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Parts Technician ; CSU Jobs in Edmonton, Canada at City of Edmonton
Title: Parts Technician ; CSU
Company: City of Edmonton
Location: Edmonton, Canada
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Position: Parts Technician I (CSU) (ID: 55296)
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 Municipal fleet on the move. You’ll work in Municipal Fleet Maintenance locations, parks and roads and other warehouses assessing and fulfilling parts and material requirements for a variety of equipment, 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‑night 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 or practical parts/warehouse experience
Assets
Fork lift truck license is an asset
Occupational Health and Safety; WHMIS; SOS; TDG training
Experience with SAP, M5 or other ERP software solutions
Skills required for success
Knowledge of materials and equipment used by different 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
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
Demonstrated work ethic with a willingness/ ability to learn and be mentored
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
Compliance with the City of Edmonton’s safety standards for Personal Protective Equipment (PPE), such as wearing steel‑toed boots, is a requirement
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 and eye protection is required
May be exposed to precipitation and bright/ dark work environments
May handle chemicals for fleet maintenance related orders
May work alone and/or on different shifts
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