Warehouse Attendant

Hydro Ottawa; Ottawa; Hybrid; CAD 30,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Warehouse Attendant to join their Material Management unit. This role involves overseeing shipping and receiving duties, managing inventory, and ensuring the smooth operation of the warehouse. The ideal candidate will possess strong interpersonal skills and a solid background in materials handling. With a commitment to sustainability, this organization is at the forefront of providing green energy solutions while fostering a collaborative work environment. If you're passionate about making a difference and thrive in a dynamic setting, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of experience in a warehouse environment handling materials.
• Strong understanding of shipping, receiving, and inventory management.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate shipments and ensure accuracy of received materials.
• Manage stock material and fulfill requests efficiently.

Skills

Material Handling

Shipping and Receiving

Interpersonal Skills

Forklift Operation

ERP Systems

Education

High School Diploma

Post-secondary courses in materials management

Tools

Forklift

Mail and Courier Systems

Job description

Please Note: If you are a current Hydro Ottawa employee with access to Workday, apply to this job via the Workday application.

At Hydro Ottawa, we empower the lives of the people in the communities we serve.

As the electricity distributor to the Nation’s Capital, our work powers all the essential activities that make up our lives - at home, at work and at play. And as Ontario’s largest municipally-owned producer of green power, we are leading the way to a greener tomorrow.

We are looking for trailblazers and innovators to join us as we build an energy future that will keep our City and our planet green for generations to come.

Are you ready to make a difference in our community?

JOB SUMMARY

As a member of the Material Management unit, the Warehouse Attendant is responsible for all warehouse and mailroom duties, including shipping/receiving, kitting, packaging and issuing material, and processing the internal and external mail functions required for Hydro Ottawa and all of its subsidiaries and/or affiliates. The Warehouse Attendant must have strong interpersonal skills to deal with all levels of Hydro Ottawa personnel as well as contractors and external contacts.

MAJOR RESPONSIBILITIES

The essential responsibilities of the job include but are not necessarily restricted to the following:

Shipping

• Coordinate the shipment of item(s) through local and international courier providers

• Ensure material is prepared for shipping by weighing, measuring and labeling

• Schedule and track shipments with service providers, as required

• Pack and arrange for appropriate shipping of material for return to vendor or for repair

Receiving

• Receive stock and non-stock material

• Verify accuracy of shipment by confirming Packing List against the Purchase Order

• Note any discrepancies and signs of damage and inform Procurement

• Inform requisitioner of receipt of non-stock material

• Put away stock material in suitable location(s) in the mailroom, warehouse or outside yard, as appropriate

• Transact the receipt of goods and material in the Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) system, following appropriate procedures

Kitting and Issuing Stock Material

• Prioritize incoming requests for material based on order of receipt or urgency factors

• Locate and issue material from warehouse to fulfill planned and unplanned kit requests for material and Personal Protective Equipment (PPE)

• Stage issued material for pick up or delivery, as requested

• Complete the appropriate form(s) to reflect the issuing activity, noting location changes and stock-outs and any other relevant details

• Transact the issue activity accurately in the ERP system

Returns

• Arrange transport of return material to appropriate location and verify accuracy of shipment against return order

• Note any discrepancies and signs of damage and inform requisitioner

• Put away material in suitable location(s) in the warehouse or outside yard, as appropriate

• Transact the return of goods and material in the ERP system, following appropriate procedures

Other Duties

• Perform daily cycle count, investigate and explain any discrepancies

• Relocate material and transact location changes as needed

• Perform activities related to garbage, recyclables, and scrap metal/wire/cable/transformers/meters

• Assist operational staff/contractors to load/unload material as required

• Ensure mailroom, warehouse and yard are functionally organized; kept clean, neat and safe

• Ensure all equipment and vehicles are safe to operate, functioning properly and log books are maintained

• Secure mailroom, warehouse and yard at end of day or when vacating premises for meetings or emergencies

• Visit Operations Centres to verify inventory levels of stock stored on site daily to weekly, as required

• Replenish Kanban and Emergency Spares at Operations Centres daily

• Operate all tools and equipment required to complete tasks

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE

• High School Diploma

• Minimum 3 years recent and relevant experience in materials handling in a similar warehouse environment

• Post-secondary courses relating to materials management or logistics considered an asset

• Forklift and other experience with warehouse materials, tools, and terminology considered an asset

• Experience with mail and courier systems, equipment and tools considered an asset

ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS

• Valid driver’s license – Class G as a minimum

• Ability to pass Driver Competency Assessment (DCA) testing

• English essential; both oral and written

• Bilingual (English and French) considered an asset

The terms and conditions of employment for this position are governed by the collective agreement between Hydro Ottawa Limited and IBEW Local 636.

Hydro Ottawa offers a Hybrid Work Model. Hybrid work is position specific, the details of which the hybrid model will be discussed with successful candidates.

Hydro Ottawa may use artificial intelligence (“AI”) during the recruitment process to aid in the screening and selection of candidates.

Location:Ottawa, ONPay Range Minimum:$28.86Pay Range Maximum:$44.33 Posting End Date (if applicable):May 16, 2025

Hydro Ottawa is committed to establishing a qualified workforce that reflects the diverse population it serves and we encourage applications from all qualified individuals. We are also committed to preventing and removing barriers to employment for people with disabilities, and we invite you to inform us should you have any accessibility or accommodation needs.

Applicants must be legally entitled to work in Canada.