Fleet Parts Specialist

Emergency: Dial 911 Office: View phone number on click.appcast.io Fax: View phone number on click.appcast.io The Cy-Fair Fire Department is seeking a highly motivated and professional individual to serve as a Fleet Parts Specialist within the Vehicle Maintenance Division. Reporting to the Fleet Manager, the Fleet Parts Specialist is responsible for ordering, receiving, verifying, labeling, storing, documenting, and securing parts and supplies within designated parts rooms and storage areas. The position also supports Fleet Maintenance operations through inventory control, data entry and reporting, shipping and receiving, parts issuance to technicians and work orders, cycle counts, parts and core returns, and Service Writer support. The Fleet Parts Specialist works closely with Fleet Maintenance personnel and outside vendors to help ensure parts and supplies are available when needed, inventory records remain accurate, and Department vehicles and equipment receive timely service and support. The position is classified as a full-time non-exempt position . Pay Rate: $ 32.82 per hour + $0.20 per year for longevity Annual Education Pay: Associate's Degree: $0.58 Bachelor's Degree: $0.87 Master's/Doctorate Degree: $1.15 Schedule: 40-hour work week, Monday-Friday, with the potential to remain on duty beyond scheduled hours as operational needs require. *Accrual increases every 2 or 3 years, depending on length of service Retirement: TCDRS: 7% employee contribution, 14% employer contribution 457(b): Voluntary retirement account; Department contribution matches up to 3% Insurance: Medical Currently through Blue Cross Blue Shield PPO HSA $5,000: The Department covers 100% of the employee premium and 90% of the family premium. The Department makes a quarterly contribution toward the HSA account. Dental and Vision Currently through Guardian The Department covers 90% of the employee premium and 70% for family. Short- and Long-Term Disability Currently through Guardian The Department pays 100% of the premium. Life Insurance $50,000 policy The Department pays 100% of the premium. Supplemental Insurance: The Department partners with Aflac for supplemental insurance available for purchase by the employee. Additional life insurance is also available for purchase by the employee. Essential Job Functions Performs all work duties and activities in accordance with Department Standard Operating Guidelines, including Bulletins, Memos, Safety Guidelines, Personnel Handbook, and Chief's Orders. Duties may include but are not limited to the following: Maintain stock parts and supplies needed to support the Department's fleet of vehicles and equipment managed by Fleet Services. Provide support to the Service Writer and assume service-writer duties in the Service Writer's absence. Pull parts for technicians and assign parts to the appropriate work orders. Reorder stock parts and supplies as they are used and adjust stocking quantities based on usage intervals. Process parts and core returns in a timely manner and ensure appropriate credits are received. Perform shipping and receiving of parts, equipment, and documentation related to Fleet Services. Maintain clean, organized, and secure parts rooms and storage areas. Support improvements to the Department's service-management program, parts usage, and reorder reporting. Perform cycle counts and investigate the disposition of unaccounted-for parts. Shuttle equipment and vehicles between stations, the fleet shop, and outside service vendors. Perform housekeeping duties related to the Department maintenance facility. Write and review parts specifications for purchase and use. Write and review bid requirements as needed for parts or equipment. State vehicle registration renewals Perform other related duties and tasks as assigned. Desired Knowledge/Skills/Abilities: Knowledge of automotive and equipment stock parts and inventory management. Knowledge of emergency response vehicle repair and maintenance. Knowledge of occupational safety and health policies and procedures related to vehicle maintenance and repair. Knowledge of basic computer hardware and software. Skill in accurately and efficiently using computer programs and databases for fleet, maintenance, and inventory records. Ability to maintain and update records, files, and inventory using computer databases. Ability to effectively handle multiple tasks simultaneously. Ability to follow oral and written instructions. Excellent customer service skills, including strong oral and written communication. Ability to establish and maintain cooperative working relationships. Fire department organization and maintenance facility operations. Role of the Fleet Technician within the organization and the mission of the fire service. Department SOPs, rules, and regulations as they apply to fleet operations. Federal motor carrier safety regulations and applicable federal, state, and local regulations. Interpretation and use of manufacturer's specifications, inspection checklists, maintenance schedules, and Department SOPs. Selection and use of tools, fasteners, and maintenance equipment. Workplace safety practices, cleaning products and procedures, housekeeping, and identification and handling of hazardous materials. Ability to use tools in a recognized and safe manner. Ability to operate emergency response vehicles in compliance with applicable federal, state, and local regulations. Ability to locate information in Department documents and standard reference materials. Education/Degrees: High School Diploma or GED. Preferred: One year of mechanical repair and maintenance experience or an equivalent combination of education and experience. Preferred: Up to 18 months of vocational education/training in automotive maintenance or repair (e.g., NIASE). Certifications/Licenses: Valid Texas driver's license with an acceptable driving record. Current CPR certification from the American Heart Association or ability to obtain within 180 days Ability to obtain at a minimum, a State of Texas Class B exempt driver’s license within one year of employment Preferred: ASE certifications, automotive certifications, EVT certifications, and/or additional automotive maintenance and repair experience. Cy-Fair FD has the right to consider any combination of education and experience in determining an individual's qualification for this position. Physical Demands: Ability to work in a standard office environment and travel to different sites and locations as needed. Work includes frequent walking, standing, lifting and carrying heavy objects, and operating tools and equipment requiring coordination and manipulative skills. Ability to perform the essential functions of the position with or without reasonable accommodation. Ability to lift and/or carry approximately 50 pounds using proper lifting techniques It is the policy of the Cy-Fair Fire Department to subject all applicants to the following: Medical examination, physical examination, and drug testing. Background screening, including criminal record search, employment verification, sanction screening (NPDB), and sex offender registry search. EEO Statement: Cy-Fair Fire Department is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to disability, race, color, veteran status, religion, sex, or national origin. #J-18808-Ljbffr Cy-Fair FD