Equipment Parts Buyer

Brayman Construction; Saxonburg (PA); On-site; USD 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Job summary

Brayman Construction in Saxonburg, PA is seeking an Equipment Parts Buyer to support mechanics by coordinating purchasing, shipping, receiving, and inventory management of construction equipment and vehicle parts. This full-time role keeps our fleet running by ensuring parts and supplies are available for repairs and preventative maintenance.

The ideal candidate is proactive, detail-oriented, and customer-focused, with strong organizational skills and basic computer proficiency.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Previous parts administration or parts department experience preferred.
• Basic knowledge of automotive components and mechanical systems.
• Knowledge of heavy equipment or construction equipment is a plus.
• Intermediate computer skills, including Microsoft Excel, Word, and Outlook.
• Strong data entry skills with a high level of accuracy and attention to detail.
• Excellent organizational, multitasking, and time management skills.
• Strong communication skills and a customer-focused attitude.
• Ability to work effectively as part of a team in a fast-paced environment.
• Comfortable working in a mechanic's shop and around construction equipment.
• Valid driver's license with an acceptable driving record and successful motor vehicle record review.
• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds.

Responsibilities

• Order construction equipment and vehicle parts promptly to support maintenance and repair operations.
• Purchase shop consumables, small tools, and other supplies as needed.
• Receive, track, and monitor parts orders to ensure timely delivery.
• Maintain inventory levels of frequently used parts and shop consumables.
• Code, scan, and enter parts invoices and purchasing documentation into the computer system accurately.
• Verify vendor invoices against repair orders to ensure charges align with the work performed.
• Communicate professionally and promptly with mechanics and other team members in person and by phone.
• Assist with the company's Preventative Maintenance Program.
• Pick up parts orders from vendors as needed.
• Maintain accurate records and organized parts documentation.
• Provide responsive, dependable customer service to the mechanic staff and support daily shop operations.

Skills

Data entry

Team player

Customer service

Organization

Multitasking

Time management

Communication

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft Word

Outlook

Job description

Brayman Construction in Saxonburg, PA is seeking a detail-oriented and organized Equipment Parts Buyer to support our mechanics by coordinating the purchasing, shipping, receiving, and inventory management of construction equipment and vehicle parts. This full‑time role is essential to keeping our fleet and equipment operating efficiently by ensuring mechanics have the parts, tools, and supplies they need to complete repairs and preventative maintenance on time.

The ideal candidate is a proactive team player with strong organizational and computer skills, a commitment to exceptional customer service, and the ability to thrive in a fast‑paced shop environment.

Key Responsibilities of Equipment Parts Buyer:

• Order construction equipment and vehicle parts promptly to support maintenance and repair operations.
• Purchase shop consumables, small tools, and other supplies as needed.
• Receive, track, and monitor parts orders to ensure timely delivery.
• Maintain inventory levels of frequently used parts and shop consumables.
• Code, scan, and enter parts invoices and purchasing documentation into the computer system accurately.
• Verify vendor invoices against repair orders to ensure charges align with the work performed.
• Communicate professionally and promptly with mechanics and other team members in person and by phone.
• Assist with the company's Preventative Maintenance Program.
• Pick up parts orders from vendors as needed.
• Maintain accurate records and organized parts documentation.
• Provide responsive, dependable customer service to the mechanic staff and support daily shop operations.

Qualifications and Skills of Equipment Parts Buyer:

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Previous parts administration or parts department experience preferred.
• Basic knowledge of automotive components and mechanical systems.
• Knowledge of heavy equipment or construction equipment is a plus.
• Intermediate computer skills, including Microsoft Excel, Word, and Outlook.
• Strong data entry skills with a high level of accuracy and attention to detail.
• Excellent organizational, multitasking, and time management skills.
• Strong communication skills and a customer‑focused attitude.
• Ability to work effectively as part of a team in a fast‑paced environment.
• Comfortable working in a mechanic's shop and around construction equipment.
• Valid driver's license with an acceptable driving record and successful motor vehicle record review.
• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds.

Work Environment and Physical Requirements for Equipment Parts Buyer:

• This position involves working both indoors and outdoors in a shop environment that may be dirty, noisy, and exposed to water or skin irritants. Employees must be comfortable wearing required personal protective equipment, including gloves, hearing protection, and safety glasses.
• The role requires frequent standing and walking, occasional lifting, bending, squatting, crouching, kneeling, reaching, and twisting, as well as repetitive hand and arm movements. Candidates must be able to perform the essential physical requirements of the position, with or without reasonable accommodation.

Why Join Brayman?

Join a team that plays a vital role in maintaining the equipment and vehicles that keep our operations moving. As an Equipment Parts Buyer, you will help support our mechanics, improve shop efficiency, and contribute to the successful completion of maintenance and repair work.

Company Summary:

Brayman Construction Corporation is a leading heavy civil and geotechnical contractor with office headquarters in suburban Pittsburgh. Incorporated in 1947, Brayman has grown, diversified and evolved its construction services from a small bridge and concrete company to a large, nationally recognized provider of complex, heavy civil construction projects servicing both public and private sector clients throughout the Midwest and along the entire east coast. The Company has expertise in a wide variety of projects including large scale complex bridges, deep foundation, marine and dam construction and rehabilitation, complex and heavy steel erection and rehabilitation and demolition services.

Special Note:

This job description is presented as guidance only, other reasonable tasks or responsibilities as management sees necessary may be added to this job description in order to achieve satisfactory job performance by the team member.

Safety Sensitive Position:

This is a Safety Sensitive Position requiring work on project sites, including federal projects. Project sites contain various safety hazards associated with heavy construction. This position may require working at heights, around heavy equipment, and under constantly changing circumstances. This position will be subject to more stringent drug testing and compliance policies associated with our status as a Federal Contractor

Confidentiality:

Some positions with the company will have access to confidential and proprietary information. Successful candidates for those positions will be required to sign our standard confidentiality agreement as a condition of employment.

EEO Statement:

Brayman and Affiliate Companies are Equal Opportunity Employers and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, genetic information, disability, veteran status or on any other basis prohibited by federal, state and local laws.

This position will be subject to more stringent drug testing and compliance policies associated with our status as a Federal Contractor.