Public Works Inventory Specialist: Keep City Running

City-of-West-Alli; West Allis (WI); On-site; USD 42,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Free dental insurance

Health & wellness program

Retirement—Wisconsin plan

Paid time off

Job summary

City of West Allis is seeking an Inventory Services Specialist for the Public Works Department to manage parts and materials, support multiple divisions, and ensure timely deliveries. The role emphasizes accuracy, safety, and efficient stock control in a busy municipal inventory.

The position requires a high school diploma or GED (associate degree preferred) and at least one year of warehousing experience; forklift certification and CDL eligibility are listed after hire.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required; associate degree preferred.
• At least 1 year of warehousing experience.
• Experience with automotive parts is strongly preferred.
• Ability to communicate effectively with diverse teams.

Responsibilities

• Research, locate, and purchase stock and non-stock parts for multiple Public Works divisions.
• Pull, deliver, organize, and track inventory to fulfill department requests.
• Receive, inspect, unload, sort, and log incoming materials.
• Use computerized systems to record inventory, generate purchase orders, and maintain data accuracy.
• Monitor the fuel system, issue fuel fobs, and maintain fueling equipment.
• Operate forklifts and pallet jacks as needed.
• Conduct inventory audits and establish reorder points.
• Coordinate with departments, vendors, and contractors to ensure timely deliveries.
• Handle returns, shipment issues, and prepare items for outgoing shipments.
• Maintain a safe, organized storeroom and stock security.
• Respond to occasional emergency call‑ins or odd‑hour needs.

Skills

Warehousing experience

Inventory management

Detail oriented

Forklift operation

Effective communication

Education

High school diploma or GED

Associate degree preferred

Tools

Inventory systems

Job description

City of West Allis is seeking an Inventory Services Specialist for the Public Works Department to manage parts and materials, support multiple divisions, and ensure timely deliveries. The role emphasizes accuracy, safety, and efficient stock control in a busy municipal inventory.

The position requires a high school diploma or GED (associate degree preferred) and at least one year of warehousing experience; forklift certification and CDL eligibility are listed after hire.