Customer Service Representative I
City of Houston
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CUSTOMER SERVICE REPRESENTATIVE II - (Parts Inventory)
City of Houston
Fleet Department
Location
Houston, Texas, 77002
Salary
$20.72 - $21.86
per hour
Type
Full-Time
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February 27, 2026
Job Description
Summary
This job involves handling the day-to-day tasks of managing parts inventory for the city's vehicle fleet, including ordering supplies, stocking items, delivering parts, and helping customers with their needs over the phone or in person.
It's a hands-on role that mixes warehouse work with customer service to keep city vehicles running smoothly.
A good fit would be someone reliable and organized who enjoys both physical tasks like lifting and interacting with people to solve problems.
Key Requirements
- High school diploma or equivalent (based on typical requirements for similar roles)
- Experience in inventory management, including ordering, receiving, stocking, and distributing parts
- Strong customer service skills for handling inquiries via phone, email, or in person
- Ability to lift up to 50 pounds and perform physical tasks like stooping and bending
- Proficiency in maintaining records, reports, and electronic inventory systems
- Knowledge of sourcing automotive parts, especially heavy-duty diesel and body shop components
- Valid driver's license for driving to locations for inventory counts and deliveries
Full Job Description
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.
For further information pertaining to the Fleet Management Department, please visit: Who is the Fleet Management Department?About Fleet Management Department.
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.
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.
Requirements
EDUCATIONAL REQUIREMENTSRequires 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
Qualifications
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.
**Preference shall be given to eligible veteran applicants provided such persons possess the qualifications necessary for competent discharge of the duties involved in the position applied for, such persons are among the most qualified candidates for the position, and all other factors in accordance with Executive Order 1-6.**
Additional Information
SELECTION/SKILLS TESTS REQUIREDThe 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 EmployerThe 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.
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