Parts Advisor

Overview

Unique Opportunity! Join the founding team! We're seeking a Parts Advisor who wants the rare opportunity to help build a brand‑new operation from the ground up. As we are opening a new facility, we’re looking for professionals who want a voice in how a parts department operates. Help establish inventory workflows, support a strong team culture, and be part of building something great from day one—all while working in a modern facility alongside a talented and growing team.

DeVivo Companies currently has a full‑time Parts Advisor opening at our brand‑new location in East Hartford, CT.

Serving the Northeast for over a century, DeVivo Companies delivers comprehensive transportation, fleet, and equipment solutions. From fleet maintenance and specialty vehicle builds to school bus sales and a full parts operation, we provide complete lifecycle support for the vehicles keeping our communities moving. Backed by factory‑trained technicians and top OEM partnerships, our long‑term customer success drives everything we do. Learn more about us at

• Career Growth:
  Paid training and a strong history of promotion from within.
• Perks:
  Company‑provided uniform and boot program, and plenty of overtime opportunities.
• Health Insurance & Benefits:
  Medical/dental insurance, FSA, life insurance, paid time off, and a 401(k) with company match.
• Extras:
  Employee referral rewards.

• Partner with internal departments and personnel to meet parts needs.
• Order, procure, stock and bill parts efficiently.
• Create and receive parts requisitions and purchase orders.

• Assist Service Department as needed with light Service Advising duties such as greeting customers, receiving payments, and opening and closing repair orders.
• Communicate daily with service manager, technicians, sales, and lease and rental department regarding parts needs.
• Communicate with the Warranty Department to provide all necessary information for claim filing.
• Maintain good relationships with suppliers and vendors.
• Coordinate warranty and dirty ore maintenance.

• Manage warehousing, shipping, and receiving operations.
• Maintain a clean and organized parts area and warehouse.
• Conduct physical inventory counts as needed.

• Use Dealership Software and Microsoft Office proficiently.
• Operate a forklift safely.

• Maintain strong written, oral and interpersonal skills to interact effectively with customers and team members.
• Address and resolve parts related issues promptly.
• Assist Service Department customers as necessary.

• Required:
  
  Minimum of 3 years’ experience in parts/warehousing/inventory control within the automotive/truck parts industry.
• Strong written, oral, and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work in a fast‑paced environment.
• Ability to overcome obstacles and find solutions to parts needs for company departments.
• Ability to achieve and maintain proper parts certifications and training for any needed OEM.
• Valid driver’s license.
• Preferred:
  Service Department Experience (will train the right candidate).

Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, protected veteran status and any other protected classes.