Shop Inventory Specialist - Transportation (2025-2026) at Prosper ISD

Salary: $50,498/Days: 226

Primary Purpose:

Maintain stock room for transportation department. Purchase, stock, distribute, and maintain inventory of parts, supplies, and materials for repairing and maintaining district vehicles.

Qualifications:

Education/Certification:

High school diploma or GED

Clear and valid Texas drivers’ license

Driving record that meets the requirements of the district’s insurance carrier

Must have or be willing to obtain CDL within 90 days of hire

Special Knowledge/Skills:

Basic math skills

Knowledge of auto parts and terminology

Knowledge of purchasing procedures

Ability to use automated inventory system

Ability to understand and follow verbal and written instructions

Effective organizational, communication, and interpersonal skills

Efficient electronic and manual file organization.

Ability to read and understand documents including policies and procedures manuals

Ability to pass U.S. D.O.T. alcohol and drug tests and annual physical exam

Experience:

Two years of experience in inventory parts management preferred

Major Responsibilities and Duties:

Purchasing and Receiving

1. Locate and requisition all parts, materials, and supplies needed for vehicle repair and maintenance and order fuel. Maintain inventory at established levels and initiate purchase orders to replace as needed.

2. Pick up parts ordered as needed or arrange for delivery.

3. Contact vendors to check on availability of parts and supplies. Ensure parts catalogs and other resource information are current.

4. Load and unload delivery trucks as needed. Unpack items received and inspect for damage and defects.

5. Work cooperatively with purchasing department to develop and define specifications and identify sources for parts and materials.

Records

6. Conduct regular parts and fuel usage inventories and identify and resolve any deficiencies.

7. Compile, maintain, and file all records required including records on parts used, time spent on labor, and cost of each repair job.

8. Verify accuracy of shipments and record any discrepancies or damage. Detect and resolve problems with incorrect orders, invoices, and shipments.

Safety

9. Follow established safety procedures and techniques to perform job duties including lifting and climbing. Operate tools and equipment according to established safety procedures.

10. Correct unsafe conditions in work area and promptly report any conditions that are not immediately correctable to supervisor.

11. Follow district safety protocols and emergency procedures.

Other

12. Serve as a substitute bus driver as needed and must be available for morning and afternoon routes.

13. Conduct responsibilities in accordance with customer care principles.

14. Maintain positive, cooperative working relationships with staff members and the public through all forms of communication.

15. Perform other duties as assigned.

Supervisory Responsibilities:

None

Mental Demands/Physical Demands/Environmental Factors:

Tools/Equipment Used: Standard office equipment including computer and peripherals; forklift or hydraulic lifting equipment; small hand tools; light truck or van

Posture: Frequent standing, kneeling/squatting, bending/stooping, pushing/pulling, and twisting

Motion: Repetitive hand motions; frequent keyboarding and use of mouse; frequent walking, climbing ladders; grasping/squeezing, wrist flexion/extension, and overhead reaching; frequent driving

Lifting: Heavy lifting and carrying (45 pounds and over) on a daily basis

Environment: Work outside and inside, on slippery or uneven walking surfaces; frequent exposure to extreme hot and cold temperatures, dust, toxic chemicals and materials, noise, and vibration; work around moving objects or vehicles; may work alone; occasional prolonged or irregular hours

Mental Demands: Maintain emotional control under stress