Warehouse Technician

Position Information

Department of Environmental Services (DES) is seeking a Warehouse Technician I to join the Water Pollution Control warehouse operations team. This position will be part of a team responsible for maintaining manual and automated inventory systems in the warehouse as materials are ordered, received, and dispensed. The technician will also ensure the safe and efficient storage of materials, as well as maintain warehouse item inventory.
Specific duties include:

• Researching and responding to inquiries related to warehouse inventory levels;
• Producing and analyzing usage reports to identify items that need ordered, discarded, or auctioned;
• Downloading warehouse inventory data reports to assist in monitoring the bureau's budget;
• Developing written materials for inclusion in the inventory system using Microsoft Word, Excel and/or a digital inventory supply system;
• Researching availability of materials, parts, and equipment by using supply manuals, catalogs, the Internet, and vendor contracts;
• Tracking purchasing requests for promptness and accuracy;
• Coordinating receipt, storage and customer notification of materials and equipment delivered to the warehouse;
• Assisting with the loading and unloading of warehouse supplies with forklift; and
• Reviewing financial documents and packing slips for accuracy regarding warehouse invoices.

Selection Criteria

Minimum qualifications:

• High school diploma or GED; plus
• Some experience related to warehouse operations: including receiving, storing, issuing, and buying supplies/tools, materials, parts and equipment and maintaining the associated records systems.

• Purchasing or warehouse management experience in an industrial environment, such as a water/sewer treatment facility;
• Performing duties related to an industrial materials specialist or buyer, including contacting vendors for availability of materials, evaluating potential material options, and negotiating prices;
• Operating a forklift in a warehouse environment and/or possession of forklift certificate;
• Using digital inventory supply systems (e.g., CMMS, MP2); and/or
• Using automated financial systems.

Special Requirements

Applicant must possess, or obtain by time of appointment, a valid motor vehicle operator's license from the applicant's place of residence. The applicant must authorize Arlington County to obtain, or the applicant must provide, a copy of the applicant's official state/district driving record. Any offer of employment may be contingent upon a favorable review of the applicant's driving record.
This position requires operating a forklift to move heavy parts. Applicant must possess or be willing to obtain a forklift operator certification.

Additional Information

Work hours: 6:00a.m. to 2:30p.m., Monday through Friday. In addition to normal work hours, this position may require being scheduled on a rotating basis for stand-by duties and on a regular basis for call-back in emergency situations.
Arlington County offers a competitive salary and a great benefits package including a Defined Benefit (pension) plan. For more information on Arlington's family friendly benefits .
Please complete each section of the application. A resume may be attached; however, it will not substitute for the completed application. Your responses to the supplemental questionnaire are considered part of the selection process and are required for this position. Incomplete applications will not be considered.
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Applicants who have questions or need assistance with the application may telephone (703) 228-3500 or visit the Human Resources Department. Our staff will be happy to work with you to enter your application into the system. Public access computers are available at all County Libraries, and in the Human Resources Department.

The examination process for this position may include: (1) training and experience evaluation; (2) written and oral examination; (3) personal interview; (4) performance test/work sample; and/or (5) physical examination.

Applicants with disabilities may request reasonable accommodation during the application or selection process. Please call the ADA Coordinator at 703-228-3559 (voice) or email pers@arlingtonva.us.