Transit Parts Specialist

Transit Parts Specialist – Vehicle Maintenance Division. Responsible for maintaining accurate inventories of parts, equipment, and supplies for transit fleet and facility maintenance.

• Order, receive, inspect, store, and issue inventory for automotive, coach, and heavy‑duty equipment.
• Maintain appropriate stock levels and cost‑effective inventory control using manual and automated systems.
• Process all phases of inventory changes, including sale, salvage, and cycle counts.
• Assist mechanics and shop staff in identifying and obtaining required parts, components, and supplies.
• Coordinate stock transfers and place orders for emergency supplies when needed.
• Verify incoming stock against documentation, enter arrivals, and charge to correct cost centers.
• Prepare storage space, load and unload shipments using forklifts and other warehouse equipment.
• Assemble parts kits for storage and distribution.
• Perform additional duties as assigned.

• Experience working in a warehouse or parts room environment, including ordering, receiving, stocking, storing, and issuing parts using a computerized inventory system.
• Knowledge of inventory best practices and proficiency with Enterprise Asset Management Systems.
• Ability to read and understand parts catalogs and technical publications for automotive and heavy‑diesel parts.
• Demonstrated commitment to safety and efficient, accurate inventory handling.
• Strong customer service orientation and ability to build effective work relationships.

• Completion of the Transit Parts Specialist Workforce Development Program.
• Completion of a vocational warehousing or parts counter training program.
• Parts room experience in diesel, transit coach, automotive, or marine repair industry.
• Effective communication, prioritization, and customer service skills.

• Valid Washington State driver’s license with acceptable 5‑year driving record.
• Must pass a post‑offer, pre‑employment physical examination.

King County is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) employer. No person is unlawfully excluded from employment opportunities based on race, color, religion, national origin, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, pregnancy, age, genetic information, disability, veteran status, or other protected class. Our EEO policy applies to all employment actions, including recruitment, hiring, training, promotion, and compensation.

Eligible positions receive comprehensive benefits, including medical, dental, vision, life insurance, disability, retirement plans, transportation program, paid holidays, vacation, sick leave, family leave, flexible spending account, wellness programs, activity centers, giving program, assistance programs, telecommuting options, and training and career development.