Parts Ordering Specialist
ive Mendota Heights, MN 55120
Salary:
20.00
00 USD / HOUR
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Department:
Shop
Work Location:
Mendota Heights, MN
Job type: Year-Round / Non-Union
Pay Type /
Range:
Salary. $[20.00]
00] per year (based on experience and qualifications)
(This pay range is a good-faith estimate of compensation for this role.)
Non-Union Benefits & Additional Information:
Health Benefits include Medical, Vision, Dental, Pharmacy and Short-Term Disability (STD).
Additional Voluntary Health Benefits include Flex Savings Account (FSA).
Company-Paid Benefits include Basic Term Life Insurance and Long-Term Disability (LTD).
Retirement (Profit-Sharing Program)
- eligibility after one year waiting period.
Mental Health & Wellness Support provided through
TEAM EAP.
PTO Program covering all time away from work.
Company paid holidays.
Referral bonuses
- earn rewards to help us recruit new talent.
Job Summary:
The Parts Ordering Specialist is responsible for sourcing, ordering, and managing parts inventory to support a diverse fleet of heavy equipment, on-road trucks, and construction operations including asphalt paving, grading, milling, concrete, and underground utilities. This role is critical to minimizing downtime, ensuring efficient field operations, and maintaining strong vendor partnerships.
Other Requirements:
All candidates are required to pass a thorough Background Check, Physical and Drug Test. References may also be checked. We participate in E-Verify.
Job Duties & Requirements:
Reasonable accommodations can be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Parts Sourcing & Procurement
Source and order parts for a wide range of equipment, including:
Asphalt paving equipment (pavers, rollers)
Milling machines
Grading equipment (dozers, graders, skid steers)
Concrete equipment and tools
Underground/utility equipment
Heavy-duty trucks and trailers
Identify correct parts quickly using manuals, systems, or vendor support
Process purchase orders and ensure timely and accurate ordering
Inventory Management
Maintain optimal inventory levels of critical and high-use parts across multiple equipment types
Organize and track parts by category (fleet, shop, plant, job-specific, etc.)
Monitor stock usage trends and adjust ordering patterns accordingly
Conduct periodic inventory counts and reconcile discrepancies
Coordination with Operations & Maintenance
Work closely with mechanics, shop supervisors, and field leaders to:
Identify urgent and upcoming parts needs
Prioritize orders based on operational impact
Respond quickly to equipment breakdowns and emergency requests
Support planning for seasonal work, large jobs, and shutdown maintenance
Vendor Management & Cost Control
Build and maintain strong relationships with multiple vendors across equipment types
Compare pricing, availability, and lead times to ensure best value
Negotiate pricing where appropriate and identify cost-saving opportunities
Track vendor performance (delivery reliability, quality, responsiveness)
Tracking & Documentation
Maintain accurate records of:
Orders, receipts, and invoices
Part numbers and cross-references
Vendor information and pricing
Ensure proper coding/allocation of parts to jobs, departments, or cost centers
Process Improvement
Identify opportunities to:
Standardize commonly used parts
Reduce duplicate or obsolete inventory
Improve ordering efficiency and turnaround time
Support implementation of systems (ERP, fleet management, or inventory tools) to streamline workflows
Preferred Education and Experience:
Valid driver's license with acceptable driving record
Ability to operate pickup trucks or light‑duty vehicles safely
2-4+ years experience in parts ordering, inventory, or maintenance support
Strong familiarity with heavy equipment and/or diesel truck parts
Ability to work in a fast-paced, multi-priority environment
Strong organizational and problem-solving skills
Proficiency with Excel and/or inventory management systems
Mechanical background or ability to interpret parts diagrams
Ability to follow instructions, prioritize tasks, and communicate clearly
Dependable attendance and willingness to work flexible hours during construction season
Live up to our company
Core Values:
Safety
- Safety in the workplace is a mutual responsibility of the employer, management and all employees. We have an expectation that all employees will play an active role in workplace safety and always promote a positive safety culture.
Quality
- Quality is the best business plan. It is an investment in our future. Quality leads to consistency. Consistency leads to happy employees, satisfied customers and a growing business.
Respect
- Respect at work is crucial as it promotes healthy relationships between coworkers and managers, as well as outside the organization. A respectful employee is a sign of a respectful organization and therefore creates a positive image of our company and our workplace. Integrity
- Real integrity is doing the right thing, whether someone realizes it or not. Displaying Integrity helps build trust and drives a certain level of expectation. Integrity is choosing your thoughts and actions based on values rather than personal gain.
Commitment
- Commitment is the bond employee's share with their organization and its employees.
Committed employees bring exceptional value to the organization through their support, productivity, determination, reliability and quality. Commitment shows and can be contagious.
Company Information:
For more than 75 years, Bituminous Roadways has aspired to be your full-service asphalt pavement solutions provider, and contractor of choice, to both work for and with. We are a union contractor with a diverse workforce dedicated to safety, innovation, continual improvement, environmental stewardship and most importantly, superior customer service.
At Bituminous Roadways, we're energetic and passionate about what we do with an excellent reputation for performance and as a place to work. Because of our continued growth, we seek qualified candidates who share our vision, values, and commitment to superior customer service.
More reasons to join
BR:
Family owned and operated
Paid Training
Advancement opportunities
- we aim to promote within
Family Oriented
- Annual events
is committed to building a diverse workforce.
We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer and consider all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, creed, religion, national origin, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity, and sexual orientation), marital status, familial status, age, disability, genetic information, status with regard to public assistance, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.
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Phone:
651.686.7001
Email:
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