Parts Receiving Specialist

Job Summary

Parts Receiving Specialist (Inventory Purchasing Specialist
1) plays a key role in the day‑to‑day operations of the Parts and Materials team. The position handles the receiving of all special orders and stock inventory, bills each item to the correct location, delivers parts to mechanics, and picks up parts from vendors that do not deliver. The role combines paper processing with physical inventory handling.

Job Duties

• Receive inbound shipments from external vendors.
• Operate a forklift safely to unload products.
• Lift up to 50 lbs.
• Perform physical inventory counting.
• Inspect inbound inventory for damage or missing components.
• Input and research inventory and disbursement records, adjustments, and parts history/usage.
• Review daily computer reports and reconcile them with source documents.
• Assist customers by looking up and pulling products for them.

Experience, Qualifications, Knowledge, Skills

• Knowledge of basic warehousing equipment and supplies.
• Knowledge of general office procedures and policies.
• Knowledge of basic accounting or bookkeeping principles.
• Skill in operating a forklift.
• Strong customer service skills.
• Basic computer skills.
• Ability to follow direction.
• Basic mathematical skills.
• Ability to multitask in a fast‑paced environment.

Special Requirements

• Obtain and maintain a valid Washington State Driver’s License or be able to travel throughout the County as needed.
• Pass a pre‑employment physical examination.
• Obtain a King County Forklift Certification.

Work Location

Scheduled at both Fleet Shops:
Renton (155 Monroe Ave NE, Renton, WA 98056) and Orcas (707 S Orcas St, Seattle, WA 98108) depending on operational needs.

Work Schedule

Base 40 hours per week, Monday‑Friday. Standard shifts range from 5:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.; shifts may fluctuate with seasons or emergencies. Employees may be required to work 12‑hour on/off shifts during severe weather or other emergencies.

Union Representation

Local 117 - Joint Units Agreement.

Apply

The recruitment is open to all qualified candidates. A completed King County Application is required. We highly recommend providing a resume and cover letter. If you have questions, contact Karina Cordova (kcordova or 206‑848‑0395).

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision coverage options.
• Life and disability insurance.
• Retirement: pension plan and 457(b) deferred‑compensation plan.
• Transportation program and ORCA transit pass.
• 12 paid holidays plus two personal holidays.
• Generous vacation and paid sick leave.
• Paid parental, family, medical, and volunteer leaves.
• Flexible Spending Account and wellness programs.
• Onsite activity centers and employee giving program.
• Employee assistance programs.
• Flexible schedules and telecommuting options, depending on position.
• Training and career development programs.

Equal Employment Opportunity

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 (including gender identity, sexual orientation and pregnancy), age, genetic information, disability, veteran status, or other protected class.

Priority Placement Program Questions

Are you applying as an eligible current or previous King County Employee Priority Placement Program Participant?

• Yes – I was given a layoff notice from my Career Service role within two years of the effective date and the position I was laid off from was the same or higher FT percentage.
• No.

If you answered “Yes”, provide the following:
1) the title you held when you received your layoff notice,
2) the department you worked in,
3) the effective date of your layoff.#J-18808-Ljbffr