Full-Time
Delivery Driver
Parts Authority
1,001-5,000 employees
Automotive aftermarket parts distributor
Compensation Overview
$17.13/hr
Vancouver, WA, USA
In Person
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- A current, valid driver's license is required.
- The driver must meet company insurance requirements and be at least 21 years old.
- Current valid automobile insurance with the applicant's name on the policy is required.
- Ability to lift, move, push, and pull up to 50 pounds and tolerate prolonged sitting is required; Auto Body Parts Collision Drivers must be able to lift 75 pounds.
- Ability to manage, track, and account for money transactions and reconcile customer credit and debt balances is required.
- Ability to use a tablet or mobile device for navigation, route optimization, tracking, and customer interface or signature capture is required.
- Ability to communicate effectively and professionally with tact and diplomacy is required.
- Ability to take and follow directions and work well with others as part of a team is required.
- Pick up and drop off automotive parts while adhering to assigned routes and time schedules.
- Load, transport, and deliver items to customers or businesses in a timely, friendly, and courteous manner.
- Review orders before and after delivery to ensure they are complete, charges are correct, and customers are satisfied.
- Take and follow directions from the dispatcher, adhere to assigned routes and schedules, use route-navigation applications and alternative routes when necessary, and use knowledge of the area to deliver packages on time.
- Assist with loading and unloading items from vehicles without interfering with operations at the customer's place of business.
- Provide customer service, answer questions, and professionally handle customer complaints and concerns.
- Abide by transportation laws and maintain a safe driving record.
- Accept payments; prepare reports including invoices and return forms; reconcile debt, credit, and money collected in connection with deliveries.
- Complete daily maintenance checks on the company delivery vehicle when applicable and notify the manager of any issues.
- Assist with other store and warehouse duties, including stocking and pulling parts, as assigned.
- Maintain and promote workplace safety.
- Secure and transfer cash or other assets.
- A flexible schedule and the ability to work overtime as needed are preferred.
- Previous delivery-driving experience is a plus.
Parts Authority is a national distributor of automotive replacement parts, tools, equipment, and transmissions for repair shops, fleets, and wholesale distributors. It offers a catalog of over 3 million parts that cover more than 125 million vehicle applications and fulfills orders through a wide distribution network. The company has grown by integrating more than a dozen acquisitions since 1972 and uses its purchasing power to secure favorable supplier terms. Its goal is to provide reliable, cost-effective parts at scale for the automotive aftermarket and to expand its reach through acquisitions and strong supplier relationships.
Company Size
1,001-5,000
Company Stage
N/A
Total Funding
N/A
Headquarters
Hempstead, New York
Founded
1972
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Simplify's Take
What believers are saying
- The Olive Branch hub opened Aug. 10, 2026, boosting delivery times and capacity.
- NPW brings more than 1 million part numbers and 700 brands.
- CEO Clark Hale keeps buying competitors, strengthening inventory breadth and supplier leverage.
What critics are saying
- Cranmore v. Parts Authority alleges Bronx wage theft and immigration-status discrimination.
- Pilabre v. Parts Authority targets subcontracting tactics to deny overtime to hundreds.
- Rapid acquisitions and a new hub risk integration failures, service lapses, and margin compression.
What makes Parts Authority unique
- Aug. 2026 Mississippi hub enables faster coast-to-coast fulfillment.
- NPW acquisition added 46 locations and five new states on Aug. 11, 2026.
- Nearly 325 locations plus e-commerce create dense, omnichannel auto-parts distribution.
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Health Insurance
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6 month growth
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↑ 19%Parts Authority acquires NPW, adding 46 Auto supply locations. The deal marks a major geographic expansion into five new states for Parts Authority, one day after it announced the opening of a large Mississippi distribution hub. Automotive replacement parts distributor Parts Authority has acquired aftermarket supplies distributor NPW Companies, adding 46 locations and substantially expanding its geographic reach. Lake Success, NY-based Parts Authority announced the deal Aug. 11, saying the addition of Miami-based NPW brings its combined network to nearly 325 locations while taking the company into five new states. Founded in 1969, NPW is a family-owned distributor of traditional, engine and performance parts. Its catalog includes more than 1 million part numbers from more than 700 brands. NPW's leadership and employees will join Parts Authority as part of the transaction, with NPW President and CEO Chris Pacey continuing as President of NPW/EPW while also taking on a senior role with Parts Authority. "NPW's locations are a natural complement to our existing footprint, allowing us to put more inventory closer to the customers of both companies," Parts Authority CEO Clark Hale said. NPW operates 17 distribution centers and 29 retail locations across a broad U.S. footprint, with stores operating under the Bumper to Bumper, Auto Value and Johnny's Auto Parts brands. The acquisition announcement came one day after Parts Authority detailed another major network expansion. On Aug. 10, the company opened a 450,000-square-foot distribution facility in Olive Branch, MS, marking its entry into the state. Located outside Memphis, the facility is intended to serve as a major distribution hub, accelerate deliveries and provide capacity for additional geographic expansion. "It gives us the platform to accelerate delivery times today while opening the door to future geographic expansion," Hale said of the Mississippi facility. Parts Authority, founded in 1973, distributes automotive and truck parts to service centers, jobbers, fleets and national accounts, along with customers through its e-commerce channel. The company said it has acquired more than a dozen businesses as part of its expansion strategy in recent years. MDM analysis. For distributors serving the automotive aftermarket, the back-to-back moves show Parts Authority pursuing both density and reach - acquiring established customer relationships and inventory depth while adding capacity to accelerate regional fulfillment. That raises the service-level bar in a market where parts availability and delivery speed often matter more than price alone. Regional competitors should watch for pressure on delivery expectations, supplier leverage and account consolidation. Recommended Reading
Parts Authority has acquired NPW Companies, a family-owned automotive parts distributor based in Miami. The deal adds NPW's 46 locations to Parts Authority's network, bringing the combined company to nearly 325 locations across the United States. The acquisition expands Parts Authority's geographic reach into five new states. NPW brings more than 1 million part numbers from over 700 brands to the partnership. Founded in 1969, NPW will maintain its leadership team following the transaction. Current president and CEO Chris Pacey will continue as president of NPW/EPW whilst taking on a senior role within Parts Authority. Parts Authority distributes automotive replacement parts, tools and equipment. The company says the acquisition will provide customers with deeper inventory and greater product availability.
Parts Authority opens 450,000-square-foot distribution facility in Olive Branch. August 10, 2026 Parts Authority, a national distributor of automotive replacement parts, tools and equipment, announced the opening of a 450,000-square-foot distribution facility in Olive Branch, Mississippi, on Aug. 10. The launch represents a significant step in the company's nationwide growth strategy, marking its entry into a new state and enhancing its coast-to-coast distribution capabilities. The Olive Branch facility will function as a critical hub within Parts Authority's distribution network, providing a foundation for future expansion. Its location within a key logistics corridor, just outside Memphis, positions the site advantageously alongside major shipping and freight infrastructure. This central placement is expected to significantly accelerate delivery times for commercial clients and repair shops throughout the United States. Additionally, the facility will enable Parts Authority to expand its inventory depth, offering customers a wider selection of parts closer to their operational needs. Clark Hale, CEO of Parts Authority, commented on the strategic importance of the new site. "A building of this scale, in this location, is a strategic and important piece for our omnichannel business and long-term capacity," Hale said. "It gives us the platform to accelerate delivery times today while opening the door to future geographic expansion. Just as importantly, it is the people and the community that make this launch so special. We are proud to welcome the hard-working personnel at this site to the Parts Authority team. Their expertise and dedication will be vital as we bring this facility into our national network." The facility is immediately operational, staffed by an experienced team. This ensures the consistent, dependable service Parts Authority customers expect will be extended to a new market, establishing a base for sustained growth in the region and beyond. Founded in 1973, Parts Authority distributes automotive and truck parts to the aftermarket auto parts industry across the United States. The company serves customers in the commercial channel, including installers, dealerships, fleets and national accounts, as well as through its e-commerce channel. Headquartered in Lake Success, New York, Parts Authority operates over 250 locations spanning the Northeast, Mid-Atlantic, Southeast, Mid-West, Pacific Northwest and Southwest regions. The company has achieved growth through both organic initiatives and strategic acquisitions in recent years, substantially broadening its geographical footprint. Aftermarket Intel tracks the signals shaping the global automotive aftermarket - news, trends and executive-level insight. Visit aftermarketintel.com. To share news, data, or strategic perspectives, contact Editor Mark Phillips at [email protected] or connect on LinkedIn here. Don't miss a single shift in the global automotive aftermarket. Subscribe today.
Parts Authority wins ACE Award for excellence in education.
Lake Success, NY - June 9, 2025 - Parts Authority, a leading distributor of automotive aftermarket parts, today announced it has been awarded the coveted 2025 ACE Award by the Auto Care Association.