Stock Worker

NYC Department of Health and Mental Hygiene; New York (NY); On-site; USD 40,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

NYC Department of Health and Mental Hygiene is seeking a dependable Stock Worker to support inventory operations across agency facilities in New York City. The role reports to the Procurement and Inventory Supervisor and involves receiving, storing, counting, and distributing materials, equipment, and tools for Plant Operations.

Regular travel between inventory and facility locations is required, with focus on accuracy, safety, and efficient distribution to staff and sites.

Qualifications

• No formal education or experience requirements for this position.
• Must have a valid New York State driver’s license and maintain it for the duration of employment.
• Experience in stockroom, warehouse, facilities, maintenance, or inventory environment preferred.

Responsibilities

• Receive, unpack, count, inspect, store, and distribute materials, supplies, equipment, and tools.
• Check deliveries against purchase orders, packing slips, or invoices; report shortages or discrepancies.
• Pick and prepare materials for distribution to Plant Operations staff and facilities.
• Load and unload supplies and equipment at storage facilities and delivery locations.
• Deliver and transfer materials and supplies for distribution to Plant Operations staff and facilities.
• Maintain accurate inventory records and assist with physical and perpetual inventory counts.
• Ensure stockrooms are clean, safe, organized, and properly maintained.
• Label, organize, and store inventory for easy location and accountability.
• Assist with tracking receipt, issuance, transfer, and disposition of inventory.
• Safely operate carts and material-handling equipment.
• Coordinate with the Procurement and Inventory Supervisor regarding inventory needs and shortages.
• Ensure chemical supplies are received, labeled, stored, and organized safely.
• Maintain current Safety Data Sheets (SDS) for chemical products in inventory.
• Perform other related duties consistent with the Stock Worker civil service title.

Skills

Stock management

Warehouse operations

Valid NYS driver's license

Inventory control

Tools

Inventory software

Job description

ONLY PERMANENT EMPLOYEES IN THE TITLE AND THOSE THAT ARE REACHABLE ON THE STOCK WORKER CIVIL SERVICE LIST ARE ELIGIBLE TO APPLY.

Division/Program Summary

Plant Operations is committed to supporting the NYC Department of Health and Mental Hygiene’s focus on protecting and promoting the health of all New Yorkers by providing comprehensive building services. These services include multiple building trades responsible for the operation, maintenance, and repair of the agency’s owned and leased sites within the 5 boroughs.

Position Summary

Plant Operations is seeking a dependable and organized Stock Worker to support inventory operations across multiple agency facilities. The Stock Worker will report directly to the Procurement and Inventory Supervisor and will be responsible for receiving, storing, tracking, distributing, and delivering materials, supplies, equipment, and tools used to support building operations. This position requires regular travel between multiple Plant Operations inventory and facility locations.

Job Duties And Responsibilities

• Receive, unpack, count, inspect, store, and distribute materials, supplies, equipment, and tools.
• Check deliveries against purchase orders, packing slips, or invoices and report shortages, damaged items, or other discrepancies.
• Pick and prepare materials and supplies for distribution to Plant Operations staff and facilities.
• Load and unload supplies and equipment at storage facilities and delivery locations.
• Deliver and transfer materials and supplies for distribution to Plant Operations staff and facilities.
• Maintain accurate inventory records and assist with physical and perpetual inventory counts.
• Ensure stockrooms and other storage areas are clean, safe, organized, and properly maintained.
• Label, organize, and store inventory so that materials can be readily located and accounted for.
• Assist with tracking the receipt, issuance, transfer, and disposition of inventory.
• Safely operate carts, material‑handling equipment, and other equipment necessary to perform assigned duties.
• Coordinate with the Procurement and Inventory Supervisor regarding inventory needs, shortages, deliveries, and discrepancies.
• Ensure chemical supplies are properly received, labeled, stored, and organized in accordance with established safety and storage requirements.
• Maintain current Safety Data Sheets (SDS) for chemical products in inventory and ensure SDS records are readily available and accessible to staff as required.
• Perform other related duties consistent with the Stock Worker civil service title.

Why You Should Work For Us

• Benefits: City employees are entitled to unmatched benefits such as:
• a premium‑free health insurance plan that saves employees over $10K annually, per a 2024 assessment.
• additional health, fitness, and financial benefits may be available based on the position’s associated union/benefit fund.
• a public sector defined benefit pension plan with steady monthly payments in retirement.
• a tax‑deferred savings program and
• a robust Worksite Wellness Program that offers resources and opportunities to keep you healthy while serving New Yorkers.
• Work From Home Policy: Depending on your position, you may be able to work up to two days during the week from home.
• Job Security - you could enjoy more job security compared to private sector employment and be able to contribute to making NYC a healthy place to live and work.

Established in 1805, the New York City Department of Health and Mental Hygiene (NYC Health Department) is the oldest and largest health department in the U.S., dedicated to protecting and improving the health of NYC. Our mission is to safeguard the health of every resident and cultivate a city where everyone, regardless of age, background, or location, can achieve their optimal health. We provide a wide array of programs and services focused on food and nutrition, anti‑tobacco support, chronic disease prevention, HIV/AIDS treatment, family and child health, environmental health, mental health, and social justice initiatives. As the primary population health strategist and policy authority for NYC, with a rich history of public health initiatives and scientific advancements, from addressing the 1822 yellow fever outbreak to the COVID-19 pandemic, we serve as a global leader in public health innovation and expertise.

Come join us and help to continue our efforts in making a difference in the lives of all New Yorkers!

Commitment To Equity

The City of New York is an inclusive equal opportunity employer committed to recruiting and retaining a diverse workforce and providing a work environment that is free from discrimination and harassment based upon any legally protected status or protected characteristic, including but not limited to an individual's sex, race, color, ethnicity, national origin, age, religion, disability, sexual orientation, veteran status, gender identity, or pregnancy.

The NYC Health Department is an inclusive equal opportunity employer committed to providing access and reasonable accommodation to all individuals. To request reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, contact Sye‑Eun Ahn, Director of the Office of Equal Employment Opportunity, at [e-mail] or 347-396-6549.

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Minimum Qualifications

Qualification Requirements

There are no formal education or experience requirements for this position.

Preferred Skills

• A valid New York State Driver’s License is required and must be maintained for the duration of employment. - Experience working in a stockroom, warehouse, facilities, maintenance, or inventory environment. - Experience using computerized inventory or materials‑management systems.

55a Program

This position is also open to qualified persons with a disability who are eligible for the 55-a Program. Please indicate at the top of your resume and cover letter that you would like to be considered for the position through the 55-a Program.

Public Service Loan Forgiveness

As a prospective employee of the City of New York, you may be eligible for federal loan forgiveness programs and state repayment assistance programs. For more information, please visit the U.S. Department of Education’s website at https://studentaid.gov/pslf/.

Residency Requirement

New York City residency is generally required within 90 days of appointment. However, City Employees in certain titles who have worked for the City for 2 continuous years may also be eligible to reside in Nassau, Suffolk, Putnam, Westchester, Rockland, or Orange County. To determine if the residency requirement applies to you, please discuss with the agency representative at the time of interview.

Additional Information

The City of New York is an inclusive equal opportunity employer committed to recruiting and retaining a diverse workforce and providing a work environment that is free from discrimination and harassment based upon any legally protected status or protected characteristic, including but not limited to an individual's sex, race, color, ethnicity, national origin, age, religion, disability, sexual orientation, veteran status, gender identity, or pregnancy.