Position: Parts and Inventory Specialist | Location: Milton, ON (401 & James Snow Parkway)
Company: MTB Transit Solutions is Canada’s leader in repairing and refurbishing transit buses and highway coaches. Founded in 1973, we operate from a 10-acre multi-facility property which spans over 100,000 sq. ft. of interior workspace in Milton, Ontario. We are proud that our success comes from the quality and commitment of our people. We offer a collaborative work environment where everyone contributes their ideas on working smarter and more efficiently on an ongoing basis. If you have a great work ethic, put your customers first and want to be challenged and grow with a dynamic team, then consider a career with MTB Transit Solutions.
Some great perks when you work at MTB:
· Vacation eligibility in first year
· Group RRSP eligibility after only 90 days (with employer matching contribution)
· Health and dental benefits eligible on first day
· Annual boot allowance of $200
· 100% tuition reimbursement
· Summer flex hours – Friday shift ends at 12:30pm all summer
· Christmas break – Closed between Christmas and New Year’s Day
Position Summary:
We are seeking a highly organized and detail-oriented Parts & Inventory Coordinator to join a well-established Canadian organization with a longstanding reputation for operational excellence. This hands-on role is responsible for coordinating parts procurement, managing inventory, and supporting warehouse operations to ensure parts are sourced, received, and distributed efficiently.
This role supports a busy fleet maintenance and refurbishment operation focused on bus and heavy vehicle service. The successful candidate will play a key role in ensuring required parts are available to meet service and project timelines.
Key Responsibilities:
Procurement
- Identify and source required parts using manufacturer catalogs, parts diagrams, and digital lookup systems
- Build and maintain strong relationships with OEM and aftermarket parts suppliers
- Request and compare vendor quotations to ensure cost efficiency
- Coordinate delivery timelines with service and project requirements
- Enter and manage purchase orders within the procurement system
Inventory Coordination
- Work closely with shop supervisors to ensure parts availability for ongoing work
- Allocate and distribute stock items to active work orders
- Monitor outstanding or delayed orders and follow up with vendors
- Process returns for incorrect or defective items
- Maintain accurate stock levels and assist in improving inventory organization and tracking processes
Warehouse Operations
- Receive and unload incoming shipments
- Organize and store materials within warehouse inventory systems
- Record inventory in the digital tracking system
- Assign parts to work orders and maintain accurate inventory records
Reporting & Support
- Provide weekly updates on parts availability and supply chain issues
- Support department operations through administrative coordination
Job Requirements
- Experience in automotive, truck, bus, or heavy equipment parts procurement
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office and inventory management systems
- Strong attention to detail and organizational skills
- Ability to follow established processes and procedures
- Commitment to maintaining a safe workplace
- Eligibility to work in Canada and strong English communication skills
Preferred Qualifications
- 2+ years experience in a vehicle parts department (bus, truck, or automotive preferred)
- Strong organizational and time management abilities
- Professional written and verbal communication skills
- Flexibility to adjust hours when operational needs require
- Ability to lift up to 60 lbs and perform physical tasks such as standing or bending
Working with MTB:
We work out of a bright, clean, and modern shop full of state-of-the-art equipment. We have a great working environment that is non-unionized, with many long-term employees.
Some more details that you might want to know:
- Our facility is just off the Highway 401 in Milton – easy commuter access.
- Shifts are Monday to Friday from 6:30 AM – 3:30 PM - no nights or weekends!!!!
- Work indoors during cold winter months
- Innovative company. Participate in new electric (EV) bus conversion program
MTB values diversity and inclusion and encourage all qualified people to apply. We are looking to hire and will be contacting qualified applicants within a few days of your application.
Additional Information
Wage: $23 – $28 per hour
Location: Milton, ON (401 & James Snow Parkway)
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $23.00-$28.00 per hour
Benefits:
- Casual dress
- Dental care
- Employee assistance program
- Extended health care
- Life insurance
- On-site parking
- Paid time off
- RRSP match
- Tuition reimbursement
Ability to commute/relocate:
- Milton, ON: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)
Experience:
- Automotive Parts: 2 years (preferred)
- Inventory: 2 years (preferred)
- parts: 1 year (preferred)
Language:
Work Location: In person
