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Retail

Parts Salesperson

Sell spare and replacement parts and equipment in repair shop or parts store.

Annual openings

597

Median wage

$47,660

Typical education

Education not reported

Growth 2026–2032

+8%

Median wage source: Colorado BLS OEWS (2025).

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Typical education

Education not reported

Credential requirement

No certification is required or expected for this job.

Work experience

This is an entry-level role so no experience is required.

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Automation exposure

Moderate exposure

Some routine tasks may shift as tools improve, but the role is likely to adapt.

A typical day

  1. Receive payment or obtain credit authorization.
  2. Assist customers, such as responding to customer complaints and updating them about back-ordered parts.
  3. Fill customer orders from stock, and place orders when requested items are out of stock.
  4. Receive and fill telephone orders for parts.
  5. Locate and label parts, and maintain inventory of stock.
  6. Prepare sales slips or sales contracts.
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