Front Counter Sales Representative

Description

If you enjoy working with customers, staying busy, and being part of a team, this role is a good fit.

As a Front Counter Sales Representative, you’ll be the first point of contact in the store—helping customers choose the right products and services while keeping things moving. This is a temporary position with full-time hours for the duration of the contract.

You’ll be part of a team that works together, supports each other, and delivers a consistent experience for every customer.

Responsibilities

• Greet customers and assist with product and service inquiries
• Prepare quotes, explain options clearly, and support sales decisions
• Complete vehicle check-ins, including gathering mileage, tire condition, and service details (outdoors in all weather)
• Look up parts, pricing, and availability using internal systems
• Prepare invoices and process transactions accurately
• Answer calls, book appointments, and maintain accurate customer records
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work environment
• Work closely with the shop team to ensure a smooth customer experience

Requirements

• Previous customer service and sales experience
• Interest in automotive (tires, basic vehicle knowledge, or parts lookup is an asset)
• Comfortable working indoors and outdoors in all weather conditions
• Strong communication skills with a practical, customer-first approach
• Ability to manage multiple tasks in a fast-paced environment
• Valid driver’s license is an asset
• Ability to lift 30–50 lbs as required
• Team-oriented and committed to working safely

What We Offer

• Hourly wage: $20.56
• Hands-on training to build confidence and practical skills
• A supportive, safety-focused team environment
• Opportunity to gain experience in the automotive industry

Store Details

• Address: 511 10th Street SW, Salmon Arm, BC
• Hours of Operation:
  • Monday to Friday: 7:30 - 18:00
  • Saturday: 8:00 - 17:00
• Multiple Training Dates Starting: September 08, 2026

Shifts will be scheduled within store operating hours and may include weekends.

Hiring Process

Shortlisted candidates will be contacted for an interview and may be invited for a guided tour of the store and service area.

Candidates are considered for one location at a time. To help us review applications effectively, please apply to no more than two Kal Tire locations.

All interviews and hiring decisions are being made by Kal Tire’s hiring managers and recruiters. Kal Tire uses AI tools to support parts of recruitment, including but not limited to job posting and pre-screening.

Kal Tire is committed to fostering a workplace where everyone feels valued, included, and empowered to thrive. We embrace diverse perspectives and welcome applications from all backgrounds and experiences. Candidates considered for the role must be legally eligible to work for any employer in Canada.

Solving our customers’ automotive challenges and making a positive impact - It’s how we roll, and it’s been that way since Tom Foord opened the doors to Kal Tire in 1953 in beautiful Vernon, BC. Over the years, we’ve become a trusted partner for large and small industries and fleets across Canada. Our customers rely on our expertise, our make-it-happen approach to service, and our lineup of the most trusted tire brands in over 260 retail locations coast to coast.

Kal Tire is also the largest truck re-treader in Canada, with 11 retread facilities across Canada and internationally, and has a state-of-the-art tire recycling facility in Chile, where 40% of the weight of scrap tires is recycled to return to mines as an alternative fuel. In addition, Kal Tire’s Mining Tire Group is an international leader in mining tire service and supply, servicing more than 150 mine sites across five continents.

Kal Tire offers a culture that fosters inclusion and respect. We are committed to providing accessible employment practices in compliance with the AODA and AMA. Accommodation requests can be made at any stage of the recruitment or employment process. Applicants are asked to make their needs/requirements known.