Joliet, IL
Salesperson jobs in Joliet, IL
3 open roles from 1 employer. Checked Oct 6, 2026.
What these openings look like
All 3 are at Advance Auto Parts. None of these postings publish a pay range. They are a mix of part time and full time. The most recent went up on Sep 14, 2026.
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Open roles
What they ask salesperson candidates here
Drawn from the 3 open postings on this page. The ones that come up across several employers are near the top.
A customer says their car won't start and asks what they need. How do you figure out what to sell them?
What they are checking: Whether they ask good questions and use basic automotive knowledge to find the right part.
How would you test a battery and explain the results to a customer?
What they are checking: Whether they understand basic battery testing, one of the DIY services the store offers.
The part a customer needs isn't in stock. What can you do?
What they are checking: Whether they know to source from other stores, hubs or suppliers instead of sending the customer away.
Tell me about a time you helped someone even when you didn't know the answer right away.
What they are checking: Whether they are honest and resourceful in getting customers what they need.
How would you suggest an extra item, like wiper blades or oil, without being pushy?
What they are checking: Whether they can help reach sales goals while keeping customer trust.
What does open availability mean to you, and can you work nights and weekends?
What they are checking: Whether their schedule fits a store that is busiest when people are off work.
Inventory tasks like truck put away and cycle counts matter here. Why do you think accurate counts are important?
What they are checking: Whether they understand that bad inventory data leads to lost sales and upset customers.
A customer is frustrated because the part they bought didn't fit. How do you handle it?
What they are checking: Whether they stay calm, fix the problem and keep the customer coming back.
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