Inventory Technician
Salary
$25.43 Hourly
Location
15100 S. 84th Street, Papillion, NE
Job Type
Full-Time
Job Number
1306
Department
Fleet Services
Opening Date
05/21/2026
Closing Date
Continuous
JOB OVERVIEW
Preference given to current Sarpy County Employees
GENERAL PURPOSE
Under the general supervision of the Fleet Services Manager or designee, performs a variety of semi-skilled administrative and technical work requiring moderate responsibility and independent judgment.
SELECTION GUIDELINES
Formal application, rating of education and experience, interview, reference checks, successful completion of a national criminal background check, successful completion of a pre-employment drug screen, and other job related tests or checks as may be required.
DISCLAIMER
The job description is current as of the date signed. Any omission of specific statements does not exclude them from the position if they are similar, related, or a logical assignment to the position.
The job description does not constitute an employment agreement between the employer and employee and is subject to change by the employer as the needs of the employer and requirements of the job change.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS, DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
Work with departmental staff to order, stock and maintain a variety of parts for county vehicles.
Establish and maintain effective working relationships with vendors, supervisors, County employees, elected officials, law enforcement, other agencies, and the general public.
Purchase parts, materials, tools and related items for departmental use.
Ensure correct parts are stocked for seasonal work (e.g., lawn equipment, snow plow parts, etc.) keep appropriate size inventory of consumable parts on hand.
Collect and review price information from various vendors to ensure the best price while maintaining quality of parts.
Coordinate deliveries of ordered items with vendors based on mechanics need.
Pickup parts and deliver to other county facilities to reduce down time of vehicles.
Stock parts in inventory and ensure all pertinent information is in inventory management system.
Maintain inventory of essential parts and supplies, restocking as needed.
Maintain and reconcile computerized inventory; ensure parts/supplies are properly charged to shop work orders.
Assist in monthly and annual inventory counts.
Prepare reports and other specialized records for the inventory as required.
Report to assigned worksite with regular, predictable, and consistent attendance.
Peripheral Duties
Assist shop employees with repairs and other duties (e.g., change and repair tires, cleans vehicles and equipment, etc.)
Assist in moving vehicles for repair and deliver trucks to repair facilities.
Serve as a member of various committees as assigned.
Perform other duties as directed and assigned.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
MINIMUM REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS
Education and Experience
High school diploma or GED required.
Specialized training in inventory management or vehicle repair preferred.
Two (2) years of work experience in an inventory management or auto/truck mechanic position required.
Special Requirements
Must have and maintain throughout employment a valid Drivers License, as well as meet eligibility requirements of "acceptable driver standards" as defined by the County.
Necessary Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
Working knowledge of equipment, materials and supplies used in fleet vehicle maintenance and repairs
Working knowledge of computers and peripheral equipment
Working knowledge of applicable safety precautions
Ability to learn specialized inventory management software
Ability to perform basic mathematical computations including multiplication, division, fractions, and percentages
Ability to work under pressure and/or frequent interruptions
Ability to navigate stressful situations while maintaining composure
Ability to understand and follow exacting verbal and written instructions
Ability to prioritize work and carry out assigned projects to completion
Ability to perform tasks with attention to detail and a high degree of accuracy
Ability to communicate effectively, in English, both verbally and in writing
Ability to operate equipment including, but not limited to, multiline phone, computer and multifunction printer; Power tools used for minor vehicle maintenance and repair
PHYSICAL DEMANDS AND WORKING CONDITIONS
PHYSICAL DEMANDS AND WORK ENVIRONMENT
The physical demands and work environment described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential tasks.
Work is typically performed in an office located within a fleet garage and is moderately loud. The incumbent must be available to work days, nights, weekends, holidays, as well as on-call. The employee occasionally works in the shop area near moving mechanical parts and outside in varying weather conditions and is exposed to wet and/or humid conditions, fumes, toxic or caustic chemicals. The employee may be exposed to risk of electrical shock.
LINK TO JOB ANALYSIS:
https://ne-sarpycounty.civicplus.com/DocumentCenter/View/2071/08-18-16-Phys-Analysis-Inventory-Tech
Required sensory abilities include vision, smell, hearing and touch. Visual abilities, correctable to normal ranges, include close and color vision as well as the depth perception and the ability to adjust focus. Communication abilities include the ability to talk (verbal exchange) and hear within normal ranges.
Sarpy County offers competitive benefits to eligible* employees including:
Sarpy County Insurance Benefit Guide
Health Insurance
Dental Insurance
Life Insurance
Long-term Disability Insurance
Pension Plan
Vacation Leave
Sick Leave
Flexible Spending Accounts
10 designated holidays and 2 floating holidays
Employee Assistance Program
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What is the highest level of education you have achieved?
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How many years of bona fide work experience do you have in an inventory management or auto/truck mechanic position ?
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Describe in detail your bona fide work experience in an inventory management or auto/truck mechanic position.
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Are you able to perform the essential functions of this position with or without accommodation?
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Are you able to meet the physical demands and work environment requirements of this job with or without accommodation?
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Hours of this position are M-F 6am -2:30 pm. Are you able to meet the hours requirement of this position?
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VETERANS PREFERENCE: Are you requesting Veterans Preference as stipulated in Nebraska Statutes § 48-225 to 48-231? Such preference includes initial employment or a return to employment with the State of Nebraska or its governmental subdivisions if termination of previous employment was for other than disciplinary reasons.
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VETERANS PREFERENCE: If you answer yes to claiming Veterans Preference, you must attach to your application, before submission, a copy of your DD214 including page 4 identifying your character of service (and IF disabled, verification of disability from the VA), OR if you are a spouse of a 100% disabled veteran, you must attach a copy of your spouses DD214, showing character of service, a copy of the veterans disability verification from the Department of Veterans Affairs demonstrating a 100% permanent disability rating, and proof of marriage to the veteran; OR if you are a spouse of an active service member, you must attach a copy of your spouses active service orders and proof of marriage to the active service member. All documents must be attached prior to submission of application. Did you attach all required documentation?
Required Question
Employer Sarpy County
Address 1210 Golden Gate Drive
Papillion, Nebraska, 68046
Phone 402-593-4465
402-593-4487
Website http://www.sarpy.gov