Parts Specialist I (Highways)

Job Title

Pay Schedule I, Grade 18, Regular Schedule: 40 hours per week A vacancy exits in the Department of Public Works and Transportation, Bureau of Highways and Equipment Maintenance.

Examples of Duties

Job Purpose Under general supervision, assists in the receipt, storage, and issuance of complex vehicle and/or heavy equipment tools, equipment, materials and supplies. Essential Job Duties

• Receives, stores, and issues a wide variety of complex vehicle and/or heavy equipment tools, equipment, materials, and supplies.
• Packages materials for distribution within the agency according to various schedules and allocations.
• Uses computer to maintain inventory accounting records of materials received and issued.
• Takes periodic inventory of stock on hand.
• Purchases routine parts.
• Reconciles procurement card statements.
• Maintains related records and files.
• Verifies fixed assets inventory.
• Adds and deletes items in database and correct errors.
• Operates forklift, and other related warehouse equipment.
• Drives van truck to deliver or pick up materials and supplies.

Examples of Other Duties Performs other related duties as required. Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities (Entry Level) Knowledge of

• Shipping, receiving, and warehouse operations practices
• Storeroom and warehouse inventory management practices and stock control
• Safety practices in parts storage and handling
• Procurement procedures, purchase orders, and vendor sourcing

Skills in

• Identifying correct parts utilizing diagrams, schematics, photos, or component description
• Utilizing inventory software such as FASTER or similar systems
• Organizing stockrooms, labeling systems, and parts tracking methods
• Vendor communication and quote comparison

Ability to

• Cross-reference part numbers between OEM and aftermarket suppliers
• Lift, move, and store parts safely and efficiently
• Adapt to changes in inventory, fleet needs, or procurement processes
• Learn and apply new catalog systems, software, or equipment specifications

Note: The duties and responsibilities listed above are for the purpose of determining a common set of minimum qualifications for all positions in this class. They may not include all of the essential job functions of each position in the class. Each position may not be required to perform all of the essential job functions listed.

Qualifications

Education and Experience Possession of a high school diploma or an appropriate equivalent; Plus Two years' storekeeping and warehousing experience, one year of which involved responsible experience in the storage and issuance of vehicle or heavy equipment parts and supplies, or an equivalent combination of training and experience. Licenses and Certificates Possession of a valid driver's license equivalent to a non-commercial, class C Maryland driver's license is required at the time of appointment. Examination Procedure Applicants will be qualified based on an evaluation of their training and experience, as stated on their application, which includes answers to the supplemental questions. Applicants must state the dates and duties of past and present experience clearly and completely for evaluation purposes.

Conditions of Employment

Physical and Environmental Conditions The work of this classification entails walking, lifting, carrying, travel between work sites, and other physical activities. Employment Background Investigation Applicants selected for employment with Baltimore County must successfully complete an employment investigation, including, but not limited to criminal background, education, and fingerprinting checks.