PARTS SPECIALIST

Parts Specialist

The City of Visalia is currently recruiting for the position of Parts Specialist. The City of Visalia's Fleet Maintenance Division is part of the Public Works Department. The Fleet Maintenance Division provides the services and support needed to keep City-owned vehicles and equipment operating safely and efficiently. The division operates a full-service repair facility that performs preventive maintenance and repairs on a diverse fleet of automobiles, trucks, heavy equipment, and specialized vehicles. In addition, the Fleet Maintenance Division maintains a fully stocked parts room and oversees the City's fueling contract and fueling sites.

The Parts Specialist is responsible for the day-to-day operation of the Fleet Maintenance Parts room. This position independently receives inventories, orders, stocks, and issues parts, materials, tools, and supplies necessary to support the maintenance and repair of the City's fleet. The incumbent works closely with technicians, vendors, and manufacturers to ensure parts availability, maintain accurate inventory records, and procure quality parts at competitive prices. This position plays a critical role in minimizing equipment downtime by maintaining an efficient, organized, and cost-effective inventory system.

The ideal candidate is a self-motivated, organized, and customer service-oriented professional who thrives in a fast-paced fleet maintenance environment. They possess strong communication skills and can effectively follow and provide both written and verbal instructions. With considerable knowledge of automotive and heavy equipment parts, inventory control practices, purchasing procedures, and computerized inventory management systems, they are skilled at researching OEM and aftermarket parts, maintaining accurate inventory records, and developing and building positive working relationships with vendors and internal customers. The successful candidate demonstrates sound judgment, attention to detail, and the ability to prioritize multiple tasks while maintaining a high level of accuracy. Committed to providing excellent service to Fleet Maintenance staff, they ensure timely availability of parts and materials needed to keep City vehicles and equipment operational. They value teamwork, maintain safe and organized work environment, adhere to established workplace safety practices, and consistently follow all City of Visalia policies and procedures.

The City of Visalia offers a competitive total compensation package that includes: Monthly Salary: $5,374-$6,753 CalPERS retirement program Health, Dental and Vision Insurance Longevity Pay Onsite City Health and Wellness Clinic (no out of pocket expenses) Paid Holidays, Vacation, Sick Leave and much more Review the Benefits tab for more information. If work-life balance is important to you, consider living in a thriving community that offers the most affordable housing in California with a typical commute time of less than 20 minutes. With a population of over 146,000, Visalia offers small town charm with metropolitan amenities. Visalia has a world class health care system, our own Sequoia Symphony Orchestra, a flourishing arts community, a minor league baseball team, a downtown convention center, and numerous fine dining establishments. As the Tulare County seat, Visalia is the principal retail center in the region, and home to several large industrial employers. Visalia has a vibrant downtown district, safe neighborhoods, excellent schools, institutions for higher learning, and low cost of living. The City has many community parks, organized team sports, a municipal golf course and private country club, a multi-sport family-oriented regional sports park, and numerous outdoor and recreational activities. Located in the heart of California's San Joaquin Valley, Visalia offers easy access to the nearby mountains, national parks, lakes and rivers which provide year-round opportunities for sports and recreation within an hour or less. Visalia was ranked as the top Central Valley community and one of seven California cities in the top 25 of Gallup Sharecare's latest State of American Well Being Index. Our strong sense of community and social well-being keeps Visalians happy, healthy and moving forward. Come discover all Visalia has to offer! The City of Visalia is an Equal Opportunity Employer.