Inventory Services Specialist - Fleet, Auto, and Heavy Equipment Parts

Inventory Services Specialist – Fleet Auto and Heavy Equipment Parts - City of West Allis DPW

Join the City of West Allis Public Works team and play a key role in keeping operations running smoothly. As an Inventory Services Specialist, you’ll manage thousands of essential parts and materials, supporting all DPW divisions with an emphasis on Fleet
, where knowledge of automotive, heavy-duty, and other fleet vehicle parts is critical to success. Your work helps ensure our community’s infrastructure stays strong and responsive.

• You’ll support a mission-driven organization that directly serves the West Allis community.
• You’ll work with a wide variety of departments, vendors, contractors, and employees—no two days are the same.
• You’ll be part of a division that manages a large, complex inventory vital to keeping city operations running.
• You’ll have opportunities to grow your skills in inventory systems, procurement, technology, and equipment operation.

• Research, locate, and purchase stock and non-stock parts for multiple Public Works divisions, with a strong focus on automotive, heavy-duty truck, and fleet vehicle components
  .
• Pull, deliver, organize, and track inventory to fulfill department requests.

• Receive, inspect, unload, sort, and log incoming materials.
• Use computerized systems to record inventory, generate purchase orders, and maintain accurate data.
• Monitor the fuel system, issue fuel fobs, and maintain fueling equipment.
• Operate material handling equipment, including forklifts and pallet jacks.
• Conduct inventory audits and help establish minimum/maximum reorder points.
• Coordinate with departments, vendors, and contractors to ensure timely deliveries and prevent work stoppages.
• Handle returns, shipment issues, and prepare items for outgoing shipments.
• Maintain a safe, organized storeroom and ensure stock security.
• Respond to occasional emergency call-ins or odd-hour needs.

• High school diploma or GED; an associate degree in business or related field is preferred.
• Valid Wisconsin driver’s license; ability to obtain CDL, forklift certification, UST operator certification, and
• NIMS training after hire.
• At least one year of warehousing experience.
• Previous
  
  Experience with
  automotive, heavy-duty, or fleet vehicle parts
  , including
• familiarity with common components, systems, and parts sourcing.
• Detail-oriented with strong accuracy in handling parts and inventory.
• Strong collaboration skills across divisions and teams.
• Ability to communicate effectively and work with people from diverse backgrounds

As you take care of our city, we’ll take care of you! We offer valuable benefits and perks, including:

• Health & Wellness:
  • City covers 88% of the medical premium (HRA plan).
  • FREE dental insurance.
  • FREE life insurance.
  • FREE long-term disability coverage.
• Retirement:
  • Participate in Wisconsin’s Retirement Fund with 7% city contribution.
• Generous Time Off:
  • Up to 25 days annually to start.
  • Holiday pay (up to 9 days).
• Professional Growth:
  • Paid training – we invest in our employees!
  • Tuition reimbursement.
  • Educational bonuses for certifications/training completed on city time.
  • Opportunities for advancement.
• Financial Perks:
  • Student loan repayment program.
  • Federal loan forgiveness.
  • Annual salary increases.
• Culture & Extras:
  • Paid employee recognition programs.
  • Employee wellness program.
  • Employee assistance program.
  • Pet insurance.
  • Employee events and more!