What are the responsibilities and job description for the Mechanic Stores Clerk (4963-50) position at Hamilton County, Ohio?
Mechanic Stores Clerk (4963-50)
Deadline to apply:
November 3, 2026
Work Location:
Various County Locations
Work Hours:
40 hours/week
Pay Range: $21.91 - $29.01
GENERAL DESCRIPTION:
New hires should expect to start at the minimum rate of $21.91/hour.
Highly Competitive Employee Benefits Package and Generous Paid Time Off
- 11 Paid Holidays, immediately begin accruing paid vacation and sick time, earned personal days, and paid parental leave.
- Ohio Public Employees Retirement System, including a 14% employer contribution and a defined benefit option.
- Comprehensive benefits including medical, HRA, dental, vision, employer-paid life insurance, long-term disability, tuition reimbursement, Public Service Loan Forgiveness eligibility, free on-site parking, wellness incentives, an Employee Assistance Program, access to free medical and prescription services through the County’s designated provider, and behavioral and mental health resources.
GENERAL DESCRIPTION:
Under general supervision, the Mechanic Stores Clerk is responsible for maintaining adequate stock levels of repair parts and supplies for vehicles and equipment and maintaining inventory records of equipment, tools and supplies.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS OF THE POSITION:
- Maintains adequate quantity of repair parts and supplies utilized in maintenance of vehicles and equipment
- Maintains and records inventory of equipment, tools and supplies
- Determines inventory shortages of regularly stocked items and submits orders accordingly
- Updates computer files to maintain records reflecting monies spent, parts and supplies used, inventory shortages and other relevant information
- Submits bills, receipts and inventory reports. Updates and checks price accuracy
- Communicates with sales agents to obtain prices and grades of materials and supplies;
- Processes invoices and stocks seasonal parts
- Processes requisitions, ships orders for garages and transfers inventory to other locations
- Responds to telephone inquiries and resolves when possible
- Assists employees with supplies and equipment
- Maintains updated information on different types of oils, chemicals and maintenance equipment
- Attends meetings and serves on committees, as directed
- Attends training and seminars, as directed
- Meets all job safety requirements and all applicable OSHA safety standards that pertain to essential functions
- Demonstrates regular and predictable attendance
- Due to the nature of the job, when scheduled for on-call assignment, the Mechanic Stores Clerk must be available to return to work after normal work hours or on weekends and/or holidays when called to do so
- Performs other duties as assigned
QUALIFICATIONS: An example of acceptable qualifications:
Completion of secondary education or equivalent (high school diploma or GED) and one (2) year work experience in purchasing and stocking automotive, truck and equipment and supplies; or any equivalent combination of education, experience, and training which provides the required knowledge, skills, and abilities.
LICENSURE OR CERTIFICATION REQUIREMENTS:
Must possess a valid state of residency driver’s license. Must remain insurable under the County’s vehicle insurance policy.
MINIMUM ACCEPTABLE CHARACTERISTICS: (*indicates developed after employment)
Knowledge of: County and departmental goals and objectives;* County and departmental policies and procedures;* English grammar and spelling
- Vehicle maintenance and repair
- Inventory control; bookkeeping
- Data entry
- Office practices and procedures
Skill in:
- Typing; data entry; word processing
- Computer operation; computer programs (e.g., Microsoft Office)
- Adding machine or calculator operation
- Dictation
- Use of modern office equipment
Ability to:
- Carry out instructions in written, oral, or picture form
- Read, copy, and record figures accurately
- Add, subtract, multiply, and divide whole numbers
- Calculate fractions, decimals, and percentages
- Prepare accurate documentation
- Copy records precisely without error
- Copy material accurately and recognize grammatical and spelling errors
- Complete routine forms
- Prepare routine correspondence; compile and prepare reports
- Communicate effectively
- Understand a variety of written and/or verbal communications
- Arrange items in numerical or alphabetical order
- Sort items into categories according to established methods
- Gather, collate, and classify information;
- Answer routine telephone inquiries
- Develop and maintain effective working relationships
- Travel to and gain access to worksite
EQUIPMENT OPERATED: The following are examples only and are not intended to be all inclusive:
Calculator, computer, fax machine, copier, scanner, telephone, cell-phone, typewriter; postage machine. and other standard modern business office equipment; forklift.
Salary : $22 - $29