Parts Specialist Public Works

Marion County requires on-site work. Remote work is not available.

GENERAL STATEMENT OF DUTIES

Under general supervision to perform duties related to the purchase storage and inventory of regularly needed parts supplies and materials for Public Works; maintain accurate records and inventory; researches and makes purchases via the Internet for new materials or products; and performs other related duties as assigned.

SUPERVISION RECEIVED

Works under the direct supervision of the Fleet Shop Supervisor or the Assistant Fleet Supervisor who assigns duties and evaluates work performance and effectiveness.

SUPERVISION EXERCISED

Supervision of employees is not a responsibility of positions in this class.

Typical Duties - Duties include but are not limited to the following

This position provides ordering and inventory support for the Consolidated Fleet Management (CFM) and Shops programs.

Item Request Processing

• Accept Item Requests and verify forms have been completed accurately.
• Follow County Procurement Rules and ensure proper authorization is present prior to fulfilling requests.
• Fulfill requests by either pulling from stocking inventory and / or ordering from vendors via phone computer and in person.
• Conduct in-depth research of requested items identifying best value purchases and placing orders.
• Receive ordered parts and supplies.
• Maintain open communications with Mechanics and Customers asking clarifying questions provide updates and verifying accuracy of request fulfillment.
• Notify the ordering party of the item(s) arrival and stage the item(s) in the appropriate location for future collection.

General Program Support

Inventory Management

Other Job Duties

Requirements for the Position

EXPERIENCE AND TRAINING

SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS

KNOWLEDGE SKILLS AND ABILITIES

Knowledge of parts management methods and practices; inventory methods; the standard practices materials and methods used in maintaining repairing and overhauling automotive and construction equipment; materials and equipment commonly used in the Public Works Operations Department; and applicable laws rules and regulations related to purchasing; parts catalogues quality of automotive brands; and purchasing methods.

Skill and ability to make simple arithmetic computations; maintain inventories and keep records; carry out oral and written instructions; work independently; work effectively with vendors and employees; basic computer; accurately complete data entry; and operate a motor vehicle.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

Drives a motor vehicle in the performance of duties; sees using depth perception; stands; sits; moves about the work area; bends forward; climbs 1 floor of stairs; reaches overhead; lifts up to 50 lbs. pushes pulls up to 100 lbs. and carries items weighing up to 50 lbs.; rapid mental / hand / eye coordination; operates a keyboard; speaks clearly and audibly; reads a 12 pt. font; distinguishes colors and shades; hears at a normal speech level; may use office equipment chemicals such as toner; may be exposed to wet areas walking to other buildings; possible risk of exposure to heat cold dust humidity smoke vibration chemical; ladders and scaffolding; w ork is performed in an industrial shop environment or driving a light vehicle to pick up or deliver parts or supplies in a variety of inclement weather conditions. The shop environment is noisy drafty and dusty. Incumbents frequently handle dirty and greasy parts that are sometimes heavy. Work includes the use of a computer using word processing data entry programs and e-mail programs or programs specific to the position.

PUBLIC SERVICE LOAN FORGIVENESS

Marion County is a qualifying public employer for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program. Through the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program full-time employees working at the County may qualify for forgiveness of the remaining balance on Direct Student Loans after 120 qualifying monthly payments under a qualifying repayment plan. Questions about your student loan eligibility should be directed to your loan servicer or the US Department of Education.

VISA SPONSORSHIP

Marion County does not offer VISA sponsorship. Within three days of hireyou will be required to complete the US Department of Homeland Securitys I-9 form confirming authorization to work in the United States. Marion County is an E-Verify employer and will use E-Verify to confirm that hires are authorized to work in the United States.

VETERANS PREFERENCE

Applicants are eligible to use Veterans Preference when applying with Marion County in accordance with ORS 408.225 408.230 and 408.235 and OAR and . Preference will be awarded only if the applicant meets the minimum requirements of the position and attaches the required documentation at the time of application.

DOCUMENTS REQUIRED FOR VETERANS PREFERENCE

MEMBER COPY 4 of the Certificate of Release or Discharge from Active Duty (DD Form 214 or 215); OR

A copy of their Veterans disability preference letter from the Department of Veterans Affairs; OR

You can request copies of your military service record through the National Archives website at County is an Equal Opportunity Affirmative Action Veteran and Disability employer committed to increasing the diversity of its workforce.

Applicants with a disability may request reasonable accommodation through Human Resources in any step of the process to assist them in demonstrating their qualifications to perform the duties of the position for which they are applying. Please e-mail Human Resourcesif you wish to request an accommodation.

Required Experience :

IC

Key Skills

Typing,Public Relations,Video Editing,Interviewing,Media Relations,Qualitative Research Interviewing,Research Experience,Social Media Management,Leadership Experience,Public Speaking,Blogging,Writing Skills

Employment Type : Full-Time

Experience : years

Vacancy : 1

Hourly Salary Salary : 22 - 30