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Job Description
CAREER DESCRIPTION
FLEET SERVICES PARTS TECHNICIAN
(Warehouse Worker II)
SALARY INFORMATION
Salary may be negotiable within the range listed above, based on position requirements and successful candidate's qualifications, subject to appropriate authorization.
OPEN TO THE PUBLIC
This recruitment is open to the public and is being held to establish an eligible list to fill current and future Warehouse Worker II vacancies within OC Public Works and/or other County of Orange agencies. This recruitment may also be used to fill positions in similar and/or lower classifications.
DEADLINE TO APPLY
Qualified applicants are encouraged to apply immediately, as the recruitment will close on
Thursday , June 4, 2026, at 11:59 PM (PT ) .
OC PUBLIC WORKS
OC Public Works (OCPW) provides services on a regional basis to unincorporated areas, to cities, and to other County agencies and departments. The primary mission of the department is to protect and enrich the community through the sustainable delivery of projects and services. OC Public Works’ guiding principles are safety, integrity, quality, teamwork, and adaptability.
OCPW is a unique County department comprised of ten (10) service areas: Administrative Services, Agricultural Commissioner/Sealer of Weights & Measures; OC Construction; OC Development Services; OC Environmental Resources; OC Facilities Design & Construction and CUF; OC Facilities Maintenance & OC Fleet Services; OC Infrastructure Programs; OC Operations & Maintenance.
OC Fleet Services
OC Fleet Services delivers high-quality fleet management services to the County in a cost-effective and efficient manner. Fleet Services supports the County vehicle and heavy equipment fleet, including light-duty vehicles, heavy equipment, diesel-powered equipment, natural gas-powered equipment, alternative fuel assets, and specialized public safety equipment.
For more information on OC Public Works click here .
For more information on the County of Orange click here .
THE OPPORTUNITY
The Fleet Services Parts Technician (Warehouse Worker II) assigned to OC Fleet Services performs a variety of detailed warehouse, inventory, and fleet-parts support duties. The position is responsible for receiving, stocking, issuing, researching, ordering, and tracking parts and supplies used in vehicle and equipment maintenance operations. The position requires independent judgment in applying correct procedures, communicating with technicians and vendors, and using computerized inventory and fleet management systems. As a knowledgeable and customer service-orientated Parts Technician, this position ensures that the right part is provided at the right time to keep part inventories low and reduce waste within a heavy operational automotive shop.
The job duties include but are not limited to:
- Maintaining an inventory of diverse automotive parts ranging from simple and easily procured parts to complex and hard to find parts
- Processing parts orders and routing the requested items to the requestor in a timely manner
- Communicating and coordinating with vendors to research and procure necessary items and solve shipping and delivery issues
- Maintaining accurate and complete records of supplies and parts that are issued and received
- Reduce waste by implementing and following sound inventory control practices
- Investigating inventory discrepancies to locate and correct errors
- Assist in conducting the annual inventory audit and ongoing cycle count
DESIRABLE QUALIFICATIONS AND CORE COMPETENCIES
The ideal candidate will have a minimum of six (6) months of warehouse, inventory, fleet parts, or automotive/heavy equipment parts experience and will possess or be able to obtain forklift certification as required by the assignment.
Technical Expertise
- Ability to research, identify, obtain, receive, stock, issue, and track vehicle and equipment parts, accessories, tools, and shop supplies
- Proficient in using fleet management information systems (FMIS), computerized inventory systems, scanners, handheld devices, email, and related software to document parts activity and inventory transactions
- Experienced in preparing requisitions, communicate with vendors, review orders, receive deliveries, process stock, and support just-in-time inventory practices
- Knowledgeable in parts warehouse management methods, including stocking, issuing, cycle count support, inventory control, returns, core tracking, and safe storage of equipment and supplies
- Capable of interpreting labels, part numbers, schematics, wire colors, shop information, vendor catalogs, order documents, and related inventory information
- Skilled in the operation of warehouse equipment, hand trucks, pallet jacks, forklifts, and light trucks as required by assignment
Customer Service Skills
- Ability to interact professionally with technicians, supervisors, vendors, departments, and internal customers in a professional and courteous manner
- Adept at anticipating parts and inventory needs that affect maintenance workflow, repair timeliness, and vehicle availability
- Proven success in establishing productive working relationships with internal and external customers while maintaining accurate records and accountability
Communication & Collaboration
- Skilled at collaborating with technicians to identify correct parts needed for overhauling and repairing light, heavy, alternative fuel, diesel-powered, and natural gas-powered equipment and related systems
- Strong capability to exchange information accurately and concisely, both orally and in writing
- Experienced in interpreting, applying, and following oral and written instructions, policies, procedures, safety rules, and work orders
- Effective in communication with supervision, co-workers, technicians, vendors, and the public as required by assignment
Safety Conscious
- Ability to apply safe lifting practices and safe material-handling methods when moving parts, equipment, and supplies
- Competent in safely handling storage, receipt, issuance, transport, and handling of tools, parts, chemicals, and other shop-related equipment
- Proficient at recognizing and reporting safety hazards in warehouse, shop, office, and field environments
- Committed to using required safety equipment, which may include safety shoes or boots, safety glasses or face shields, gloves, hearing protection, rain attire, and other personal protective equipment
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
Click here to view the complete classification description for Warehouse Worker II.
REQUIRED LICENSE
Possession of a Class C California Driver License is required before the date of appointment and while employed in this classification. Driving record must not have a citation for reckless driving or a citation related to driving under the influence of drugs or alcohol or other restrictions that negatively impact insurability.
Special Requirements
In some assignments, incumbents may be required to obtain and maintain a Forklift Operator certificate.
RECRUITMENT PROCESS
Human Resource Services (HRS) screens all application materials for minimum and/or desirable qualifications. After screening, applicants who meet the minimum and/or desirable qualifications will be referred to the next step in the recruitment process. All applicants will be notified via email of their status in the process.
Structured Oral Interview | SOI (Weighted 100%)
Candidates will be interviewed and rated by a panel of job knowledge experts. Each candidate's rating will be based on responses to a series of structured questions designed to elicit the candidate's qualifications for the job.
Based on the Department's needs, the selection procedures listed above may be modified. All candidates will be notified of any changes in the selection procedure.
Eligible List
Once the assessments have been completed, HRS will establish an eligible list of candidates. Candidates placed on the eligible list may be referred to a selection interview to be considered for present and future vacancies.
Veterans Employment Preference
The County is committed to providing a mechanism to give preferential consideration in the employment process to veterans and their eligible spouses and will provide eligible participants the opportunity to receive interviews in the selection process for employment and paid internship openings. Please click here to review the policy.
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
EMAIL NOTIFICATION
Email is the primary form of notification during the recruitment process. Please ensure your correct email address is included in our application and use only one email account.
NOTE: User accounts are established for one person only and should not be shared with another person. Multiple applications with multiple users may jeopardize your status in the recruitment process for any positions for which you apply.
Candidates will be notified regarding their status as the recruitment proceeds via email through the GovernmentJobs.com site. Please check your email folders, including spam/junk folders, and/or accept emails ending with "governmentjobs.com" and "ocgov.com." If your email address should change, please update your profile at www.governmentjobs.com.
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
Click here for additional Frequently Asked Questions.
Questions? For specific information pertaining to this recruitment, contact Brian Quinlan at (714) 667-9750 or by email at brian.quinlan@pw.oc.gov .
EEO INFORMATION
Orange County, as an equal employment opportunity employer, encourages applicants from diverse backgrounds to apply.
Non-Management Benefits
In addition to the County's standard suite of benefits, such as a variety of health plan options, annual leave and paid holidays--we also offer an excellent array of benefits such as a Health Care Reimbursement Account, 457 Defined Contribution Plan and Annual Education and Professional Reimbursement. Employees are provided a Retirement Plan through the Orange County Employees Retirement System (OCERS).
Please go to the following link to find out more about Defined Benefit Pensions and OCERS Plan Types/Benefits.
http://www.ocers.org/active-member-information
Click here for information about benefits offered to County of Orange employees.
Closing Date/Time: 6/4/2026 11:59 PM Pacific -
ABOUT THE COMPANY
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