Sr Parts Technician
About The Position
Under routine supervision, the Sr Parts Technician mentors teammates to ensure parts are available to truck and trailer repair technicians. The role regularly delegates inventory management, audits, ordering, and shipping tasks to maintain adequate supplies. It also maintains information systems, reports, and departmental support functions; procures parts and services from external vendors at competitive prices; and regularly interacts with maintenance leadership. The position may involve working outdoors in the elements, across multiple shifts including nights or weekends, and overtime. Full-time attendance is required. Applicants may be considered for Parts Technician I, II, or Senior level based on verified experience and position availability. The role is not eligible for employment-based sponsorship.
Requirements
- High school diploma or GED and up to two years of direct experience and/or training, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
- Ability to work outdoors in the elements or across multiple shifts, including nights or weekends, if needed.
- Ability to fulfill the physical requirements of the job, including lifting more than 50 pounds, bending, stooping, pushing, and pulling.
- Ability to wear appropriate work attire, including protective gear/PPE.
Nice To Haves
- Ability to multitask.
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
- Proficient deductive reasoning skills.
- Experience working in a fast-paced environment.
- Proficient active listening skills.
- Proficient organizational skills.
- Proficient time management skills.
- Self-motivation.
- Ability to exercise discretion.
- Ability to make time-sensitive decisions.
Responsibilities
- Forecast inventory turnover and replenishment, monitor stock levels, and order parts as needed based on sales information and reorder points.
- Observe all company safety requirements.
- Perform other duties as required or assigned.
- Maintain a clean, orderly work environment free of trash and hazards.
- Ship and receive shop tools requiring repair or replacement.
- Retain and ship parts; maintain company information systems for parts and fuel; stock inbound parts in the proper locations and update systems.
- Gather management reports on parts usage, sales, and other timely data.
- Provide administrative support, including copying and typing correspondence, maintaining records, and filing.
- Perform daily technician tasks and, as needed, Parts Manager duties such as ordering stock and reviewing needs with local vendors.
- Fulfill technicians' parts requests and ensure parts are properly charged to the unit under repair.
- Ensure each unit has required equipment inventory and assess usability and replacement of non-functional equipment.
- Ensure safety, OSHA, First Aid, and other required items are stocked and available.
- Forecast and manage adequate storage for ample, damage-free inventory in accordance with company Warranty Retention and Core Management procedures.
- Conduct cycle counts and periodic inventories as required.
- Provide mentorship to teammates and regularly delegate inventory-related tasks.
Benefits
- Medical benefit
- Dental benefit
- Vision benefit
- 401(k) retirement plan
- Life insurance
- Short-term and long-term disability coverage
- Paid time off commensurate with tenure, including vacation and sick time
- Six weeks of paid maternity leave
- Two weeks of paid parental leave
- Six paid holidays annually
- Possible sign-on bonus for a limited time, subject to eligibility
- Relocation assistance may be available for qualified candidates located outside a 50-mile radius
- Career growth opportunities
- Company-provided uniforms and annual boot program
- Safety culture with bonus incentives
- Technician Career Advancement (TCA) program
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Senior
Education Level
High school or GED
