Material Clerk - Tucson

Ascent Aviation Services; Tucson (AZ); On-site; USD 42,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401K match

Insurance (Medical/Dental/Vision)

PTO 3 weeks + 7 holidays

Disability & Life Insurance

Job summary

Ascent Aviation Services is seeking a skilled Material Clerk to join our aviation maintenance operations team in Arizona. You will manage and issue stock inventory, forecast material needs with maintenance teams, and maintain accurate records through data entry.

You will support inventory reduction efforts and work across 24/7 shifts, including day, second shift, weekend, and 12-hour rotations. Strong organizational skills and reliability are essential for this role.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent is required.
• Valid driver’s license is required.
• One year of inventory experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Issue and control stock inventory and evaluate surplus.
• Coordinate with Maintenance to forecast material requirements.
• Check stock availability on all material requests.
• Order stock and restock shelves.
• Monitor shelf life of stock.
• Maintain bench stock and tools.
• Process turn-ins from Maintenance.
• Data entry of issues and turn-ins.

Skills

Computer literacy

English reading/writing

Organizational skills

Attention to detail

Independent worker

Education

High school diploma

Driver's license

Inventory experience

Job description

Who We Are And Where We Are Going

Ascent Aviation Services is one of the largest aviation maintenance, repair, overhaul, storage and reclamation operations in the world. Our strength comes from our talented and professional employees who excel through teamwork and enthusiasm. Ascent Aviation Services continues to grow and are continually looking for motivated and career minded aviation professionals who will support our vision and goals.

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Who We Are And Where We Are Going

Ascent Aviation Services is one of the largest aviation maintenance, repair, overhaul, storage and reclamation operations in the world. Our strength comes from our talented and professional employees who excel through teamwork and enthusiasm. Ascent Aviation Services continues to grow and are continually looking for motivated and career minded aviation professionals who will support our vision and goals.

Built on a foundation of Respect, Safety, Quality, and Results, we are seeking a skilled and motivated Material Clerk to join our team. In this role, you’ll be responsible for managing and issuing stock inventory, coordinating with maintenance teams to forecast material needs, ensuring accurate records through data entry, and maintaining accountability for tools and consumables. You’ll also support inventory reduction initiatives and help keep our operations running smoothly.

As a 24/7 operation, we have openings across all shifts—including standard day shifts, 2nd shift, weekend shifts, and 12-hour shifts. Candidates must be flexible and willing to be assigned to any shift based on operational needs.

Duties/Responsibilities

• Issues and controls stock inventory and evaluate stock for surplus.
• Coordinates with Maintenance Department to forecast material requirements.
• Checks stock availability on all maintenance material requests.
• Orders stock and restocks shelves.
• Monitors shelf life of applicable stock.
• Maintains, monitors and restocks bench stock.
• Stocks and issues consumables.
• Maintains, issues, and repairs small tools.
• Processes turn-ins from Maintenance Department.
• Performs data entry of issues and turn-ins.
• Maintains accountability on permanently issued tools.
• Conducts periodic and annual inventories.
• Serves as a member of the inventory reduction team.
• Answer phones, order tools, and maintain first aid and safety supplies
• Conduct safety program, assist with hazardous materials, and ensure safe work practices
• Document training and keep compliance records up to date

You Will Get More Than Just Compenstation

• 401K with Company Match
• Medical/Dental/Vision Insurance
• PTO - Eligible for 3 Weeks in your First Year, in Addition to 7 Paid Company Holidays
• Company-Provided Short-Term Disability, Long-Term Disability, and Life Insurance
• Development and Career Growth Opportunities

Required Skills/Abilities

• Basic computer proficiency and the ability to read, write, and understand the English language.
• Proficiency in interpreting and applying technical data relevant to the position.
• Excellent organizational skills, attention to detail, and the ability to adhere to deadlines.
• Ability to adapt to changing priorities and work independently with or without supervision.
• Attention to detail and commitment to accuracy.

Education And Experience

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Valid driver’s license required.
• One year of inventory experience preferred.

Physical Requirements

• Ability to sit and stand for extended periods.
• Frequent bending, stooping, squatting, crouching, kneeling, balancing, and reaching above shoulder level.
• Occasional crawling, kneeling, or balancing.
• Ability to lift, carry, push, or pull up to 50 pounds.
• Repetitive hand movements; good manual dexterity and eye-hand coordination.
• Corrected vision and hearing within normal range. :

Working Conditions

• The work location includes the stores, tool room, shipping and receiving, aircraft maintenance hangar, and designated outdoor areas.
• Equipment operated includes telephones, computers, printers, copiers, pallet jacks, banding machines, foam machines, scales, forklifts, and motorized vehicles.
• Protective equipment required includes protective footwear, safety glasses, ear protection, and gloves when necessary.
• Potential hazards include high noise levels, residual odors, extreme temperatures, exposure to materials listed on Material Safety Data Sheets, and working around moving machinery.

Other Duties

• May be required to work at both Marana, AZ and Tucson, AZ locations as business needs dictate.
• Additional duties may be assigned at the discretion of department management.

Sms Requirements

• Employees are responsible for performing their duties in accordance with company policies and government regulations. These rules are written in the interest of preserving the lives and the resources entrusted to each employee, and when the rules are violated, the risk of a mishap is usually increased.
• Employees shall participate in safety education programs and train to recognize hazards on the job and how to report them promptly. As a condition of employment, each member of Ascent Aviation agrees to report errors, incidents, and accidents honestly.
• An employee who observes an unsafe action or condition should bring it to the attention of supervisors and managers. Certain conditions may allow the employee to easily correct or condition a situation.

Ascent Aviation Services is dedicated to fostering an inclusive work environment. We provide equal employment opportunities and are committed to making reasonable accommodation for qualified individuals with disabilities to enable them to perform the essential functions of their job. If you require any accommodation during the application or interview process, please let us know. EEO/AA/F/M/VET/DIS