Parts & Inventory Specialist

CITY OF BAKERSFIELD, CA
Bakersfield, California United States  View Map
Posted: Feb 15, 2025
  • Salary: $3,716.44 - $4,515.33 Monthly USD
  • Full Time
  • Purchasing and Warehouse
  • Job Description

    Description

    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.

    For a full job description, please click here.

    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%)

    March 13, 2025 (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.

    Full Summary of Benefits by Bargaining Unit:
    • Blue & White Miscellaneous Unit
    • Fire Safety Unit
    • Police Safety Unit
    • General Supervisory & Management Unit (coming soon)
    VACATION: Accrual rate is determined by bargaining unit.
    1-4 years of service: 10 days per year.
    5-13 years of service: 15 days per year.
    14+ years of service: 20 days per year.

    VACATION - FIRE SAFETY SHIFT PERSONNEL ONLY:
    1-4 years of service: 4.68 (24-hr. duty shifts)
    5-15 years of service: 7.02 (24-hr. duty shifts)
    16+ years of service: 9.36 (24-hr. duty shifts)

    HOLIDAYS: 13 paid holidays per year.

    SICK LEAVE: Earned at the rate of one working day per month of service to a maximum of 120 days; portions therafter may be convertible.

    ADMINISTRATIVE LEAVE: 10 days per year for General Supervisory and Management employees.

    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 City's Employee Benefit website for detailed information (rates and plan information).

    RETIREMENT: Benefits are provided by the City's participation in the Public Employee's Retirement System (PERS). 2% @ 62 for new hire Miscellaneous and 2.7% @ 57 for Safety (Fire & Police). Visit the City's Retirement websitefor additional information.

    Closing Date/Time: 2/28/2025 1:00 PM Pacific
  • ABOUT THE COMPANY

    • City of Bakersfield
    • City of Bakersfield

    At over 413, 000 residents within the City of Bakersfield and another 100,000 in the metro area,

    Bakersfield is the ninth largest city in California, ranked between Oakland and Anaheim. Uniquely placed

    geographically, the successful candidate will be no more than a couple of hours drive from all things California,

    whether that’s Disneyland, the Pacific Ocean, Sequoia’s Big Trees and Yosemite’s waterfalls, or the thrill of skiing

    at Mammoth Mountain. Right here at home, the 30-mile paved Kern River Parkway Trail winds through preserved

    riparian habitat where you might see rabbits, roadrunners, and other protected wildlife. Sunny year round,

    Bakersfield does get hot in the summer, but this region’s Mediterranean climate provides for an

    all-seasons lifestyle. Bakersfield is the nation’s top city for family activities. For more information

    on things to do in Bakersfield, please visit The Visit Bakersfield Website.

    The Bakersfield City Council is composed of seven members elected from the seven wards of the City on a nonpartisan basis to serve overlapping four-year terms. The Mayor is elected at-large to serve a four-year term as presiding officer at Council meetings and as the head of the City for legislative and ceremonial purposes.

    The City’s tagline is “The Sound of Something Better” and our team strives to better the community on behalf of the residents we serve each and every day. The City also strives to ensure all team members are provided with a supportive and fulfilling working environment, with emphasis placed on professional development opportunities and career advancement planning. Our team members are frequently encouraged to participate in the City’s employee incentive, wellness and leadership development programs that are offered throughout the year, as well as position-specific training and educational opportunities. Employment with the City of Bakersfield is more than a job, it is being part of something better.

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