Parts Clerk (Orem)

1 Utah Transit Authority; Utah; On-site; USD 49,000 - 57,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Paid time off

Retirement plan

Tuition reimbursement

Free transit passes

On-site fitness

Job summary

Utah Transit Authority is seeking an Inventory Associate to manage and process parts and supplies for vehicle maintenance and operations. You will handle inventory transactions, requisition parts, and prepare stock orders while maintaining accuracy and excellent service.

The role requires forklift operation, basic computer skills, and strong communication with mechanics and vendors in a fast-paced environment at our Utah facilities.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent.
• 2 years inventory management, inventory control, or shipping/receiving experience.
• Experience with vehicle parts; ability to use electronic and paper parts manuals.
• 1 year customer service experience in face-to-face interactions.
• Forklift certification within probationary period.
• Valid Utah Driver's License; safe driving record.

Responsibilities

• Counts, Receives, stores, issues, and processes inventory transactions.
• Requisitions needed parts and supplies per policy; maintains accuracy.
• Picks and prepares stock orders for interdepartmental shipping.
• Operates equipment to move inventory; participates in inventories.
• Communicates with mechanics, vendors, and UTA personnel with professionalism.
• Monitors fuel and other product levels and maintains safety compliance.

Skills

Inventory management

Customer service

Communication skills

Forklift operations

Attention to detail

Problem solving

Interpersonal skills

Computer basics (Outlook, Word, Excel)

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Job description

Job Summary

Primary job duties include, but are not limited to: Counts, Receives, stores, issues, and performs accurate inventory system transactions of spare and replacement parts, equipment, and expendable items used in the repair or maintenance of vehicles, shops, and other departments/divisions. Requisitions needed parts and supplies by following UTA policies and procedures. Maintains inventory accuracy and proper inventory levels of parts and supplies. Picks and prepares stock orders for interdepartmental shipping. Ability to use computerized, electronic, and paper systems to perform essential functions. Participates in inventories. Monitor gas, diesel, oil, compressed gases and oxygen, sand, and other product tank levels. Responsible for maintaining excellent customer service skills in interactions with mechanics, vendors, manufacturers, and UTA personnel and maintain professionalism at all times. Have the ability to work in a dynamic, fast-paced, energetic, high customer service work environment. Operate necessary equipment to move inventory. Performs other duties as assigned by UTA from time to time which may be necessary for the efficient operation of UTA.

Minimum Qualifications

This job requires regular and predictable attendance. High School Diploma or equivalent Two years previous inventory management, inventory control, or shipping/receiving work experience. Previous experience with vehicle parts and ability to use electronic and paper parts manuals (preferred). Medium to heavy-duty transit parts experience (preferred). Parts certifications (preferred). Must have 1 year experience in a customer service role providing face to face instructions and clarifying information with the ability to solve problems and resolve customer inquiries. Responsible for maintaining excellent customer service skills in interactions with mechanics, vendors, manufacturers, and UTA personnel and maintain professionalism at all times. Ability to work in a dynamic, fast-paced, energetic, high customer service environment. Ability to communicate with supervisors, co-workers, mechanics and maintain good interpersonal relations orally, over the radio, over the phone, and through email. Must have excellent interpersonal and communication skills. Passing score on standardized test administered by the Authority. Demonstrated reading and math comprehension. Demonstrated competence with computer systems and operation to include basic level skills on Internet, Outlook, Word, and Excel. Must be able to obtain and maintain forklift certified narrow aisle, sit down counter balance, order picker, overhead cranes, and low lift pallet jack within your probationary period. Must have a valid Utah Driver's License. Be a safe driver with no more than 4 moving violations in the past 3 years. Have no convictions for driving under the influence of alcohol or any drugs within the past 10 years. Must be able to lift 50 lbs consistently. Must be able to manipulate at least 80 lbs on a hard surface. Must be able to safely climb and work in high locations above 6 feet. - OR - An equivalent combination of relevant education and experience. [UTA reserves the right to determine the equivalencies of education and experience.]

Pay Rate

Pay Rate: $23.45. per hour with guaranteed pay increases every six months for the next five years up to $29.79 per hour, $1.00 to $1.50 shift differential depending on shift, if applicable.

Shift

7:00am to 5:30pm with Sunday/Monday/Tuesday off* * Shift & Days Off Subject to Change.

Benefits

• Health, dental, vision, life/AD&D, short-term and long-term disability insurance (eligible after 30 days of employment), with Flexible Spending and Dependent Care accounts.
• Health and Wellness Clinics for on-site medical care at no cost to employees, spouses, and dependent children.
• 14 days of paid time off (9 personal days and 5 vacation days).
• Increase in paid time off with tenure at UTA.
• 10 paid holidays and two paid (2) floating holidays per year.
• Retirement options - Pension Plan with 5-year vesting schedule and 457 Contribution Plan, available for immediate contributions and company matching.
• Generous tuition reimbursement for higher education, available for both bachelor's and master's degree.
• Apprenticeship programs available as well as other training, development, and career advancement opportunities.
• Paid parental leave for birth, adoption, and child placement (after 12 months of employment).
• Free transit passes for employee, spouse, and dependent children.
• Employee assistance program – includes counseling, legal services, financial planning, etc.
• UTA Well – a comprehensive wellness program designed to support employees and dependents in their health and wellness goals.
• Free on-site fitness facilities and discounted membership to VASA Fitness.

Women, minorities, and people with disabilities are encouraged to apply.

Applicants needing an accommodation under the Americans with Disabilities Act for any part of the application process should contact UTA Human Resources at 801-287-2324. A minimum of two work days' notice prior to the need for the accommodation is required.

Utah Transit Authority is a drug-free workplace, subject to federal drug and alcohol testing regulations under 49 CFR Part 40, 655, and 219. All offers for employment are contingent upon a successful pre-employment drug test. If a pre-employment test returns a non-negative result, an application for employment may be rejected. All employees are subject to reasonable suspicion and post-accident testing for drug and alcohol use. All safety sensitive employees are subject to random testing for drug and alcohol use.

Utah Transit Authority is an Equal Opportunity Employer of all persons regardless of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, covered veterans, sexual orientation, and gender identity.

We grow together. We succeed together. We are UTA, together. A career with UTA offers a unique opportunity to make a difference in our communities while building a purposeful and rewarding career.