Automobile Parts Salespeople - Working Conditions

In a typical work setting, parts salespeople:

Have a high level of social contact.
Communicate with coworkers and customers daily by telephone, e-mail, or in person.
Sometimes deal with unpleasant, angry, or discourteous customers. Customers may become upset if they have to wait for assistance.
Are often placed in conflict situations.
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Are responsible for work outcomes and results of other workers.
Are responsible for customers' safety. They need to be sure they find the correct replacement parts for customer vehicles, for example.
Work in a group or as part of a team.

Always work indoors. May work outdoors when helping a customer, such as replacing windshield wipers.
Often are exposed to contaminants, such as fluids used in cars.
Are often exposed to sounds and noise levels that are distracting and uncomfortable. Stores may become loud when they are busy.
May work in environments that do not have heat or air conditioning, such as a warehouse.
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Work near coworkers and customers, but usually have a few feet of space separating them from others.

Must be very exact in performing their jobs. Errors could cause parts to be stored in the wrong places.
Repeat the same tasks over and over, such as taking inventory of stock.
Make decisions on a daily basis that strongly impact customers. They rarely consult supervisors before making decisions.
Set their tasks for the day without consulting with a supervisor.
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May compete with other salespeople or stores.
Must meet strict deadlines on a daily basis.