Fleet Parts Specialist (Senior Warehouser -BU)

Fleet Parts Specialist (Senior Warehouser -BU)

Salary

$41.32 - $44.52 Hourly

Location

FAS Charles St. Complex - Fleet Maintenance Facility, 805 S. Charles Street, Seattle, WA

Job Type

Classified Civil Service, Regular, Full-Time

Job Number

2026-01234

Department

Finance and Administrative Services

Opening Date

09/11/2026

Closing Date

10/13/2026 4:00 PM Pacific

Language Premium

No

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Position Description

Are you a parts professional captivated by the dynamic changes in the industry and want to work for an organization that is focused on delivering the next generation of fleet management and mobility? The City of Seattle is seeking a Fleet Parts Specialist (Senior Warehouser-BU) to join our team of highly skilled professionals that ensure vehicles stay on the road to help City departments provide services to Seattle residents.

The Fleet Parts Specialist is a linchpin of shop operations and joins other fleet professionals from the mechanic, body, and metal shops to ensure that the City's equipment is safe to use and available when needed. This is a very collaborative role, with a focus on partnering with others to get the right part the first time, when it is needed. An average day will be comprised of several different duties and activities. These may change daily, based on operational needs, so flexibility and being proactive is essential. Good communication is a key to operational efficiency, both within the parts team and when communicating with the shops. Similarly, accuracy is critical. There are a lot of moving pieces in the Fleet Operations environment, so the ability to manage time and quickly shift gears is a highly valued skill.

The successful candidate will have knowledge of the mechanical parts of a wide variety of vehicles, equipment, and components, will be self-motivated, able to work under general guidance to support overall team goals, and will be available to work assigned shifts between the hours of 6:00am-midnight. Shift assignments are rotated based on operational needs. All fleet operations personnel are part of city emergency responses and must be available for overtime and on-call schedules when needed.

ABOUT US

FAS is often the publics first interaction with the City of Seattle, operating as a customer-focused front door that assists with everything from paying utilities or reporting a pothole to requesting public information or even adopting a new pet.

The 500-plus employees of FAS span across 10 divisions and work behind-the-scenes providing critical functions, like managing 120 City facilities-including police and fire stations-overseeing the Citys neighborhood customer service centers and Customer Service Bureau and making sure minority-owned businesses can equitably compete for City contracts. No matter the need, FAS is here-at your service.

Job Responsibilities

• Collaborate with mechanics and other operations teams to identify parts needed for repair and maintenance
• Utilize manufacturer and vendor resources to source specialized parts for light and heavy-duty vehicles, construction and off-road equipment, and specialized/customized city assets.
• Proactively engage with operations supervisors to evaluate parts acquisition timing and costs
• Develop and maintain good relationships with contracted and non-contracted vendors to ensure reliable and accurate parts supplies
• Respond to parts requests and update special order information in a consistent and timely manner - because good communication is the key to operational efficiency
• Perform routine parts management duties such as cycle counts and perpetual inventory, shipping and receiving, parts pick up and deliveries
• Create and manage purchase orders, bill parts on repair orders, process vendor invoices
• Work in a standardized manner, as part of a team, to support multiple locations
• Lead and train other team members and support daily operations
• Other independent and collaborative duties as assigned

Qualifications

Minimum Qualifications:

One (1) year of warehousing or parts experience (or a combination of education and/or training and/or experience which provides an equivalent background required to perform the work of this position).

• Able to work any shift between 6am-midnight.
• Requires current State of Washington drivers license and safe driving record.

Desired Qualifications (any combination):

• Experience providing excellent customer service and using sound professional judgment
• Knowledge of vehicle and equipment parts and components
• Experience using parts catalogs and the internet to research and obtain parts for vehicle and equipment subsystems
• Parts retail or wholesale counter experience
• Experience working in a lead capacity
• ASE Parts Specialist certification

Work Environment/Physical Demands:

• Ability to stand and walk for extended periods of time.
• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds.
• Able to work any shift between 6am-midnight.
• Ability to handle and work with materials containing toxic/hazardous substances.
• This position requires full-time onsite work in shop facilities.

PLEASE NOTE: This job advertisement is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

Additional Information

This position is classified as a Senior Warehouser-BU. It is Civil Service represented, FLSA non-exempt and is eligible for overtime. It is represented by Teamsters Local 117. The full range for this step-progression position is $41.32 - $44.52 per hour.

Application Process

To be considered, submit a complete and detailed application no later than October 13, 2026, at 4:00 p.m. Pacific Time.

For optimal consideration, you are encouraged to include a cover letter and resume. In your cover letter, please share your interest in this work and how your experience aligns with the role. Your resume should summarize your relevant skills, knowledge, and experience.

Qualified candidates may be invited to take a written test. Applications will be reviewed weekly, and testing will take approximately one hour.

Testing and Interview Location: 805 S. Charles Street, Seattle, WA 98134

Background Check:

Applicants must successfully pass a background check, which will be conducted in accordance with Seattle's Fair Chance Employment Ordinance, SMC 14.17. Applicants will be given a chance to explain or correct background information and provide verifiable information of good conduct and rehabilitation.

Pre-Employment Physical:

Successful candidates will be required to pass a pre-employment physical exam.

Driving Record:

A current, "FULL" driving abstract from the Department of Licensing is required to be submitted upon offer of employment. Candidates with driving history that does not meet our current safety standards will be disqualified from consideration. Current City of Seattle Employees in a driving position may be required to submit an updated abstract.

Why work at the City of Seattle?

The City of Seattle recognizes every City employee must play a role in ending institutional and structural racism. Our culture is the result of our behavior, our personal commitments, and the ways that we courageously share our perspectives and encourage others to do the same. To cultivate an antiracist culture, we seek employees who will engage in the Race and Social Justice Initiative by working to dismantle racist policies and procedures, unlearn the way things have always been done, and provide equitable processes and services. The City of Seattle offers a comprehensive benefits package including vacation, holiday, and sick leave as well as medical, dental, vision, life and long-term disability insurance for employees and their dependents. More information about employee benefits is available on the Citys website at: https://www.seattle.gov/human-resources/benefits

Who May Apply:

The City of Seattle values diverse perspectives and life experiences. Applicants will be considered regardless of race, color, creed, national origin, ancestry, sex, marital status, disability, religious or political affiliation, age, sexual orientation, medical condition, or pregnancy. The City of Seattle encourages people of all backgrounds to apply, including people of color, immigrants, refugees, women, LGBTQ, people with disabilities, veterans, and those with diverse life experiences. If you have questions regarding this bulletin or employment at Finance and Administrative Services, please send an email to John.Blackmore@seattle.gov.

FAS promotes diversity and inclusion in employment. If accommodations are needed during the selection process, please contact us.

CANDIDATE NOTIFICATION:

Many important notifications including interview or test invitations, result notices, and status updates will be sent electronically to the email address provided on the application. It is important that you provide a valid email address. Please add John.Blackmore@seattle.gov to your email address book and to the list of approved senders to prevent email notifications from being filtered as spam/junk/clutter mail. Candidates can also check for notifications by logging into governmentjobs.com and viewing their profile inbox, which saves a copy of all emailed notices. It is the applicants responsibility to take the above steps to view correspondence.

The City of Seattle offers a comprehensive benefits package including vacation, holiday and sick leave as well as medical, dental, vision, life and long-term disability insurance for employees and their dependents.

More information about employee benefits is available on the Citys website at:

Benefits - Human Resources | seattle.gov

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Do you have knowledge of vehicle parts and components?

• Yes
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Do you have experience invoicing or billing using a computer system?

• Yes
• No

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Do you have experience providing in person customer service?

• Yes
• No

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Do you have experience researching and obtaining parts online?

• Yes
• No

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This position requires rotating shifts between 6am-midnight. Are you able to work any assigned shift from 6am - midnight, Monday - Friday? (for example 6:00am-2:30pm or 3:30pm-midnight)

• Yes
• No

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Do you have a current Washington State driver's license?

• Yes
• No, but I can obtain one by the time of hire
• No and I cannot obtain one by the time of hire

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Employer City of Seattle

Address Seattle Municipal Tower

700 5th Avenue, Suite 5500

Seattle, Washington, 98104

Website http://www.seattle.gov/jobs