Parts & Inventory Specialist

Salary : $45,489.60 - $55,267.68 Annually
Location : Bakersfield, CA, CA
Job Type: Regular Full-Time
Job Number: 02455
Department: Public Works
Division: Equipment Fleet
Opening Date: 05/18/2026


Description
SALARY:

$21.87 - $26.57 / Hour
OPENING DATE: 5/11/26
CLOSING DATE: 6/2/26 At 1 PM Pacific Time

THE POSITION:

Under direct supervision, orders, receives, stores, and issues a variety of parts, equipment, materials, and supplies; and performs other work as required.
Representative Duties
The following typical tasks and responsibilities are representative of this class. They are descriptive, not limiting. Essential Duties: Orders, receives, stores, and issues a variety of parts, equipment, materials, and supplies; Issues substitute parts on the basis of knowledge of interchangeability of parts; Operates a vehicle and forklift to pick-up, deliver, load, and unload parts, equipment, materials, and supplies; Performs inventories to ensure adequate levels of stock are available and advises superiors regarding need for purchases; Checks and prepares reports of materials received; Maintains stock records and prepares inventory reports; Reorders stock as necessary based on acceptable usage levels to ensure reasonable on-hand stock and to avoid over stocking; Properly maintains parts, equipment, materials, and supplies in storage status.
Minimum Qualifications
Applications will be accepted only from those applicants who clearly demonstrate on the COMPLETED application & supplemental questionnaire that they meet the below requirements:

• Graduated from high school or GED program; AND
• One (1) year of experience with computerized inventory including the procurement, storage, recording, and issuing of parts, equipment, materials, and supplies related to Fleet Services.
• Possession of a valid Class "C" California driver's license.

Highly Desirable

• Advanced knowledge of Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Word, and Adobe software
• 10-Key Data Entry
• Customer Service

Physical Conditions or Special Working Conditions:

• Standard office environment and working conditions
• Must be willing to work outdoors in all weather conditions and in a maintenance environment

Examination (Weighted: 100%)
O RAL APPRAISAL INTERVIEW (Weighted 100%): June 16, 2026 (Tentative)

An appraisal will be made of the applicant's experience, education, training, certification, knowledge, skills, abilities, and personal qualifications for the position. A minimum passing score of 70% is required.


NOTE: Admission to the Examination may be limited to those applicants who demonstrate the best combination of qualifications. Applicants possessing the minimum qualifications are not guaranteed admittance to the Examination. Employment applications must be properly completed in accordance with instructions on face of application form. All pertinent information needed to determine that the applicant meets the minimum qualifications must be shown on the application, resume, supplemental questionnaire, and typing certificate; otherwise, the application may be rejected. NOTE: POSTMARKS will not be accepted Resumes will NOT be accepted in lieu of COMPLETED application.
Full Summary of Benefits by Bargaining Unit:

INSURANCE: The City and the employee share contributions for premiums for health insurance coverage. The City provides life insurance benefits based on bargaining unit. Visit the Cityweb page for detailed information (rates and plan information).

RETIREMENT: Benefits are provided by the City's participation in the Public Employees' Retirement System (PERS). 2% @ 62 for new hire Miscellaneous and 2.7% @ 57 for Safety (Fire & Police). Visit the page for additional information.
01


What best describes your level of education?

• High School
• Associates Degree
• Bachelor's Degree
• Masters Degree
• None of the above

02


Do you possess a valid driver's license?

• Yes
• No

03


How many years of experience with computerized inventory including the procurement, storage, recording, and issuing of parts, equipment, materials, and supplies related to Fleet Services do you possess?

• Less Than 1 Year
• 1 Year
• 2 Years
• 3 Years
• 4 or More Years
• None

04


Briefly explain your work experience and dates for the years selected in question #3. Do not write see resume/application.
05


Please select each of the following in which you have parts and inventory sales, issues, and purchasing experience. This experience must also be reflected in your application. (check all that apply):

• Car, Pickup, SUV
• Alternative Fuel Vehicles (LNG, CNG, Propane)
• Hybrid, Electric, Golf Cart
• Dealership (Chevrolet, Dodge, Ford, etc.)
• Municipal (Fire Apparatus, Refuse, Street Sweeper
• Recycling (Conveyor, Trommel Screen, Wood Grinder)
• Small Equipment (Riding Lawnmower, Tractor)
• Heavy / Construction Equipment (Dump Trucks, Loaders, Excavators)
• Other
• None of the above

06


Briefly explain your work experience and dates for each item selected in question #5. Do not write see resume/application.
07


Please describe your experience in the following desirable skills: Microsoft Word, Excel, 10-key data entry, and Customer Service. Do not write see resume/application.
08


I am available and willing to work all shifts including nights, weekends, and holidays, in addition to working overtime as assigned.

• Yes
• No

09


I understand that all future correspondence with the City with regards to this recruitment will be via e-mail provided on my application. Please keep your contact information up-to-date and ensure that your e-mail spam filter allows you to receive messages from View email address on click.appcast.io. Note: All City examination notices are also available via your Government Jobs profile.

• Yes
• No

10


I understand that I must submit a completed Application, Supplemental Questionnaire, and Resume by the filing deadline, June 3, 2026, at 1 PM, in order to have my application accepted. You may submit these documents on-line as an attachment; mail or bring to the Human Resources Department, City Hall 1600 Truxtun Avenue, 1st Floor, Bakersfield, CA 93301; email to View email address on click.appcast.io, or Fax to View phone number on click.appcast.io. The Certificate and the Resume must reference the recruitment name and number (i.e. Parts & Inventory Specialist #02455) and be submitted to the attention of Kevin Mendoza.

• Yes
• No

Required Question