Parts Technician I (ATU)

Edmonton, AB
Permanent
Full-time

6 days ago

From nuts and bolts to widgets and gadgets - you know your parts inventory! We're looking for an organized and detail-oriented Parts Technician to join our team! In this role, you'll play a key part in keeping our City's transit fleet on the move. You'll work in Transit Fleet Maintenance locations, assessing and fulfilling parts and material requirements for a variety of buses, light-rail vehicles, and other supporting needs.Your responsibilities will include sourcing, ordering, receiving, unpacking, inspecting, warehousing, and distributing parts and materials. You'll also maintain accurate inventory records and provide excellent customer service to mechanics and supporting teams. If you have a strong knowledge of heavy equipment parts and materials and a passion for providing top-notch service, come and join our team!What will you do?

Collaborate with business partners to identify and understand parts and material requirements in order to provide excellent customer service
Review manufacturer's parts books, catalogs and other resources to select the correct parts or materials based on submitted orders and/or field confirmation
Work with internal teams and external suppliers to source requirements and coordinate delivery within business required timelines
Maintain paperwork for orders, deliveries, returns and other activities for operational and audit purposes
Make recommendations for inventory requirements, alternatives and stocking levels
Ensure the warehouse and stocked inventory are efficiently organized and maintained, conducting cycle counts and investigating when discrepancies are identified
Record your work in our corporate inventory management system (SAP) and computerized fleet management system (M5)
Refer to and follow Standard Operating, Occupational Health and Safety, and Environmental procedures, policies and standards
Perform other related duties as required

Qualifications

Alberta Journeyman Parts Technician Certification or Interprovincial Red Seal equivalent
1 year experience working as a journeyman parts technician
Occupational Health and Safety; WHMIS; SOS; TDG training

Assets:

Fork lift truck license is an asset

Skills required for success:

Knowledge of materials and equipment used by Transit Services
Knowledge of inventory management, automated office and inventory control systems
Knowledge of electronic and manual parts lookup practices, purchasing, and requisitioning procedures
Knowledge and experience related to storage and handling of hazardous goods
Excellent customer service skills
Excellent listening, verbal, and written communication skills
Ability to work highly independent; ability to take initiative and be resourceful
Ability to identify where non-standard processes should apply; ability to make effective recommendations and seek approval for action, as required
Ability to consider impact to other organizations and business units
Physical ability to perform work functions of this position
Ability to operate a forklift

Conditions of Employment:

Candidates are required to hold a valid Alberta Class 5 driver's licence (or provincial equivalent) Obtaining and maintaining a City Driver's permit is a requirement of this position
Hire is dependent on a Criminal Records Check (CRC) security clearance that is satisfactory to the City of Edmonton and is a requirement of this position. There may be a cost associated with this requirement

Work Environment:

Physical ability to lift a weight of up to 100lbs
Physical ability to reach top shelves with the aid of a stepladder
May work in dry, humid, dusty areas
May be exposed to precipitation and bright/ dark work environments
May handle chemicals for fleet maintenance related orders
PPE Required - Steel toed footwear. May include safety eyewear
May work alone and/or on different shifts
Alignment to our Cultural Commitments and Leadership Competencies (

) * Embracing a culture of equity, diversity, reconciliation and inclusion

Applicants may be tested

The City of Edmonton values applicants with a diverse range of skills, experiences and competencies, and encourages you to apply. We strive to provide reasonable access and accommodations throughout the recruitment process. To request an accommodation, please contact . Learn more about our benefits .Up to 1 permanent full-time position availableHours of Work: 40 hours per weekSalary Range: $40.250 (Hourly); $84,042.00 (Annually)Recruitment Consultant: RD/SBEdmonton rests in the heart of Treaty Six territory in Alberta and the homelands of the Métis Nation.

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