Parts Clerk - MVTA

Knowledge and Experience:

• Two (2) years parts stock room experience preferably in Transit but will accept automotive, trucking and or any parts experience related to the field of Fleet Maintenance.
• High School Diploma or GED
• Must have a valid MN driver’s license
• General computer database knowledge required such as but not limited to, RTA, Microsoft Office, Cummins Quick Serve, FEDEX Freight Manager Systems and ability to learn various vendor software systems
• Basic mechanical knowledge required or the ability to learn the parts for the different vehicles required
• Requires the person to be self-directed
• Ability to operate a Forklift and pass the In-house Forklift Training Certification Program

Skills:

• Inventory skills are essential
• Must have strong organizational skills
• Good practical skills
• Communication skills
• Analysis and problem-solving skills
• Focus on safety

• →Receiving, counting, and inspecting parts materials to ensure accurate quantity and quality
• →Process requisitions for parts requested by Management or Mechanic Leader
• →Make daily/weekly inventory counts of parts room items to ensure proper identification and re-supply needs
• →Drive to deliver or pick up parts when required
• →Distributes requested parts to mechanics
• →Receives parts requisition order forms from mechanics and other maintenance personnel
• →Research parts number either from manufacturer's supply catalogue or on computer
• →Obtains parts from bins and posts parts to computerized work order and compares labor code on requisition to computer code
• →Performs audits of parts and materials
• →Orders parts and materials from various vendor networks
• →Physically places parts in the proper location after the items have been properly received
• →Annually and as needed, physically counts parts/supplies and gives information to Parts Supervisor
• →Being able to work in a fast-paced environment
• →Perform other duties as assigned.

• Assist Parts Manager with purchase orders
• Assist with AP coding of invoices with correct code number

• Ensure that the Road Traffic Safety Management System (RTSMS) conforms to the requirements
• Ensure that the RTSMS processes are delivering their intended outputs
• Report to management on the performance of the RTSMS and on opportunities for improvement and on the need for change or innovation
• Ensure the promotion of customer focus throughout the organization
• Ensure the integrity of the RTSMS is maintained, when any changes to RTSMS are planned and implemented           

Physical Demands and Work Environment: 

The physical demands and work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee may encounter while performing the essential functions of the job.  Reasonable accommodation may be requested to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. 

All roles may entail, to varying extents, the following physical demands:

• Long periods (potentially exceeding 8 hours per day) of walking, standing, sitting, bending, pushing, pulling, climbing, lifting, balancing, stooping, twisting, squatting, handling materials, repetitive hand-wrist motions, and traversing uneven surfaces;
• Exposure to both extreme heat and cold;
• Exposure to loud noises, fumes, and airborne particles;

In addition to the above demands inherent in every role, the following roles may entail unique physical demands, including:

• Operators/Drivers may work inside or outside vehicles and may operate vehicles for over 8 hours per day.
• Operations Supervisors and Managers may split their work between an office setting looking at a computer screen/electronic device and active transit field locations driving in a vehicle.
• Maintenance Employees may be exposed to toxic or caustic chemicals in a ventilated maintenance shop and may work with personal computers, laptops, electronic hand-held devices, complex electrical schematics, diagnostic software and testing devices, and other heavy machinery.
• Office Staff may work indoors in air-conditioned or well-ventilated facilities, including offices and cubicle spaces equipped with a telephone and computer and may entail typing or looking at a computer screen.

• Drug screening: Pursuant to Department of Transportation regulations, employment for safety-sensitive positions will be contingent upon passing a pre-employment drug screen and a physical examination. Keolis maintains a drug-free workplace. Employment will also be contingent upon completion of a background check consistent with applicable federal, state, and/or local laws. 
• Safety commitment: Safety is a way of life at Keolis. By placing safety first, we ensure the wellbeing of our employees, customers, and communities. Together we can become the safest transportation company in the world. 
• Environmental commitment: Keolis is committed to protecting the environment by minimizing the impact of our operations on the communities where we operate.
• EEO statement: Our policy is to afford Equal Employment Opportunity to qualified individuals regardless of their race, color, sex, religion, age, creed, marital status, national origin, ancestry, physical or mental disability, sexual orientation, pregnancy status, genetic information, veteran status, gender identification, or any other status protected by applicable law. If you require a reasonable accommodation to participate in the application or interview process, please contact KTA-HR@keolisna.com. Keolis complies with federal and state disability laws and provides reasonable accommodations to qualified applicants. 
• Work authorization: “Applicants must be authorized to work in the United States. Keolis does not sponsor visas for this position”
• Disclaimer and closing statement: The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work performed by employees assigned to this classification. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required of employees assigned to this job. Keolis is committed to offering our employees competitive compensation and benefits, opportunities for development and growth throughout an exciting and rewarding career, and the safest work environment possible.