Parts & Inventory Specialist

Job Title

Parts & Inventory Specialist

Job 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.

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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%)

ORAL 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.

Summary of Benefits by Bargaining Unit

Full Summary of Benefits by Bargaining Unit:

• Blue & White Miscellaneous Unit
• Fire Safety Unit
• Police Safety Unit
• Police Trainee Unit
• Supervisory & Management 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 Employee Benefits 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 City's Retirement Info page for additional information.