Will “Parts Clerk” be Replaced By Robots? 🤔

98% Chance of Automation

“Parts Clerk” will almost certainly be replaced by robots.

This job is ranked #676 out of #702. A higher ranking (i.e., a lower number) means the job is less likely to be replaced.

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

☝️ Information based on the reference occupation “Parts Salespersons”.

Pick up and deliver parts.
Mark and store parts in stockrooms according to prearranged systems.
Place new merchandise on display.
Advise customers on substitution or modification of parts when identical replacements are not available.
Maintain and clean work and inventory areas.
Locate and label parts and maintain inventory of stock.
Fill customer orders from stock and place orders when requested items are out of stock.
Prepare sales slips or sales contracts.
Manage shipments by researching shipping methods or costs and tracking packages.
Measure parts, using precision measuring instruments, to determine whether similar parts may be machined to required sizes.
Discuss use and features of various parts, based on knowledge of machines or equipment.
Receive and fill telephone orders for parts.
Demonstrate equipment to customers and explain functioning of equipment.
Receive payment or obtain credit authorization.
Read catalogs, microfiche viewers, or computer displays to determine replacement part stock numbers and prices.
Examine returned parts for defects, and exchange defective parts or refund money.
Repair parts or equipment.
Determine replacement parts required, according to inspections of old parts, customer requests, or customers' descriptions of malfunctions.
Assist customers, such as responding to customer complaints and updating them about back-ordered parts.