Parts Specialist I (Highways)

Baltimore County•Glen Arm, MD

5d•Onsite

About The Position

Under general supervision, this position assists in the receipt, storage, and issuance of complex vehicle and/or heavy equipment tools, equipment, materials, and supplies. The role involves maintaining inventory accounting records, taking periodic inventory, purchasing routine parts, reconciling procurement card statements, and verifying fixed assets inventory. The Parts Specialist also operates warehouse equipment like forklifts and drives a van truck for material delivery and pickup.

Requirements

Possession of a high school diploma or an appropriate equivalent.
Two years' storekeeping and warehousing experience.
One year of which involved responsible experience in the storage and issuance of vehicle or heavy equipment parts and supplies, or an equivalent combination of training and experience.
Possession of a valid driver's license equivalent to a non-commercial, class C Maryland driver's license is required at the time of appointment.
Knowledge of shipping, receiving, and warehouse operations practices.
Knowledge of storeroom and warehouse inventory management practices and stock control.
Knowledge of safety practices in parts storage and handling.
Knowledge of procurement procedures, purchase orders, and vendor sourcing.
Skills in identifying correct parts utilizing diagrams, schematics, photos, or component description.
Skills in utilizing inventory software such as FASTER or similar systems.
Skills in organizing stockrooms, labeling systems, and parts tracking methods.
Skills in vendor communication and quote comparison.
Ability to cross-reference part numbers between OEM and aftermarket suppliers.
Ability to lift, move, and store parts safely and efficiently.
Ability to adapt to changes in inventory, fleet needs, or procurement processes.
Ability to learn and apply new catalog systems, software, or equipment specifications.
Applicants must state the dates and duties of past and present experience clearly and completely for evaluation purposes.
Must attach transcript(s)/degree(s) and professional license(s)/certification(s) to your application.
Proof of licenses, certifications, and/or education must be submitted with each application.

Responsibilities

Receives, stores, and issues a wide variety of complex vehicle and/or heavy equipment tools, equipment, materials, and supplies.
Packages materials for distribution within the agency according to various schedules and allocations.
Uses computer to maintain inventory accounting records of materials received and issued.
Takes periodic inventory of stock on hand.
Purchases routine parts.
Reconciles procurement card statements.
Maintains related records and files.
Verifies fixed assets inventory.
Adds and deletes items in database and correct errors.
Operates forklift, and other related warehouse equipment.
Drives van truck to deliver or pick up materials and supplies.
Performs other related duties as required.