Parts Assistant
About The Position
Gaston County Public Works supports County operations and internal departments by providing safe, clean, and well-maintained facilities, vehicles, and services. It delivers responsive, cost-effective, customer-focused solutions through teamwork, planning, innovation, current technology, and sustainable practices. The Parts Assistant supports the fleet shop by ordering, receiving, returning, issuing, and organizing vehicle parts; maintaining storeroom inventory and accurate parts and vehicle records; and transporting parts and components to and from outside vendors. The role also assists with day-to-day shop needs. The anticipated hiring range is $18.56–$22.04. Periodic overtime may be required. The selected applicant must undergo a criminal background check and pass a drug screening test before employment. Gaston County does not sponsor applicants for work visas.
Requirements
- High school diploma.
- 1–2 years of experience.
- Valid driver's license.
- Must possess or be willing to obtain a Forklift Operators Permit.
- Ability to match part numbers, packing slips, and invoices to purchase orders; identify the correct part from a technician’s request; lift up to 50 lbs; drive county vehicles safely; follow changing verbal and written instructions; and communicate clearly with technicians, supervisors, and vendors.
- Periodic overtime may be required.
Nice To Haves
- Knowledge of vehicle parts and numbering, storeroom and inventory practices, vendor ordering procedures, and shop and forklift safety.
- Skill with fleet management software such as FASTER or similar, Microsoft Office, forklift operation, and accurate data entry.
Responsibilities
- Order, receive, and return vehicle parts through approved vendors by phone, email, and the Fleet Management Information System (FMIS); check deliveries against packing slips; process returns and core credits; and pull and deliver requested parts to technicians.
- Maintain storeroom inventory in FMIS by issuing parts to work orders, performing cycle counts, and reviewing stock and issue history against reorder points to identify frequently used and slow-moving parts.
- Maintain accurate parts and vehicle records by entering part costs, vendor invoices, and part-number information in FMIS, and correcting duplicate or mismatched part numbers.
- Drive county vehicles to outside vendor locations to pick up parts, deliver components for repair, and return items.
- Unload deliveries, shelve and label parts, and move pallets using a forklift or pallet jack to keep the storeroom organized and safe.
- Perform other duties as assigned by the Parts Coordinator and Fleet Administrator, including shop errands and assistance with surplus requests.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
