

How to Apply

In order to apply for one of these positions or one of the many that are available you should visit their website:
http://www.advanceautoparts.com/careers