POSITION: Parts Clerk
Public Works Department - Fleet Division

RANGE & RATE: Schedule WA00 Range 02
Starting Salary: $26.393/hour - $54,897/year
40–hour work week



SUMMARY:

This is a responsible position within the Fleet Division.

Responsibilities include organization and cost evaluation of fleet parts which include but are not
limited to on-road/off-road heavy, medium, light duty trucks, construction equipment, arks
maintenance equipment, and emergency response vehicles such as police vehicles and firetrucks.
This position interfaces with using agencies, vendors, and internal/external customers. Work
involves a concentration on operational support, customer relations, accountability, and cost
quality of parts. Flexibility in job assignments is required.



SUPERVISION RECEIVED:

Works under the general supervision of the Fleet Supervisor, Fleet Crew Leader, and Fleet
Operations Support Clerk.



ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

Stocks inventory at cost efficient levels while maintaining appropriate services to shop
operations.

Designs, implements, and monitors an on-going cost quality purchasing program.

Conducts cost quality and comparison studies.

Maintains an effective parts catalog system.

Manages warranty claims on parts.

Manages a core exchange program.

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POSTED SEPTEMBER 21, 2022

Prepares and conducts physical inventories on a quarterly basis.

Responsible for the credibility of appropriate information on the repair orders.

Provides timely and accurate support services to operational staff.

Assists Fleet Operations Support Clerk as needed.

Generates positive customer interactions.

Provides various reports, including computer generated reports as necessary.

Provides training, technical support and assistance to staff.

Ensures security of parts facility and inventory.

Maintains a professional facility appearance.

Provides recommendations as needed to build and maintain exemplary quality parts facility.

Utilizes fleet computer software programs for inventory control functions.

Drives a variety of Township vehicles as needed to support fleet acquisition, maintenance and
repair operations including transporting vehicles and equipment to supporting vendors.

Assists with emergency events through coordination of resources and provides support as needed
for the Fleet Division.

Responsible for inner Public Works Department supply assignment and tracking such as personal
protection equipment and tools.

May be assigned to other Public Works divisions to perform required duties.

Performs related work as required.



QUALIFICATIONS:

High school diploma or equivalent, with four (4) years’ experience working in an industrial or
construction equipment parts distribution or similar environment. Automotive parts distribution
will be considered depending on degree of experience.

Must have a valid Class C driver’s license at the time of appointment. All candidates with a
Class C driver’s license will be required to obtain a Class B commercial driver’s license (CDL-
B) within one (1) year of hire.

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Ability to read and follow technical manuals.

Considerable ability to follow oral and written instructions.

Considerable ability to learn the operations of the department. Ability to effectively
communicate verbally and in writing at a technical and professional level.

Excellent verbal communication skills, including excellent customer service skills.

Ability to utilize computer software including Microsoft Word, Excel, and Outlook software
programs.

Considerable ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with supervisors,
co-workers, the general public and vendors.

Demonstrated experience and ability to utilize fleet maintenance management software programs
and other fleet related software programs.

Ability to assist with workflow processes to ensure continuity of Fleet Division service delivery
product to user departments.



PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

Ability to sit for a minimum of 2 up to 8 hours and stand, walk and/or drive for a minimum of 1
up to 8 hours per workday.

Ability to bend, stoop, crouch, kneel, lift, and push/pull for up to 35% of the workday.

Ability to lift and carry up to 50 pounds of tools, equipment, and materials for up to 68% of the
workday and lift and carry up to 100 pounds of tools, materials, and equipment for up to 35% of
the workday.

Ability to use both hands for simple grasping and fine manipulation of equipment and objects.

Ability to perform job functions using safety precautions where moving machinery may be
present.

Ability to drive automotive and construction equipment.

Ability to perform job functions using safety precautions where environmental conditions may
be challenging.

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POSTED SEPTEMBER 21, 2022

SELECTION: Based on education, work experience, merit, training, employee
record, test scores and interview.

HOW TO APPLY: External Applicants: Employment applications can be

downloaded from www.lowermerion.org – employment
opportunities.

Send application to: Human Resources Department

75 E. Lancaster Avenue, 2nd Floor
Ardmore, PA 19003

Or email: humanresources@lowermerion.org

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POSTED SEPTEMBER 21, 2022