LOGISTICS TECHNICIAN *

City of Fort Smith; Fort Smith (AR); On-site; USD 2,066,000 - 2,755,000; Full time

Job summary

City of Fort Smith is seeking a Warehouse Inventory position in the Utilities Department under the Logistics Supervisor. You will handle shipping, receiving, storage, and recordkeeping of parts, tools, and equipment in accordance with applicable regulations.

Requirements include a high school diploma or GED, valid driver’s license, forklift certification within 6 months, and at least one year of warehouse experience. Strong organizational and computer skills are essential.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED is required.
• Valid driver’s license required.
• One year warehouse experience or supply/stock experience.
• Forklift certification within 6 months of employment.
• Equivalent combination of experience and training may be considered.

Responsibilities

• Perform shipping, receiving, disbursement, and recordkeeping of parts, tools, materials, and related items.
• Unload trucks and match bills of lading to purchase orders.
• Move materials between receiving, storage, and shipping areas.
• Maintain inventory records (computerized and manual).
• Operate warehouse equipment such as forklift and pallet jack.

Skills

Forklift operation

Inventory control

Basic math

Communication

Microsoft Office

Education

High school diploma or GED

Valid driver’s license

Tools

Forklift certification

Pallet jack

Safety procedures knowledge

Job description

SUMMARY

Under the supervision of the Logistics Supervisor, this position is responsible for assigned inventory functions including purchasing, receiving, handling, storage, disbursement, shipping, and recordkeeping of materials, parts, tools, and equipment in the Utility Department; in compliance with requirements of the Arkansas Department of Health, Arkansas Department of Environmental Quality, Arkansas Department of Labor, U.S. Environmental Protection Agency, and the Consent Decree, and in coordination with the Utility Department comprehensive strategic management plan.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

include the following. Other duties may be assigned. Note: All City of Fort Smith positions require the employee to provide good customer service to both internal and external customers, maintain positive and effective working relationships with other City employees, and have regular and reliable attendance that is non-disruptive. Must show cooperation and respect to fellow employees and supervisors at all times.

• Perform shipping, receiving, disbursement, and recordkeeping of parts, tools, materials, and related items
• Unload trucks, check in merchandise, and accurately match bills of lading and packing lists to purchase orders
• Move materials and items from receiving or storage areas to shipping or to other designated areas as needed
• Sort and place materials or items on racks, shelves or in bins according to size, type, style, color or product code
• Maintain computerized and manual inventory records to ensure accurate inventory control
• Participate in physical counts/audits as directed
• Operate a forklift, pallet jack, hand truck and other equipment utilized in the warehouse
• Ensure warehouse and designated areas are accessible, neat and orderly
• Sweep, dust, and mop assigned areas
• Perform assigned facilities maintenance duties as needed
• Adhere to warehouse security and safety procedures
• Regular attendance and timeliness is required

QUALIFICATION REQUIREMENTS

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. This job description is intended to provide an illustrative summary of the duties, knowledge, skills, abilities, physical demands, and work environment of the position. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the job.

EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE

Required

• High school diploma or GED
• Must possess a valid driver’s license
• One (1) year supply, stock, or warehouse experience
• Must have or be able to obtain forklift certification within 6 months of employment
• May consider any equivalent combination of experience and training which provides the knowledge, skills, and abilities necessary to perform the work

Preferred

• Water and sewer construction and maintenance experience

OTHER SKILLS and ABILITIES

• Basic knowledge of warehouse operations, including safety procedures, computerized and manual inventory recordkeeping
• Use and terminology of requisitions, purchase orders, invoices, and other purchasing and inventory documents
• Knowledge of proper procedures for operating, inspecting, and maintaining warehouse equipment
• Organization and time management skills
• Ability to effectively work at remote sites without immediate supervision
• Ability to effectively communicate with others verbally and in writing
• Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals
• Ability to perform basic math, including but not limited to addition, subtraction, multiplication, and division
• Experience with Microsoft Office products (Word, Excel, Outlook)
• Knowledge of modern office practices, procedures, and equipment, and aptitude to learn new software applications as needed

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee must frequently stand, walk, talk and hear. Occasionally sit, use hands to handle objects, and reach with hands and arms. The employee must also stoop, kneel, grip, climb, reach, crouch, crawl, pull, push, as well as bend and lift at least 75 pounds above the waist. Specific vision abilities required by this job include distance, peripheral and color vision. Depth perception and the ability to adjust focus are also necessary.

WORK ENVIRONMENT

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this position the employee may be frequently exposed to outdoor weather conditions, fumes or airborne particles and toxic or caustic chemicals.

The employee may work near moving mechanical parts, vehicular traffic, in high precarious places, and is at risk of electrical shock. The employee is exposed to wet, humid conditions and extreme heat or cold (both weather and non-weather related).

The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate to loud.

Work schedule may include nights, weekends, holidays, and overtime.

Notice of Consent Decree Posting

The City of Fort Smith, Arkansas (“City”) has entered into a Consent Decree in litigation with the United States of America and the State of Arkansas (“Consent Decree”).The Consent Decree was filed on April 6, 2015, in civil action 14-cv-02266-PKH, pending in the United States District Court for the Western District of Arkansas Fort Smith Division. The Consent Decree and Consent Decree Modification are available for review or copying on the City’s website where it may be found at https://www.fortsmithar.gov/government/departments/water-utilities/consent-decree

EMPLOYMENT SCREENINGS

This position requires the below screenings prior to employment:

• Criminal History Background Check
• Motor Vehicle Record Check
• Post Offer Drug Screen in accordance with the Arkansas Medical Marijuana Amendment

**This job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee and/or applicant.Duties, responsibilities and activities may change or new ones may be assigned at any time with or without notice**