Customer Service Representative II - (parts Inventory)

Customer Service Representative II - (Parts Inventory)

Salary: $20.72 - $21.86 Hourly

Location: Various

Job Type: Full Time

Job Number: 38232

Department: Fleet Department

Opening Date: 02/19/2026

Closing Date: 2/26/2026 11:59 PM Central

Position Overview

Applications accepted from: All persons interested

Division: Parts

Reporting Location: Various

Workdays and Hours: Various

Subject to change

About Us

Mission: The mission of the Fleet Management Department is to provide the City of Houston with the best value fleet management services.

Vision: The vision of the Fleet Management Department is to be recognized as the best managed fleets in the country.

Description of Duties/Essential Functions

The Fleet Management Department is seeking a Customer Service Representative II - Parts Inventory, for the Parts Division. This position performs a variety of manual and clerical duties related to the ordering, purchasing, receiving, stocking, storage, issuance, and distribution of parts, tools, materials, supplies, equipment, inventory, and surplus property. The role also supports the maintenance and repair of inventory items and assists in the operation of Just-In-Time (JIT) warehouse storage areas, receiving functions, inventory control systems, and material management facilities. Additionally, the position oversees customer service operations to ensure efficient and accurate parts support as well as driving to various locations to conduct inventory counts and delivery of automotive parts. The Customer Service Representative II - Parts Inventory, duties include but are not limited to the following:

• Use standard problem-solving techniques to provide general information and customer assistance for quality service.
• Ordering, purchasing, receiving, stocking, storage, issuance, and distribution of parts, tools, materials, supplies, equipment, inventory, and surplus property.
• Sourcing heavy duty diesel parts, and body shop parts.
• Research, analyzes, and resolves standard customer problems and inquiries by various forms of communication, i.e. phone, email, in person, etc.
• Prepare documentation to adjust customer accounts while maintaining security and confidentiality.
• Maintains and monitors various records and reports on customer assistance including state mandated electronic systems.
• May collect and balance daily revenue from sale of permits, receipts or fees.
• May create work orders and project numbers. May contact other companies to release services on completed projects.

Working Conditions

The position is physically comfortable most of the time with occasional periods of stooping, bending and/or lifting of materials up to 50 pounds safely. There are occasional minor discomforts from exposure to less-than-optimal temperature and air conditions. The position may involve dealing with modestly unpleasant situations, as with occasional exposure to office chemicals and/or extensive use of a monitor. This is a FLEET Management Department Position at the Tier I Level.

Minimum Requirements

Educational Requirements: Requires a high school diploma or a GED.

Experience Requirements: Two years of administrative or customer service-related experience is required. Substitution: An Associate's degree may be substituted for up to two years of the experience requirement.

License Requirements: N/A

Preferences

Preference will be given to qualified applicants with previous experience with MS Excel, MS Access, SAP, and Asset-works M5. Two years or more of experience sourcing heavy duty diesel parts, and body shop experience in a retail or maintenance environment is preferred. Driving License is highly desired.

General Information

Selection/Skills Tests Required: The selection process will involve application review and/or interview. The department may administer a skill assessment.

Safety Impact Position: Yes. If yes, this position is subject to random drug testing and if a promotional position, candidate must pass an assignment drug test.

Salary Information: Factors used in determining the salary offered include the candidate's qualifications as well as the pay rates of other employees in this classification. Pay Grade 15

Application Procedures

Only online applications will be accepted for this City of Houston job and must be received by the Human Resources Department during posting opening and closing dates shown. Applications must be submitted online at: www.houstontx.gov. To view your detailed application status, please log-in to your online profile by visiting: http://agency.governmentjobs.com/houston/default.cfm or call (832) 393-6049. If you need special services or accommodations, call (832) 393-6049. (TTY 7-1-1) If you need login assistance or technical support call 855-524-5627. Due to the high volume of applications received, the Hiring Department will contact you directly, should you be selected to advance in our recruitment process. All new hires and re-hires must pass a pre-employment drug test and are subject to a physical examination and verification of information provided.

EOE Equal Opportunity Employer: The City of Houston is committed to recruiting and retaining a diverse workforce and providing a work environment that is free from discrimination and harassment based upon any legally protected status or protected characteristic, including but not limited to an individual's sex, race, color, ethnicity, national origin, age, religion, disability, sexual orientation, genetic information, veteran status, gender identity, or pregnancy.

The city offers a competitive benefits program, including competitively priced health coverage and a defined contribution pension plan. Benefits include:

• Medical
• Dental
• Vision
• Wellness
• Supplemental Insurance
• Life insurance
• Long-term disability
• Retirement pension
• 457 deferred compensation plan
• Employee Assistance Program
• 10 days of vacation each year
• 13 city holidays, plus one floating holiday
• Compensable Sick Leave
• Personal Leave
• Flexible schedules
• Hybrid-Telework for eligible positions
• Professional development opportunities
• Transportation/parking plan
• Section 125 pretax deductions
• Dependent Care Reimbursement Plan
• Paid Prenatal, Parental and Infant Wellness Leaves
• Healthcare Flexible Spending Account

For plan details, visit http://www.houstontx.gov/hr/benefits.html