Inventory Technician

Salary: $25.43 Hourly
Location : 15100 S. 84th Street, Papillion, NE
Job Type: Full-Time
Job Number: 1306
Department: Fleet Services
Opening Date: 05/21/2026
Closing Date: Continuous


JOB OVERVIEW
****Preference given to current Sarpy County Employees****

GENERAL PURPOSE

Under the general supervision of the Fleet Services Manager or designee, performs a variety of semi-skilled administrative and technical work requiring moderate responsibility and independent judgment.


SELECTION GUIDELINES

Formal application, rating of education and experience, interview, reference checks, successful completion of a national criminal background check, successful completion of a pre-employment drug screen, and other job related tests or checks as may be required.

DISCLAIMER

The job description is current as of the date signed. Any omission of specific statements does not exclude them from the position if they are similar, related, or a logical assignment to the position.

The job description does not constitute an employment agreement between the employer and employee and is subject to change by the employer as the needs of the employer and requirements of the job change.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS, DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

Work with departmental staff to order, stock and maintain a variety of parts for county vehicles.

Establish and maintain effective working relationships with vendors, supervisors, County employees, elected officials, law enforcement, other agencies, and the general public.

Purchase parts, materials, tools and related items for departmental use.

Ensure correct parts are stocked for seasonal work (e.g., lawn equipment, snow plow parts, etc.) keep appropriate size inventory of consumable parts on hand.

Collect and review price information from various vendors to ensure the best price while maintaining quality of parts.

Coordinate deliveries of ordered items with vendors based on mechanics need.

Pickup parts and deliver to other county facilities to reduce down time of vehicles.

Stock parts in inventory and ensure all pertinent information is in inventory management system.

Maintain inventory of essential parts and supplies, restocking as needed.

Maintain and reconcile computerized inventory; ensure parts/supplies are properly charged to shop work orders.

Assist in monthly and annual inventory counts.

Prepare reports and other specialized records for the inventory as required.

Report to assigned worksite with regular, predictable, and consistent attendance.

Peripheral Duties

Assist shop employees with repairs and other duties (e.g., change and repair tires, cleans vehicles and equipment, etc.)

Assist in moving vehicles for repair and deliver trucks to repair facilities.

Serve as a member of various committees as assigned.

Perform other duties as directed and assigned.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
MINIMUM REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS

Education and Experience

High school diploma or GED required.

Specialized training in inventory management or vehicle repair preferred.


Two (2) years of work experience in an inventory management or auto/truck mechanic position required.

Special Requirements

Must have and maintain throughout employment a valid Driver's License, as well as meet eligibility requirements of "acceptable driver standards" as defined by the County.

Necessary Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

Working knowledge of equipment, materials and supplies used in fleet vehicle maintenance and repairs

Working knowledge of computers and peripheral equipment

Working knowledge of applicable safety precautions

Ability to learn specialized inventory management software

Ability to perform basic mathematical computations including multiplication, division, fractions, and percentages

Ability to work under pressure and/or frequent interruptions

Ability to navigate stressful situations while maintaining composure

Ability to understand and follow exacting verbal and written instructions

Ability to prioritize work and carry out assigned projects to completion

Ability to perform tasks with attention to detail and a high degree of accuracy

Ability to communicate effectively, in English, both verbally and in writing

Ability to operate equipment including, but not limited to, multiline phone, computer and multifunction printer; Power tools used for minor vehicle maintenance and repair

PHYSICAL DEMANDS AND WORKING CONDITIONS
PHYSICAL DEMANDS AND WORK ENVIRONMENT

The physical demands and work environment described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential tasks.

Work is typically performed in an office located within a fleet garage and is moderately loud. The incumbent must be available to work days, nights, weekends, holidays, as well as on-call. The employee occasionally works in the shop area near moving mechanical parts and outside in varying weather conditions and is exposed to wet and/or humid conditions, fumes, toxic or caustic chemicals. The employee may be exposed to risk of electrical shock.

LINK TO JOB ANALYSIS:
Required sensory abilities include vision, smell, hearing and touch. Visual abilities, correctable to normal ranges, include close and color vision as well as the depth perception and the ability to adjust focus. Communication abilities include the ability to talk (verbal exchange) and hear within normal ranges.
Sarpy County offers competitive benefits to eligible* employees including:
Health Insurance
Dental Insurance
Life Insurance
Long-term Disability Insurance
Pension Plan
Vacation Leave
Sick Leave
Flexible Spending Accounts
10 designated holidays and 2 floating holidays
Employee Assistance Program

*For eligiblity requirements, reference associated or the Sarpy County
01


What is the highest level of education you have achieved?

• No high school
• High School or GED
• One year of college
• Up to 2 years of college
• Up to 3 years of college
• Bachelor's degree
• Master's degree
• Advanced Degree beyond Master's degree

02


How many years of bona fide work experience do you have in an inventory management or auto/truck mechanic position ?

• none/less than 1 year experience
• 1 year experience
• 2 years experience
• 3 years experience
• 4 years experience
• 5 + years of experience

03


Describe in detail your bona fide work experience in an inventory management or auto/truck mechanic position.
04


Are you able to perform the essential functions of this position with or without accommodation?

• Yes
• No

05


Are you able to meet the physical demands and work environment requirements of this job with or without accommodation?

• Yes
• No

06


Hours of this position are M-F 6am -2:30 pm. Are you able to meet the hours requirement of this position?

• Yes
• No

07


VETERANS PREFERENCE: Are you requesting Veterans Preference as stipulated in Nebraska Statutes § 48-225 to 48-231? Such preference includes initial employment or a return to employment with the State of Nebraska or its governmental subdivisions if termination of previous employment was for other than disciplinary reasons.

• Yes
• No

08


VETERANS PREFERENCE: If you answer yes to claiming Veteran's Preference, you must attach to your application, before submission, a copy of your DD214 including page 4 identifying your character of service (and IF disabled, verification of disability from the VA), OR if you are a spouse of a 100% disabled veteran, you must attach a copy of your spouse's DD214, showing character of service, a copy of the veteran's disability verification from the Department of Veteran's Affairs demonstrating a 100% permanent disability rating, and proof of marriage to the veteran; OR if you are a spouse of an active service member, you must attach a copy of your spouse's active service orders and proof of marriage to the active service member. All documents must be attached prior to submission of application. Did you attach all required documentation?

• Yes
• No
• N/A - does not apply

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