What are the responsibilities and job description for the Automotive Parts Clerk - Open Competitive Exam position at City of Rochester, NY?
Salary : $42,358.00 - $53,995.00 Annually
Location : Rochester, NY
Job Type : Full-Time
Job Number : 25EOC60020710
Department : Various Departments
Bureau : Various
Opening Date : 01 / 30 / 2025
Closing Date : 2 / 27 / 2025 11 : 59 PM Eastern
Civil Service Exam Date : 04 / 05 / 2025
General Description
This is an automotive parts stock keeping and distribution position. Incumbents are responsible for receipt, storage, and distribution of automotive and / or heavy equipment parts. This class is distinguishable from other stock keeping classes by its focus on the functions and identification of automotive parts. Performs related work as required.
Typical Work Activities
- Receives, identifies, stores, and issues automotive parts, equipment, and / or materials;
- Labels new stock when it arrives according to the numbers or codes provided on invoices;
- Relabels stock with replacement numbers provided by vendors;
- Maintains a computerized inventory system by inputting , scanning and integrating various inventory records;
- Conducts physical inventory of stock periodically;
- May telephone vendors to order stock covered by contract;
- Files stock order forms alphabetically by vendor;
- Identifies and transports stock in need of repair to repair shop, and picks up parts;
- Makes keys and fuel cards;
- Assembles hydraulic hoses.
Minimum Qualifications
High School diploma or G.E.D., PLUS :
SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS :
Exam Information
Name and Number Checking : These questions test for the ability to distinguish between sets of words, letters, and / or numbers that are almost exactly alike. Material is usually presented in two or three columns, and you will have to determine how the entry in the first column compares with the entry in the second column and possibly the third. You will be instructed to mark your answers according to a designated code provided in the directions.
Arithmetic Computation with Calculator : These questions test for the ability to use a calculator to do basic computations. Questions will involve addition, subtraction, multiplication and division. You may also be asked to calculate averages, to use percents, and to round an answer to the nearest whole number. You should bring with you a hand-held battery- or solar-powered calculator for use on this test. You will not be permitted to use the calculator function of your cell phone.
Automotive Terminology and Identification of Automotive Parts : These questions will test for, but will not necessarily be limited to, knowledge of common terms used in the automotive repair field, the ability to identify automotive parts in pictures or written descriptions, and the ability to use standard industry references to look up automotive parts.
Keeping Simple Inventory Records : These questions test for the ability to follow instructions in keeping simple inventory records of different materials received and distributed from a central location. The ability to add, subtract, multiply, and divide will be required. You may have to compute total costs from quantities (number of units) and cost or price per unit. Knowledge of specific record keeping systems and techniques will not be needed.
Test Guide :
For full-time employees :
The City of Rochester offers a complete benefits package to full-time employees including health care, dental, vision, retirement, deferred compensation plans, flexible spending accounts, life insurance, long-term disability, holidays, vacation, and sick leave.
For less-than full-time employees :
The City of Rochester offers numerous growth opportunities to include the potential to transition into full-time, permanent employment.
Salary : $42,358 - $53,995
