Parts Coordinator

Highway Transport Chemical; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 28,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) Match

Paid Time Off

Paid Holidays

HSA Contribution Match

Wellness Program

Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance

Disability, Accident and Life Insuranc

Discount Programs

Paid Maternity Leave

Job summary

Highway Transport seeks a Parts Coordinator in Houston, TX to support the Shop Manager and Equipment Cleaning with parts and inventory management. You will ensure accurate work orders, track vendor charges, and maintain organized inventories for technician repairs and preventive maintenance.

You will learn new maintenance technologies, monitor pricing, and prepare shipments to other facilities. The role requires lifting up to 50 lbs, after-hours work, and occasional travel.

Qualifications

• Requires high school diploma or equivalent.
• Must possess a valid driver’s license.
• Must have liability insurance coverage at or above state minimums.
• Proficient with inventory/computer systems for parts management.

Responsibilities

• Enter and process work orders accurately.
• Track charges from vendor invoices for accuracy.
• Maintain organized inventory of parts used by technicians.
• Learn new technology related to maintenance of tractor trailers and parts.
• Monitor vendors for pricing and serviceability.
• Prepare and ship parts to outlying facilities as needed.
• Monitor parts usage and adjust inventory accordingly.
• Perform daily cycle counts of maintenance parts.
• Advise Shop Manager on parts/inventory issues.
• Operate a forklift to move and load parts.
• Ensure inventory security and assess part quality.

Skills

Computers for inventory/recordkeeping

Verbal and written communication

Highly organized with attention to be/

Time management

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Valid driver’s license

Insurance coverage per state minimums

Job description

The Parts Coordinator will assist the Shop Manager and Equipment Cleaning (when applicable) with the management of parts and inventories. Maintain a high-quality standard for Highway Transport's Maintenance and Cleaning Facilities by ensuring the inventory system is being used to maximize usage and minimize non-used .

Location: Houston, TX (La Porte)

Pay Range: $20.25 - $30.76

Job Duties and Responsibilities

• Ensure all work orders are entered and processed accurately.
• Track charges from vendor invoices to ensure the charges are correct.
• Maintain adequate and organized inventory of parts used by technicians for repairs and preventive. maintenance services.
• Learn new technology related to the maintenance and repair of tractor trailers and associated parts.
• Monitor all vendors for proper pricing and serviceability.
• Prepare and ship parts to outlying facilities as needed.
• Monitor the usage rates of parts and adjust inventory as needed.
• Perform inventory counts as daily cycle counts of maintenance parts.
• Advise Shop Manager of any issues pertaining to parts, parts inventory, or other issues.
• Operate a forklift to move and load parts.
• Responsible for the security of inventory and for analyzing the quality of parts.

Education/Experience/Licenses/Certifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Valid driver's license
• Must possess a valid driver's license and personal liability insurance coverage at or above the legal state of residence minimum requirements

Skills

• Ability to utilize computers for inventory, recordkeeping, parts information, etc.
• Excellent verbal and written communication.
• Highly organized with attention to detail.
• Excellent time management skills.

Physical Demands/Working Conditions

• Normal work schedule Monday through Friday
• After hours and weekend work may be required.
• The following physical abilities, environments and equipment may be met during a typical working day:
• Must be able to lift up to 50 lbs.
• Must wear proper PPE.
• Majority of time will be spent in both a shop and an office environment.
• Occasional travel

Commitment to Responsible Care

Highway Transport's Quality Driven Delivery Management System policy has been developed by the company's senior management and serves as a visible commitment to ensuring the health and safety of our employees and contractors, protecting the environment and minimizing the impact of our operations on the roadways which we travel and the areas where we manage terminal facilities. Highway Transport shall comply with its Safety, Health, Environmental and Security Policy and Programs, Department of Transportation Regulations, applicable OSHA and EPA/State environmental regulations and applicable local regulations.

Highway Transport is a tanker trucking company that has been family-owned since 1948. When you join us, you become part of a family-orientated culture that values your contributions and supports your career ambitions.

We believe in taking care of our employees and ensuring their well-being. That's why we offer a competitive salary and a comprehensive benefits package designed to support you in every aspect of your life, including;

Benefits

• 401(k) Match
• Paid Time Off
• Paid Holidays
• HSA Contribution Match
• Wellness Program
• Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance
• Disability, Accident and Life Insurance
• Discount Programs
• Paid Maternity Leave

EOE/M/F/D/V

Highway Transport does not discriminate in employment on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy and gender identity), national origin, political affiliation, sexual orientation, marital status, disability, genetic information, age, membership in an employee organization, retaliation, parental status, military service, or other non-merit factor.