Counter Sales Specialist – Hydraulic & Industrial Hose
About The Position
Stuart Hose & Pipe, a SunSource company, is a leading hose and pipe distributor in the Southwest with over 70,000 in-stock products, serving markets such as Oil & Gas, Petrochem, Industrial, Food & Beverage, Construction, and Agriculture. We are seeking an experienced, hands-on Counter Sales Specialist to join our team. This role involves solving problems for contractors, fleet operators, manufacturing plants, and field technicians who require immediate, reliable solutions. As the direct face of our branch, you will assist walk-in and call-in customers in identifying the correct components, fabricating custom assemblies, and managing orders from initiation to completion.
Requirements
- Proven hands-on experience in hydraulic and industrial hose assembly, crimping, and fitting identification.
- Strong working knowledge of thread types, hose construction, pressure ratings, and fluid conveyance applications.
- Ability to read calipers, thread pitch gauges, tape measures, and crimp spec charts accurately.
- Comfortable learning and navigating point-of-sale / ERP software for order entry, inventory lookups, and quoting.
- Ability to stand on your feet throughout the day, lift up to 50 lbs, and work with shop fabrication machinery safely.
- Strong communication skills, dependable attendance, and a problem-solving mindset under fast-paced counter conditions.
Nice To Haves
- Previous experience in fluid power distribution, industrial supply, or heavy equipment parts counters.
- Bilingual (English / Spanish) is a plus.
Responsibilities
- Greet walk-in customers, take incoming orders, clarify application requirements, and recommend the correct hose, fittings, adapters, and accessories.
- Build, crimp, cut, and test hydraulic and industrial hose assemblies to customer specifications and industry standards.
- Measure and identify thread types (NPT, JIC, ORFS, metric, BSPP, etc.), flange patterns, hose specs, and pressure ratings on sample parts brought in by customers.
- Enter counter tickets, quotes, and transfers accurately using our ERP system; check stock availability and manage lead times.
- Assist with restocking counter bins, cycle counts, receiving inbound transfers, and maintaining a clean, safe assembly and showroom area.
Benefits
- Competitive hourly pay based on technical experience
- Comprehensive benefits package (Medical, Dental, Vision)
- 401(k)
- Paid time off and company-paid holidays
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
