Parts Driver - Bob Swope Ford

Join a Legacy of Excellence with the Swope Family of Dealerships!

Since 1952, the Swope Family of Dealerships has been a proud part of the Hardin County community. With over 70 years of service and multiple locations across the area, we’ve built more than a business—we’ve built a legacy rooted in trust, integrity, and community connection.

At Swope, we believe in more than just selling and servicing vehicles—we believe in supporting the people and neighborhoods around us. We’re passionate about giving back and actively involved in local initiatives, and we encourage our associates to get involved.

Position Summary

The Parts Driver is responsible for the safe, timely, and accurate delivery and pickup of automotive parts and materials between the dealership, guest, wholesale accounts, vendors, and other locations. This position provides excellent guest service while maintaining a professional appearance and representing the dealership in a positive manner.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Safely operate dealership vehicles to deliver and pick up automotive parts, equipment, and related materials.
• Deliver parts to wholesale customers, body shops, repair facilities, other dealerships, and internal departments.
• Verify parts and quantities against invoices, packing slips, or delivery paperwork before leaving the dealership.
• Obtain signatures or other required documentation upon delivery.
• Load and unload parts carefully to prevent damage to parts, vehicles, or property.
• Maintain an organized delivery route and complete deliveries in a timely manner.
• Pick up parts from vendors, suppliers, and other dealership locations as needed.
• Communicate with the Parts Department regarding delivery status, delays, missing parts, or discrepancies.
• Assist with organizing and maintaining the parts delivery area and dealership vehicles.
• Maintain the cleanliness and general condition of assigned delivery vehicles.
• Perform routine vehicle inspections and promptly report maintenance or safety concerns.
• Follow all traffic laws, dealership safety policies, and company procedures.
• Maintain a valid driver's license and acceptable driving record.
• Provide courteous and professional service to guests and business partners.
• Handle parts and customer property with care and maintain confidentiality when appropriate.
• Assist the Parts Department with stocking, organizing, and other duties during periods when deliveries are not being made.
• Perform other duties as assigned by the Parts Manager or dealership management.

• High school diploma or equivalent preferred.
• Valid driver's license with a safe and acceptable driving record.
• Previous delivery, warehouse, automotive, or customer service experience preferred.
• Automotive parts knowledge is helpful but not required.
• Ability to communicate effectively with customers, vendors, and dealership employees.
• Dependable, punctual, and able to work independently.
• Professional appearance and positive attitude.
• Ability to follow directions and prioritize multiple deliveries and tasks.

Physical Requirements

• Ability to frequently lift, carry, push, and pull automotive parts and materials.
• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds
• Ability to stand, walk, bend, stoop, reach, and climb in and out of a vehicle throughout the workday.
• Ability to safely load and unload parts from a delivery vehicle.
• Ability to work in varying weather conditions while making deliveries.
• Ability to sit and drive for extended periods as required by delivery routes.

Benefits

• PTO and Sick Time available first of the month after 60 days of employment
• Holiday Pay starting first day of employment
• Wellness Reimbursement
• Health Insurance
• HSA - Health Savings account with company match (dollar for dollar match)
• 401K with Company match
• Vision Insurance
• Dental Insurance
• Company paid basic life insurance and AD&D insurance
• Supplemental life Insurance
•  Company paid Short Term Disability
• Long Term Disability
• Critical Illness and Accident Coverage
• Prepaid Legal Insurance
• Identity Theft Protection
• Discount Programs
• Referral Programs
• Employee Assistance Program
• Pet Insurance