Materials Handler

I.            POSITION SUMMARY

               This position is responsible for providing support for construction and maintenance activities by receiving, issuing, transferring, and charging in and out of materials.

II.           REPORTING RELATIONSHIPS

               A.      Reports to:  Lead Materials Handler and Warehouse Manager

III.         MAJOR RESPONSIBILITIES

               A.      Assembles and issues the needed materials for the line crews, service personnel and contractors.

               B.      Receives and helps unload and properly stores materials and equipment.  Notifies supervisor when materials on hand in inventory are low.

               C.      Keeps warehouse in a neat and orderly manner.

               D.      Prepares orders and submits to supervisor for approval.

               E.      Disassembles salvage as required and inventories materials returned to the warehouse.

               F.      Spot paint, clean and stencil transformers, OCRs, Regulators and Special Equipment.

               G.      Assists in taking physical inventory as directed.

               H.      Observes all safety rules.

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this classification.  They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities of personnel so classified.

TheMaterials Handler shall be required to perform any other duties assigned in order to fulfill the objectives of the cooperative.

IV.         EXTERNAL RELATIONSHIPS

               A.      General Public:  Maintains good relations in all contacts with the general public.

V.           POSITION REQUIREMENTS

               Job Knowledge, Training and Experience:  Must be able to complete reports.  This is normally acquired through the completion of courses leading to a high school diploma or equivalent.  Must be able to learn materials utilized in distribution line construction and maintenance in order to complete warehouse duties.

               Equipment Operated:  Operates bush hog tractors, two wheel dolly and fork lift.  Must possess a valid Texas driver's license.

               Abilities and Skills:  Must be able to perform the activities necessary to complete work assignments described in the position description.

               Physical Effort:  Frequently moves materials and equipment weighing up to fifty pounds.  Occasionally moves items that weigh up to 100 pounds.  Position must be able to move materials from a loading dock to shelves of up to 12 feet.  Position utilizes ladder.  Position activities are normally carried out walking, standing, bending and climbing.

Working Conditions:  Position is located in the warehouse.  Work is both inside the warehouse and outside (up to 50% of the time) under various weather conditions.  Some overtime may be required.  Would also be working in pole yard, transformer storage area, wire shed area of warehouse.

After an offer of employment has been made, a physical examination is required, which will include both alcohol and drug testing.

DEADLINE TO APPLY: TUESDAY, JANUARY 30 , 2024 BY 5:00PM

Magic Valley Electric Cooperative is an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to an individual’s sex, race, color, religion, age, disability status, protected veteran status, national or ethnic origin, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation. Women, minorities, protected veterans, and the disabled are strongly encouraged to apply.