Tools and Parts Attendant

All Aviation Jobs; Charleston (SC); On-site; USD 3,746,000 - 4,159,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health & Welfare benefit

Job summary

LAUKOA is seeking a Tools and Parts Attendant to manage procurement, receipt, storage, and issuance of maintenance tools, parts, and consumables. You will support preventive and corrective maintenance by ensuring materials are available and inventory records are accurate.

The role requires experience in inventory control, procurement, and working knowledge of maintenance materials; OSHA/EPA safety compliance is essential. Shift is 0700–1600 with potential for emergency procurement outside hours.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Experience in tool room operations or inventory control.
• Experience procuring maintenance materials and parts.
• Ability to read equipment manuals, parts breakdowns, and supplier catalogs.
• Strong organizational, recordkeeping, and customer service skills.
• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds and operate material handling equipment (or obtain certification).
• Experience using computerized inventory management systems and MS Office applications.
• Knowledge of OSHA/EPA safety requirements.

Responsibilities

• Procure maintenance materials, repair parts, tools, equipment, and consumable supplies in accordance with procedures.
• Coordinate with vendors to obtain pricing, availability, and delivery schedules.
• Receive, inspect, verify, and stock incoming shipments; identify damaged items.
• Maintain organized inventory of tools, parts, and supplies in stockrooms and tool storage areas.
• Issue tools and materials to maintenance personnel; track accountability in systems.
• Monitor inventory levels and reorder stock to maintain minimum/maximum quantities.
• Conduct periodic inventories and reconcile discrepancies.
• Maintain purchasing, receiving, inventory, and issuance records in CMMS/MS systems.
• Track material usage, warranties, and repair history.
• Coordinate repair, calibration, or replacement of tools and equipment.
• Ensure hazardous materials and controlled items are properly labeled and stored per requirements.
• Maintain clean, safe, and organized warehouse and tool crib operations.
• Support emergency maintenance procurement as needed.
• Assist supervisors with forecasting material requirements for PM schedules and repairs.
• Follow all safety policies and site procedures; perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Inventory control

Purchasing

Supply support

Maintenance materials knowledge

Microsoft Office

CMMS systems

Reading manuals/catalogs

Organizational skills

Customer service

Prioritization

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

MS Office

CMMS software

Pallet jacks / forklifts

Job description

Job Title: Tools and Parts Attendant

Job Summary: Support facilities maintenance operations at FLETC Charleston and Naval Weapons Station by managing the procurement, receipt, storage, issuance, and inventory control of maintenance tools, equipment, parts, and consumable materials. As LAUKOA's Tools and Parts Attendant, you will ensure maintenance personnel have the tools and materials necessary to safely and efficiently perform preventive maintenance, corrective maintenance, and repair activities while maintaining accurate inventory records and supporting supply chain operations.

Location: Charleston, SC

Salary: $22.10–$25.10 per hour, plus an additional $5.09/hour Health & Welfare (H&W) benefit, for a total compensation of $27.19–$30.19 per hour. This based on interview and experience.

Responsibilities

• Procure maintenance materials, repair parts, tools, equipment, and consumable supplies in accordance with company purchasing procedures and contract requirements.
• Coordinate with vendors and suppliers to obtain pricing, availability, and delivery schedules for required materials.
• Receive, inspect, verify, and stock incoming shipments to ensure accuracy and identify damaged or incorrect items.
• Maintain organized inventory of tools, parts, and supplies within stockrooms and tool storage areas.
• Issue tools, equipment, and materials to maintenance personnel and maintain accountability through inventory tracking systems.
• Monitor inventory levels and proactively reorder stock to maintain appropriate minimum and maximum inventory quantities.
• Conduct periodic physical inventories and reconcile discrepancies between physical counts and inventory management systems.
• Maintain accurate purchasing, receiving, inventory, and issuance records utilizing computerized inventory management or CMMS systems.
• Track material usage, tool accountability, warranties, and repair history as applicable.
• Coordinate repair, calibration, or replacement of company-owned tools and equipment.
• Ensure hazardous materials and controlled items are properly labeled, stored, and managed in accordance with OSHA, EPA, manufacturer requirements, and contract specifications.
• Maintain clean, safe, and organized warehouse, stockroom, and tool crib operations.
• Support emergency maintenance operations by expediting procurement of critical repair materials.
• Assist maintenance supervisors with forecasting material requirements for preventive maintenance schedules and repair projects.
• Follow all company safety policies, OSHA regulations, and site-specific procedures.
• Perform other related duties as assigned.

This job description is not intended to be exhaustive. Management reserves the right to modify or assign additional duties as needed.

Qualifications

• Experience in tool room operations, inventory control, purchasing, supply support, or maintenance material management.
• Experience procuring maintenance materials, repair parts, and industrial supplies preferred.
• Working knowledge of mechanical, electrical, plumbing, HVAC, and facility maintenance materials and components.
• Experience using computerized inventory management systems and/or Microsoft Office applications.
• Ability to read equipment manuals, parts breakdowns, and manufacturer catalogs to identify replacement components.
• Strong organizational, recordkeeping, and customer service skills.
• Ability to prioritize multiple requests while supporting maintenance operations.
• Ability to safely operate material handling equipment such as pallet jacks and forklifts (or ability to obtain certification).
• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds and perform work in warehouse and outdoor environments.
• High school diploma or GED required.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience supporting federal facilities maintenance or government service contracts.
• Forklift certification.
• Knowledge of Federal Acquisition, purchasing, or property accountability practices.

Additional Requirements

• Must be able to obtain a favorable adjudication via a DHS background investigation and maintain suitability clearance.
• Must be a U.S. citizen or lawful permanent resident with work authorization.
• This position may require the operation of Company-provided vehicles.
  • If operating Company-provided vehicles, maintaining a valid driver's license in good standing is a condition of employment.
  • Employee must comply with all Company vehicle use and safety policies and applicable traffic laws.
  • The Company may review your motor vehicle record (MVR), as permitted by law, to verify eligibility to operate Company vehicles.
  • Employee must immediately notify the Company if their driver's license is suspended, revoked, restricted, expires, or if driving privileges otherwise change.
• Work Hours are 0700 – 1600 with availability to support emergency procurement requirements outside normal work hours when operationally necessary.
• Work schedules are determined by management and may be modified at any time based on business needs, contractual obligations, and operational.

We are an Equal Opportunity/VEVRAA federal contractor. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

We offer a best-in-class benefits program including medical, dental, and vision insurance; a 401(k) program with employer match; paid vacation and sick leave; employer-paid basic life and AD&D insurance; an Employee Assistance Program; and a flexible work environment. Additionally, employees can choose from several voluntary benefits including critical illness coverage; accident insurance; identity theft coverage; pet insurance, and more.

We give preference to internal candidates. If no internal candidate meets our qualifications, external candidates will be given consideration.