Stockroom Assistant B

Occidental College; California (MO); On-site; USD 26,000 - 29,000; Full time

Job summary

Occidental College in California seeks a Stockroom Assistant B to support the Facilities Management team with receiving and delivering packages, setup for events, and equipment maintenance. Under the Assistant Director supervision, this role supports stockroom operations and campus logistics.

The position requires a high school diploma, forklift certification, and forklift operation ability, plus strong communication and organization.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or GED required.
• Ability to read, write, and understand directions in English.
• Forklift certification required.
• One year of related work experience preferred.
• Valid CA driver’s license and Occidental College driving status.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office or Google productivity tools.
• Detail-oriented with ability to manage multiple tasks.
• Strong communication and teamwork skills.
• Commitment to inclusion and diversity.

Responsibilities

• 60% - Performs maintenance tasks supporting stockroom functions (warehouse, shipping/receiving, deliveries). Operates forklift and completes related tasks.
• 40% - Supports campus events with transport, setup, and breakdown of furnishings/equipment; move office furniture and equipment as assigned.

Skills

Forklift operation

English literacy

Communication

Organization

Independent work

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

Microsoft Office

Google Drive/Docs

Job description

Title: Stockroom Assistant B

Department: Facilities Management

Duration: Indefinite

Employment Status: Non-Exempt, Full-Time, 40 hours per week

Job Summary

Under direction of the Assistant Director of Facilities, the Stockroom Assistant B provides maintenance support tasks including but not limited to receipt and delivery of packages, table and chair set-ups for special events, and maintenance of equipment.
This position is represented for purposes of collective bargaining by Teamsters.

Job Duties

• 60% - Performs maintenance tasks in support of the stockroom function including, warehouse, shipping and receiving, delivery of packages and supplies to customers. Operates forklift and completes related work assignments as needed. - (Essential)
• 40% - In support of campus events, transport, set-up and breakdown of furnishings and/or equipment. Move office furniture and equipment, as assigned. - (Essential)

Minimum Qualifications

• High School diploma or GED.
• Ability to read, write, and understand directions in English.
• Certification to operate a forklift.
• One year experience in performing work activities as outlined in the position description.
• Valid CA driver’s license; and maintain Occidental College’s authorized driver’s status.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications, Google drives/folders/forms or any combination of productivity programs applicable to position responsibilities.
• Demonstrated ability to be detail-oriented and thorough; skilled at anticipating and preventing potential problems and handling a wide variety of tasks with efficiency and accuracy.
• Strong commitment to a quality work product. Demonstrated ability to effectively communicate verbally, in writing and electronically. Effective interpersonal skills as evidenced in the ability to collaborate with a variety of constituencies.
• Demonstrated commitment to justice, equity, inclusion & diversity.
• Demonstrated skill in adapting to and performing work effectively in high-volume, high accountability, confidential environment with multiple and changing priorities.
• Effective organizational, logistical, time management and planning skills with the ability to manage and prioritize multiple tasks/projects simultaneously, prioritize and fulfill the functions of an office in a timely manner.
• Ability to self-motivate and work independently.
• Ability to provide effective leadership and training, and to work effectively and professionally across functions, disciplines, levels, and with diverse groups.

Preferred Qualifications

• One year experience working in a stockroom/receiving warehouse environment. Experience with event set-up and breakdown

EXPECTED HIRING RANGE

The starting base hourly rate for this position is $19.68/hr/hr. After 6 months, the base hourly rate increases to $20.09/hr, and after 12 months, the base hourly rate increases to $20.69/hr.

We also offer a generous compensation and benefits package.