Technician – Inventory and Records – Transportation

Katy Independent School District; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 36,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

Katy Independent School District Transportation is hiring a Technician – Inventory and Records to manage parts, inventory levels, and title/registration processes for district vehicles in Houston. The role requires strong recordkeeping, data entry, and coordination with Finance for fleet paperwork.

The position supports the repair team, ensures compliance with district policies, and maintains organized fleet documentation. Bilingual preferred with ability to work independently.

Qualifications

• College hours, high school diploma or GED.
• Experience with inventory management software preferred.
• Strong ability to learn new tasks and follow instructions.
• Knowledge of JIT inventory management.
• Knowledge of state vehicle title and registration procedures preferred.
• Proficient with calculator, computer and Windows applications.
• Strong attention to detail with ability to meet deadlines.
• Fluent in English and Spanish (verbal and written) preferred.
• Able to work with minimal supervision.

Responsibilities

• Maintain accurate records regarding white fleet repair orders and purchases.
• Monitor minimum and maximum inventory levels to provide parts and supplies in a timely manner.
• Control the issue of white fleet parts and supplies from the parts department.
• Process titles, registrations, license plates and renewals for district vehicles.
• Maintain digital and physical records of titles and registrations.
• Coordinate with other departments for fleet inspections, renewals and registrations.
• Assist in vehicle retirements by collecting license plates and EZ Tags.
• Assist Finance Clerk with required forms, plates and EZ Tag spreadsheet.
• Manage database for all fleet vehicle and driver assignments.
• Create, open and update work orders in the fleet management system.
• Maintain organized files and work order documentation for all white fleet reports.
• Research replacement parts via internet and/or digital parts manual.
• Ensure purchasing procedures follow Katy ISD policies.
• Provide accurate accountability for inventory levels and equipment.
• Contact vendors for parts cost and availability.
• Coordinate preventative maintenance to maximize vehicle availability.
• Coordinate offsite repairs with approved vendors.
• Communicate repair timelines and status updates.
• Maintain a clean and orderly parts room.
• Work well with departmental and non-departmental personnel.
• Provide assistance to the shop foreman for off-site repairs.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Inventory management

Verbal & written communication

JIT inventory management

Attention to detail

Multi-tasking

Bilingual English/Spanish (preferred)

Work independently

Calculator & Windows proficiency

Education

College hours / high school diploma or GED

Tools

Inventory management software

Job description

Technician – Inventory and Records – Transportation

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Job Details

Job ID: 5976253

Application Deadline: Nov 04, 2026 11:59 PM (Central Standard Time)

Posted: Oct 29, 2026 5:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date: Immediately

Job Description

Reports to: Lead Inventory Coordinator

Annual Duty Days: 261 Days

Wage/Hour Status: Non-Exempt

Pay Grade: A05, 8HR

Date Updated: 10/2026

Qualifications:

• College hours, high school diploma or GED
• Experience with inventory management software (preferred)
• Possess verbal and written comprehension skills and ability to learn new tasks
• Possess understanding and use of JIT inventory management
• Knowledge of state vehicle title and registration procedures preferred
• Proficient in the use of a calculator, computer and current Windows applications
• Strong attention to detail and ability to manage multiple deadlines
• Ability to receive and give written and verbal instructions
• Strong communication, organization and customer service skills
• Fluent in English and Spanish (verbal and written) (preferred)
• Able to work productively with minimal supervision

Primary Purpose:

Initiate, control, disperse and order parts and supplies for KISD. Maintain accurate inventory levels, accurate parts and service repair documentation as required through data entry to the district inventory management and PM software. Support the repair effort of all white fleet vehicles. Support the district’s inventory and asset management functions by processing titles and registrations for district-owned vehicles and equipment and fleet maintenance. Always act in the best interest of the district, the students and the community.

Major Duties and Responsibilities:

• Maintain accurate records regarding white fleet repair orders and all purchases within the Parts Department.
• Monitor minimum and maximum inventory levels to provide parts and supplies in a timely and consistent manner.
• Controls the issue of all white fleet parts and supplies from the parts department.
• Process titles, registrations, license plates and renewal for all district white fleet vehicles and trailers/equipment.
• Maintain digital and physical records of titles, registrations and other related documents.
• Coordinate with other departments to gather required information related to fleet inspections, renewals and registrations.
• Assist in vehicle retirements by collecting license plates, EZ Tags from site vehicles to complete the deactivation process.
• Assist Finance Clerk with required forms, plates and EZ Tag spreadsheet.
• Manage database for all fleet vehicle and driver assignments.
• Create, open and update work orders in the department fleet management system.
• Maintain organized files and work order documentation for all white fleet reports.
• Research replacement parts as needed by use of internet and/or provided digital parts manual.
• Ensures that proper purchasing procedures are maintained in accordance with the policies set forth by the Katy Independent School District.
• Provide accurate accountability for all inventory levels, supplies, materials, and equipment.
• Able to contact vendors for parts/supplies cost and availability.
• Coordinate and schedule service/preventative maintenance on all fleet vehicles to prevent potential problems and maximize vehicle availability.
• Coordinate all offsite fleet and trailer repairs with approved vendors.
• Communicate estimated repair timelines and status updates to departments.
• Maintain a clean and orderly parts room working environment.
• Possess the ability to work well with departmental and non-departmental personnel.
• Possess good oral and written communication skills.
• Provide assistance to the shop foreman in coordinating off-site repairs when requested.
• Other duties as assigned.

Equipment Used:

Personal Computer, calculator, phone, lift dolly, etc.

Working Conditions:

Work with frequent interruptions, maintain emotional control under stress. Frequent walking, standing, twisting, climbing stairs, stooping, bending, grasping/squeezing, wrist and shoulder flexion/extension. Repetitive hand motions, moderate carrying, reaching and capable of lifting 100 pounds. Work outside and inside. Working around vehicles and machinery with moving parts. Frequent exposure to extreme temperatures (both hot and cold), vehicle fumes, dampness and humidity, toxic chemicals, environmental allergens, exhaust fumes, gasoline, diesel fuel, noise, and dust. Irregular hours and occasional prolonged hours.

The foregoing statements describe the general purpose and responsibilities assigned to this job and are not an exhaustive list of all responsibilities and duties that may be assigned or skills that may be required.

Position Type: Full-Time

Job Categories:

Support Staff > Transportation

Job Requirements

• Citizenship, residency or work visa required

Contact Information

• Human Resources Department , Receptionist
• HUMAN RESOURCES
• Katy, Texas 77494
• Phone: [phone]
• Email: [e-mail]

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