Partsman, Transportation

Days Per Year: 260

MIN: $24.75

MID: $29.11

JOB TITLE: Partsman-Transportation

Transportation Department

REPORTS TO: Shop Supervisor

WAGE/HOUR STATUS: Nonexempt

PAY GRADE: Aux 9

PRIMARY PURPOSE:

The Parts Technician assists in maintaining parts/supply room. Purchase, stock, distribute, and maintain inventory of parts, supplies, and materials for repairing and maintaining district vehicles.

All employees of SISD are expected to act with integrity, support organizational goals, communicate in a clear and respectful manner, championing the needs of our students and drive continuous improvement.

QUALIFICATIONS:

Required:

• High School graduate or GED from an accredited institution

Preferred:

• One+ years experience in inventory parts management

SPECIAL KNOWLEDGE/SKILLS:

• Effective communication skills
• Knowledge of auto parts and terminology
• Knowledge of purchasing procedures
• Ability to lift heavy equipment and tools
• Ability to use computer and automated inventory system
• Capable of obtaining Commercial Driver's License (CDL) - Class A or B
• Capable of obtaining and maintaining state bus driver's certification-applicant's responsibility

MAJOR RESPONSIBILITIES AND DUTIES:

• Contact vendors to check on availability of parts and supplies.
• Ensure parts catalogs and order books are current.
• Initiate purchase orders for parts and supplies to maintain established inventory levels.
• Collaborate and maintain a positive working relationship with vendors and shop personnel.
• Monitor parts room inventory and perform periodic inventory audits, verify accuracy, and account for discrepancies.
• Utilize computerized system to record and track receipt and issuance of parts and supplies.
• Pick up parts order or arrange for delivery.
• Assist with loading and unloading delivery trucks.
• Open crates and other containers, unpack items received, and inspect for damage and defects.
• Receive deliveries and verify accuracy of shipments by counting, weighing, or measuring and comparing size, weight, description, and coded numbers with information on invoice or packing slip and purchase orders; record any discrepancies or damage.
• Create and maintain all physical and electronic records and files required, including computerized parts and supplies inventory.
• Verify pricing of parts and supplies complies with state contracts and obtain price quotes for special orders and repairs.
• Monitor fuel usage and fuel storage tank level readings, and assist with the ordering of fuel and scheduling of deliveries.
• Operate tools and equipment according to established safety procedures.
• Follow established safety procedures and techniques to perform job duties including lifting, climbing, etc.
• Correct unsafe conditions in work area and report any conditions that are not correctable to supervisor immediately.
• Maintain clean and orderly parts and supply room, cabinets and equipment.
• Adhere to contracts, policies, procedures, guidelines, and State and Federal laws.
• Performs related duties as assigned.

Equipment Used:

• Computer
• Telephone
• Printer
• Calculator
• Bar code scanner
• Copier
• Fax machine
• Hand tools

WORKING CONDITIONS:

The usual and customary methods of performing the job's functions require the following physical demands: Moderate walking, standing, climbing, heavy lifting, carrying, stooping, bending, kneeling, and reaching. Work outside and inside, around moving objects, vehicles, and machinery with moving parts. Exposed to dampness and humidity, chemicals, exhaust fumes, gasoline, and diesel fuel. Environmental Conditions: Work outside and inside; moderate exposure to extreme temperature (hot and cold) and vehicle fumes.

The foregoing statements describe the general purpose and responsibilities assigned to this job and are not an exhaustive list of all responsibilities and duties that may be assigned or skills that may be required.