Summary

The Apparatus Parts Advisor is responsible for the research, procurement, receipt, verification, labeling, storage, documentation, and security of all parts in the parts storage area. This position requires data entry with the use of an inventory software program.

Apparatus Parts Advisor Duties and Responsibilities

Responsible for organization & cleanliness of parts area; must ensure parts area is always organized

Ensure accuracy and reliability of data entered into inventory software program

Review parts needed in inventory software program submitted by Service Advisor; research, identify, procure, pick & and issue requested parts from inventory to Technician

Create and submit purchase orders for both stock parts and non-stock parts for work orders

Sorts, counts, packages, labels, verifies count, unpacks, and/or logs inventory which is shipped or received in inventory software program

Label parts in boxes with the correct identifying part number; consolidate parts waiting on jobs on a designated and labeled shelf, with parts being clearly labeled with customer name and WO#; remove shop supplies from parts inventory area and clearly label supplies as non-inventory/shop supplies

Ensure parts returns are conducted in a timely manner and correctly documented in inventory software program

Responsible for all parts transfers between service locations, as requested by the Service Manager or Service Advisor

Perform cycle count of inventory on a quarterly basis per established policies and procedures

Responsible for knowledge/understanding of service parts/product identification

Other duties as assigned

Must have strong organizational skills

Must have computer skills and familiarity with Microsoft Office, including Outlook, Excel, Word, Google

Must be able to perform in a high intensity/high volume environment

Must have financially sound judgment to handle and transport valuable parts

Must have a valid driver’s license with clean driving record

Education and/or Experience

High School Diploma or GED

Mechanical Knowledge of Fire Apparatus / Ambulances

Experience with parts inventory a plus

Physical Demands

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is required to use hands to handle or feel; reach with hands and arms; and talk or hear. The employee is required to stand; walk; and stoop, kneel, crouch or crawl. The employee is occasionally required to sit and climb or balance. The employee is occasionally required to walk stairs and/or climb ladders. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move objects routinely in excess of 20lbs.