Automotive Parts Specialist I

Bryan TX

Description

Automotive Parts Specialist I Texas A&M University Department Transportation Services Proposed Minimum Salary Commensurate Job Location College Station, Texas Job Description Our Commitment  Texas A&M University is committed to enriching the learning and working environment for all visitors, students, faculty, and staff by promoting a culture that embraces inclusion, diversity, equity, and accountability.  Diverse perspectives, talents, and identities are vital to accomplishing our  and living our . Who we are Transportation Services is an empowered team of professionals dedicated to providing efficient, dynamic and innovative fleet, parking and transit services to the community. We support the teaching, research and public service mission of Texas A&M University, with focus on customer service and communication. For more information about us, visit our website: What we want The Automotive Parts Specialist, under general supervision, assists in managing an automotive parts department. Receives, handles, records, stores, and issues a variety of automotive parts.The selected candidate will subscribe to and support our commitment to Inclusion, Diversity, Equity and Accountability (IDEA) as stated above. If the description sounds interesting to you, we invite you to apply to be considered for this opportunity. What you need to know Schedule: Must be able to work several TAMU home football games in case of emergency part replacement. COVID-19 information:  Texas A&M University monitors local, state and federally mandated health guidelines to keep students, employees, prospective employees, and visitors as safe as possible. For the latest information regarding Texas A&M’s COVID-19 response, please visit the . For COVID-19 employment-related information, please visit the Division of Human Resources and Organizational Effectiveness’ . Required Education and Experience: High School Diploma or any equivalent combination of training and experience Two years in the automobile parts industry at the retail level, and experience in the operation of an automated parts inventory system Required Knowledge, Skills and Abilities: Ability to multi-task and work cooperatively with others Required Licenses and Certifications: Valid vehicle operator’s license and good driving record Must be able to obtain State of Texas class “C” vehicle operator’s license within 30 days of employment Preferred Licenses and Certifications: National Institute of Automotive Service Excellence certification in automotive parts and medium and heavy truck specialists or any equivalent major manufacturer certification Responsibilities: Parts Administration - Is responsible for reconciling invoices with what is received and actually delivered , and stocking and issuing parts. Maintains and protects the inventory stored in all parts rooms. Must be able to drive vehicle if needed due to obtaining an auto part if it is not deliverable.  Is responsible for mounting/dismounting and cleaning bus/truck tires and rims. Utilizes the parts software provided through the FASTER fleet management software. Inventory Control - Assists with the following: Monitoring inventory by running reports on inventory turns; Setting up and adjusting minimum and maximum reorder points; Removal of obsolete parts; Monitoring fluid inventory with the exception of fuel; and Tracking parts warranty and recovering money or replacement parts according to the warranty. Provides support for physical inventory by assisting with locating parts and answering questions.  Assists with monthly cycle counts.  Administration - Updates work order status in FASTER. Ensures customer satisfaction. Assists special projects related to Parts Inventory. Leader - On occasion, instructs or helps student workers in the absence of the supervisor and Automotive Parts Specialist II. Customer Service - Transportation Services is committed to providing courteous, responsive, quality service to our customers by fostering a respectful, positive, and welcoming environment for all. Employees are responsible for the following: representing the department to internal and external customers by actively supporting diversity; maintaining 100% “on time” compliance with all university required training for all employees; approving time worked and requesting appropriate leave in a timely manner; reading and responding to e-mail; reviewing/reading information listed on the department intranet; performing assigned tasks in a safe manner and utilizing personal protective items/equipment as appropriate or instructed by supervisor or department; reporting unsafe actions or conditions to supervisor immediately and supporting and following unit/department safety guidelines, practices and policies. Persons in this position will be required to drive state vehicle to travel to various parts of campus and are considered essential when the University declares an emergency, campus closure, class cancellations, etc. Performs other duties as assigned. For more information or to apply: