Parts Planner

Kokosing Materials, Inc.

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Sault Ste. Marie, MI Until 8/22/2026 2+ years exp First posted June 18, 2026 Last posted June 18, 2026
Job description

Kokosing (www.kokosing.biz) is one of America's 50 largest General Contractors and services a broad spectrum of clients in both the private and public business sectors. Kokosing's services include heavy civil/industrial construction such as highways, bridges, underground utilities, water/wastewater facilities, and marine construction. For over 75 years, Kokosing has successfully attracted the most qualified technical personnel in the construction industry by offering visible challenges, superior quality, and attractive rewards. With over $2.8 billion in annual sales and a commitment to its workforce, Kokosing is the winning team.

Job Description:

Summary:   

Provide support to equipment manager and mechanics for the maintenance of company equipment.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

  • Manage Inventory
  • Pull requested parts from inventory
  • Expedite shipping and receiving
  • Negotiate with vendors and supplier
  • Record and maintain parts and maintenance history
  • Identify and order all parts and materials required for mechanics
  • Communicate with lube techs, mechanics and master mechanics

Education and Experience:

  • High School/Equivalent or Associates Degree
  • 2-5 years of parts and/or equipment maintenance experience
  • Equipment knowledge preferred

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills
  • Strong sense of urgency
  • Ability to meet strict deadlines
  • Ability to communicate well with all levels of employees within the company
  • Ability to work under pressure and multi-task.
  • Ability to maintain confidentiality
  • Able to work independently and as part of a team
  • Problem solver; can-do attitude
  • Must be able to lift and carry objects weighing 50 pounds.
  • Must be able to climb on and under equipment to locate part numbers.
  • Must be able to look up parts applications by manuals, catalogs or web based systems.
  • Utilize company software (Viewpoint)
  • Proficient in Microsoft Office, on computers and other electronic devices
  • Must be able to work in a high pace and safe environment

Benefits:
Kokosing offers a competitive compensation and benefits package including medical, life, and disability insurance, paid time off and a 401K plan.

Kokosing is an equal employment opportunity/affirmative action federal and state contractor. The company does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other protected class.

About this role

Summary

Manage inventory, order parts, and coordinate maintenance for construction equipment.

Job title

Parts Planner

Experience level

2-5 years

Minimum experience

2+ years exp

Industry

construction

Location requirements

Sault Ste. Marie, MI, on-site, no remote work

Salary

Not specified

Management role

No

Skills & keywords

Required skills

communicationproblem solvinginventory managementMicrosoft OfficeViewpoint

Preferred skills

None specified

Specializations

inventory managementequipment maintenancevendor negotiation
Locations

Structured locations inferred from the posting.

Sault Ste. Marie, MI 49783, USA

On-site City