Parts Technician Ii - Edmonton, Canada - City of Edmonton

City of Edmonton

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Edmonton, Canada

2 weeks ago

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Sophia Lee

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Description

Parts Technician II (CSU) Up to 11 months

Job Number:

46738
From nuts and bolts to widgets and gadgets - you know your parts inventory Make your mark assisting mechanics with obtaining the tools and equipment they need to keep our City's fleet moving and begin crafting yourself a successful career

Duties will include:

Review manufacturer's parts books and catalogues to select the correct parts or materials based on needs
Determine the source of parts supply
Prepare quotes for business partners for any parts and materials requirements
Initiate purchase order process for any special inventory requirements
Receive parts deliveries from suppliers and validates for quality and quantity
Ensure every product that requires a Safety Data Sheet is updated and available in the system
Determine appropriate transportation methods
Coordinate pickup and delivery of parts with trucking, courier companies and suppliers
Enter receiving data into the corporate inventory management system
Issue received parts to the appropriate business area
Contact suppliers regarding damage, shortage or incorrect quality of items received to reconcile discrepancies
Maintain a file on parts ordered but not received and expedites with suppliers for delivery information to meet business partners timelines
Ensure stock is organized, rotated and monitor for expiry/warranties
Ensure a safe work environment with proper housekeeping
Lead safety inspections as required
Report and incidents or near misses to supervisor
Participate and attend regular safety meetings for work location
Determine whether parts and materials are required for the present or the future and work with Supply Chain teams to determine the disposition method
Return incorrect and obsolete items to the appropriate supplier
Record parts and materials movement activities
Offer alternatives types of stock to improve customer service
Make recommendations to the Inventory Planning team for inventory stocks, inventory levels and alternative materials; keeping select parts or materials in stock
Monitor item warranties or returns to vendors
Participate in special assignments or projects
Conduct cycle counts to investigate and reconcile discrepancies
Ensure that manufacturer's parts books, catalogues and electronic system are maintained up to date
Oversees parts room operations and provides direction and guidance to staff
Works closely with business partners to understand business needs in order to provide excellent customer service for upcoming business partner activities
Conducts detailed investigations and posts the differences in the systems
Related duties as required

Qualifications:

Journeyman Parts Technician Certificate recognized by Government of Alberta's Advanced Education and Technology
5 years Journeyman parts experience. Those who possess 2 years Journeyman parts and 3 years warehousing experience, 2 which includes supervisory experience, will also be considered
Strong knowledge of mechanical parts, catalogues, distributors and dealers
Considerable knowledge of inventory control and warehousing practices
Knowledge of City purchasing and requisitioning procedures
Knowledge in the maintenance of MSDS catalogues and WHMIS
Applicants may be required to complete other training courses recognized by the City of Edmonton
Strong and accurate data entry skills
Demonstrated excellence providing customer skills; the ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships
Thorough knowledge of materials and equipment used by Warehouse Operations and Fleet 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
Strong leadership skills required to provide coaching and oversight to subordinate roles
Excellent listening, verbal and written communication skills
Ability to work highly independent; ability to take initiative and be resourceful
Ability to identify where nonstandard processes should apply
Proven ability to make effective recommendations and seek approval for the action, as required
Ability to consider the impact to other organizations and business units
Ability to operate a forklift
Physical ability to lift a weight of 23 kilograms and reach top shelves with the aid of a stepladder
Valid Alberta Class 5 Driver's License, must be eligible to obtain a City Driving Permit
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
Demonstrate alignment with the Cultural Commitments of Safe, Helpful, Accountable, Integrated and Excellent, fostering an environment for others to do the same. F