Materials Management Specialist

Town of Estes Park; Estes Park (CO); On-site; USD 73,000 - 103,000; Full time

Job summary

The Town of Estes Park is seeking a Materials Management Specialist for the Utilities department to oversee storage, issuance, and tracking of specialized materials for the Power & Communications Division.

You will manage inventory, process purchase orders, reconcile invoices, and perform annual stock inventories, with occasional maintenance and vehicle support duties. A high school diploma or GED and 2 years of stock handling experience are required.

Qualifications

• Superior knowledge of specialized materials and handling.
• Thorough knowledge of storekeeping and inventory control practices and procedures.
• Working knowledge of basics of electricity and occupational hazards and safe work practices.
• Basic knowledge of construction standards and practices, codes and equipment used in the delivery of electric power.
• Ability to maintain records and complete statistical reports appropriate to the position.
• Ability to drive and operate Town vehicles and equipment, including motor lift trucks and other material handling equipment.
• Ability to communicate effectively, both verbally and in writing, and follow oral and written instructions.
• Ability to demonstrate basic computer skills.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with Town Staff, power companies, vendors, contractors, customers, and the general public.

Responsibilities

• Operates a warehouse of moderate size and complexity, storing a wide variety of supplies and equipment.
• Performs inventory management duties including submits and evaluates vendor bids; receives, verifies and reconciles orders; identifies, stores and issues materials and equipment; conducts periodic inventories and replenishes stock availability; recommends alteration in stocking patterns as needed.
• Ensures specialized line equipment such as hot sticks, line hose, rope blocks, etc., are in good repair at all times.
• Performs basic accounting duties including processes purchase orders and invoices; maintains perpetual inventory records; maintains accountability records including inventory “change” records and may prepare routine and special consumption reports.
• Performs annual inventory for all stock.
• Performs a variety of general maintenance upkeep of facilities and yard, including carpentry and painting as necessary.
• Transports vehicles and parts for testing and repairs as needed.
• May perform minor testing and repairing of electrical equipment such as transformers, reclosers, ammeters, voltmeters, street lights and other items.
• May coordinate with appropriate personnel from other utilities or contractors as required.
• May perform groundman duties on occasion where additional line support services as needed.
• Performs other related work as required or assigned.

Skills

Inventory control

Recordkeeping

Storekeeping

Material handling

Electrical safety knowledge

Communication skills

Basic accounting

Education

High school diploma or GED

Two years stock handling/inventory experience

Job description

Join our Team!

The Town seeks qualified applicants for the position of Materials Management Specialist

Under general supervision of the Line Superintendent, the Materials Management Specialist performs work in purchasing, material specifications, receiving, storing, issuing and recordkeeping of specialized materials for the Power & Communications Division. The below list is intended to be illustrative of the responsibilities of the position and not all encompassing. The Town may change these duties at any time.

• Operates a warehouse of moderate size and complexity, storing a wide variety of supplies and equipment.
• Performs inventory management duties including submits and evaluates vendor bids; receives, verifies and reconciles orders; identifies, stores and issues materials and equipment; conducts periodic inventories and replenishes stock availability; recommends alteration in stocking patterns as needed.
• Ensures specialized line equipment such as hot sticks, line hose, rope blocks, etc., are in good repair at all times.
• Performs basic accounting duties including processes purchase orders and invoices; maintains perpetual inventory records; maintains accountability records including inventory “change” records and may prepare routine and special consumption reports.
• Performs annual inventory for all stock.
• Performs a variety of general maintenance upkeep of facilities and yard, including carpentry and painting as necessary.
• Transports vehicles and parts for testing and repairs as needed.
• May perform minor testing and repairing of electrical equipment such as transformers, reclosers, ammeters, voltmeters, street lights and other items.
• May coordinate with appropriate personnel from other utilities or contractors as required.
• May perform groundman duties on occasion where additional line support services as needed.
• Performs other related work as required or assigned.

Education and Experience

• High school diploma or equivalent (GED).
• Two years of experience in stock handling and inventory recordkeeping in a specialized field appropriate to the warehouse.

Licenses, Certifications and Registrations

• Valid Colorado Driver’s License and satisfactory driving record. Out of state candidates must obtain Colorado License within 6 months of hire.

DEPARTMENT: Utilities

REPORTS TO: Line Crew Superintendent

PAY GRADE: TP 180 ($73,455 - $102,837 annual equivalent)

EXEMPT: No

RESIDENCY REQUIREMENT: No

REMOTE WORK ELIGIBLE: No

CELL PHONE ALLOWANCE: None

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required:

• Superior knowledge of specialized materials and handling.
• Thorough knowledge of storekeeping and inventory control practices and procedures.
• Working knowledge of basics of electricity and occupational hazards and safe work practices.
• Basic knowledge of construction standards and practices, codes and equipment used in the delivery of electric power.
• Ability to maintain records and complete statistical reports appropriate to the position.
• Ability to drive and operate Town vehicles and equipment, including motor lift trucks and other material handling equipment.
• Ability to communicate effectively, both verbally and in writing, and follow oral and written instructions.
• Ability to demonstrate basic computer skills.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with Town Staff, power companies, vendors, contractors, customers, and the general public.

Physical Requirements and Work Environment

Frequency Guide

Rarely (R)
Occasionally (O)
Frequently (F)
Constantly (C)

Less than - 5%
6 – 30%
31% - 70%
Over 70%

Physical Task
Frequency
Physical Surroundings
Frequency

Sitting
F
Extreme Temperatures
O

Standing
F
Inside Work
F

Walking
F
Outside Work
O

Running
O
Walking on uneven surfaces
O

Stooping
O
Working at height
O

Kneeling
O
Other:

Squatting
O

Climbing
O
Environmental Conditions

Balancing
F
Exposure to Chemicals
O

Reaching
F
Exposure to Gases/Fumes/Dust
O

Grasping
C
High Noise Levels
O

Fingering
C
Moderate Noise Levels
O

Handling
C
Vibrations
O

Visual Acuity: Near
F
Light/Power Equipment Ops
F

Visual Acuity: Far
O
Heavy Equipment Operation
O

Depth Perception
O
Work in Traffic
O

Color Discrimination
O
Local Travel
F

Peripheral Vision
O
Out of Town Travel
R

Talking
C
Other:

Hearing
C

Other:
Weight of Objects Moved

Over 100 pounds
O

Over 50 Pounds
F

Over 10 pounds
F

PRE EMPLOYMENT PHYSICAL REQUIRED: No

PRE EMPOYMENT DRUG SCREEN REQUIRED: No