Hands-On Fabrication Shop & Inventory Technician

Skilled-Trades-Partners; Lexington (KY); On-site; USD 36,000 - 41,000; Full time

Job summary

Skilled Trades Partners in Lexington, KY is seeking a hands-on Shop & Inventory Technician to manage shop inventory, tools, and equipment while supporting purchasing activities. This role blends mechanical work with data entry and Excel-based tracking to keep a busy fabrication shop organized and efficient.

The ideal candidate has strong mechanical aptitude, forklift experience, and comfortable using simple computer systems for inventory management.

Qualifications

• Strong mechanical aptitude with hand and power tools.
• Forklift experience required.
• Basic computer skills, including Microsoft Excel and data entry.
• Valid driver’s license with a clean driving record.
• Ability to lift and move materials in a fabrication shop.

Responsibilities

• Manage and organize shop inventory, materials, tools, and equipment.
• Track tools issued, returned, repaired, or replaced.
• Monitor consumables and shop supplies and maintain stock levels.
• Perform regular inventory counts and data entry in company systems.
• Receive deliveries and verify incoming materials and equipment.

Skills

Mechanical aptitude

Forklift experience

Data entry

Attention to detail

Independent work

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Job description

Skilled Trades Partners in Lexington, KY is seeking a hands-on Shop & Inventory Technician to manage shop inventory, tools, and equipment while supporting purchasing activities. This role blends mechanical work with data entry and Excel-based tracking to keep a busy fabrication shop organized and efficient.

The ideal candidate has strong mechanical aptitude, forklift experience, and comfortable using simple computer systems for inventory management.