Overview With over 150 years of experience, and headquartered in Southern CA, CoolSys is the market-leading indoor environment solutions company. Our full spectrum of best-in-class services includes HVAC & refrigeration installations, remodels, service & maintenance; and energy solutions, including controls and lighting. CoolSys serves customers in the retail, commercial, food service, educational, healthcare, and industrial markets. WHY JOIN US We understand that hiring great people is the foundation of everything we do. Our employee benefits packages include: Competitive pay Medical, Dental, Vision and Prescription coverage Paid vacation and holidays 401(K) match Life insurance, AD&D and long-term disability Tuition reimbursement Opportunities available nationwide Employee discounts on vehicles, hotels, theme parks, select cell phone bills and so much more Pet Insurance Legal Plan, and ID Theft Protection Responsibilities Ensure that requisition and purchasing activities conform to policy and procedure. Sourcing and purchasing of parts and materials for service work orders and jobs Perform tasks related to purchase orders, receiving, and returns. Communicating with vendors via phone or e-mail to place orders and track status. Complete paperwork neatly and within a 24 hour timeframe follow up to the appropriate people to ensure flow across all departments. As a member of the parts team, participate in the cross-training of the parts department tasks and duties to ensure all responsibilities are adequately covered. Be able to demonstrate proficiency in safe handling and operation of a forklift. Competent to assist with receiving small parcel deliveries and occasional trucks. Assist service and sales department in quotes, part locations, and factory service information. Assist in inventory control. Ensure inventory leaving stockroom has proper paperwork. The parts buyer is responsible for completing any other task that may be assigned or requested by the Parts Supervisor or the Purchasing Manager. Qualifications Education, Experience and Licensure High school diploma or general education degree (GED) One year of related experience is preferred. A valid Pennsylvania driver’s license and personal driving record acceptable as required by company’s vehicle insurance policy in order to drive and operate a company vehicle. Skills, Knowledge, and Abilities Must have working knowledge of applicable computer software, including Microsoft Office and Windows. Ability to operate office equipment, such as fax, calculator, printer, telephone, and other communication tools. Must be knowledgeable of and familiar with refrigeration, heating, air conditioning, ventilation, and electrical terminology. Knowledge of purchasing and price negotiations. Must exhibit a consistent level of customer service skills and abilities in all interactions with customers. Ability to add, subtract, multiply, and divide in all units of measure, using whole numbers, common fraction, and decimals. Ability to solve practical problems and deal with numerous variables in situations where only limited standardization exists. Ability to interpret a variety of instructions furnished in written, oral, diagram, or schedule form. This position requires flexibility, strong communication skills, and the ability to prioritize and make decisions. Language Skills Skilled communicator with the ability to communicate effectively on the phone and to take accurate parts orders. Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals. Ability to write routine reports and correspondence. Ability to speak effectively to groups of customers or employees of the organization. Ability to interpret reports such as inventory reports. Americans with Disability Specifications The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. General good health and conditioning. Body positions include sitting and standing as well as the ability to move about unrestricted in shop and field situations. Body movements include twisting, turning, kneeling, bending, walking, reaching, climbing, maintaining balance, and lifting up to 50 pounds. Must have normal or correctable to normal senses of speech, vision, and hearing. Must be able to smell, touch, and use hands, and fingers. Join Us Today, there are 26 different companies that make up the CoolSys family of brands. Our valued employees are at the heart of our continued growth and success. We invite you to be part of that growth! Connect with us on Facebook and Twitter. Coolsys is an EEO/AA Employer.  All qualified individuals - Including all ages, colors, disability, ethnicity, family or marital status, gender identity or expression, language, national origin, physical and mental ability, political affiliation, race, religion, sexual orientation, socio-economic status, veteran status, and other characteristics are encouraged to apply.   Pre-employment background screening (criminal and MVR for driving positions) and drug testing are required for all positions. Coolsys will consider qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with federal law, state law, or local ordinance.