Junior

Junior Parts Counterperson

The parts counter team member — serving customers at the parts counter with professional expertise.

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Conventionalorganizing, detail-oriented
Realistichands-on, practical
Based on Holland Code framework
Job markets for Junior Parts Counterpersons
Employment concentration · ~389 areas
Based on employment in related occupations
Mapped SOC categories:
BLS Occupational Employment Statistics
What it's like

What it's like to be a Junior Parts Counterperson

As a Junior Parts Counterperson, you''re a developing member of the parts counter team. You''re handling customer interactions, parts lookups, inventory pulls, and transactions while building the expertise needed for full counter responsibilities.

Your day involves learning while doing. You''re handling routine transactions, asking questions on complex lookups, watching how experienced team members handle difficult situations, and steadily increasing your capability. The parts counter is your classroom and your workplace simultaneously.

The progression is visible — you''ll start needing help frequently and gradually handle more independently. The people who advance are actively curious, retain what they learn, and take initiative to understand vehicles and parts beyond immediate needs.

RelationshipsModerate
IndependenceLower
SupportLower
Working ConditionsLower
AchievementLower
RecognitionLower
O*NET Work Values survey
StrategyExecution
StructuredAdaptable
ManagingContributing
CollaborativeIndependent
Learning environmentTeam supportCustomer typeProduct linesGrowth path
Junior counterperson experiences vary by employer. Some have structured training programs; others learn through immersion. Team dynamics affect learning — supportive colleagues accelerate development. Customer mix affects what you learn first. Some operations have clear advancement paths; others are flatter.
✦ Editorial — written by Truest from industry research and career patterns
Career Paths

Where this role sits in the broader career landscape — and where it can take you.

$239K$179K$119K$60K$0KLower paying387 metro areas, sorted by salary level
All experience levels1
This level's estimated range
INDUSTRIES PAYING ABOVE AVERAGE
1 BLS OEWS May 2024 covers all Junior Parts Counterpersons (SOC 41-2022.00), not just this title · BEA RPP 2023
* Top salaries exceed this figure. BLS caps reported wages at ~$240K to protect individual privacy in high-earning roles.
Exploring the Junior Parts Counterperson career path? Truest helps you figure out if it's the right fit — and plan your path forward.
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Self-directed learning
Taking initiative to learn accelerates development
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Problem-solving
Working through challenges builds capability
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Customer consultation
Moving from transactions to problem-solving increases value
What does the learning and development path look like here?
How is training structured for new counter staff?
What''s the team like — will I have mentors to learn from?
How long does it typically take to develop full counter capabilities?
What opportunities exist for advancement?
✦ Editorial — career progression and interview guidance based on industry patterns
The Broader Landscape

Roles like this one sit within a broader occupational category. The numbers below reflect that full landscape — helpful for context, but your specific experience will depend on level, specialty, and where you work.

$28K–$62K
Salary Range
10th – 90th percentile
265K
U.S. Employment
+3.1%
10yr Growth
30K
Annual Openings

How this category is changing

$64K$61K$58K$55K$52K201920202021202220232024$52K$64K
BLS OEWS May 2024 · BLS Employment Projections 2024–2034

Skills & Requirements

Active ListeningSpeakingPersuasionReading ComprehensionService OrientationSocial PerceptivenessCritical ThinkingMonitoringJudgment and Decision MakingTime Management
O*NET OnLine · Bureau of Labor Statistics
41-2022.00

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Federal data: BLS Occupational Employment & Wage Statistics (May 2024) · BLS Employment Projections · O*NET OnLine
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