Storekeeper I - 004174

University of South Alabama; Mobile (AL); On-site; USD 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

The University of South Alabama's Grounds department is seeking to hire a Storekeeper I. This role involves receiving, storing, and issuing a variety of materials, maintaining inventory records, checking quantities against invoices, and coordinating transportation of stored goods.

You will support front desk duties and campus logistics, while maintaining uniforms, safety equipment, and fuel/purchasing records. Regular hours are 7:00 a.m. - 3:30 p.m., on Main Campus, full-time role.

Qualifications

• Receives, records, unpacks, stores and issues a variety of store items.
• Maintains records and accountability for store items and supplies.
• Checks incoming materials against invoices or PO totals and reports discrepancies.
• Prepares and maintains a perpetual inventory system for storeroom items.

Responsibilities

• Assembles, packs and arranges transport of stored goods.
• Maintains department storerooms and storage areas in clean, orderly condition.
• Maintains a separate file for items issued to personnel outside the Grounds department.
• Manages uniform ordering and coordinates with providers for changes or repairs.
• Maintains monthly fuel reports for vehicles and equipment; communicates reports to Accounting.
• Distributes chemicals to technicians as needed.
• Assists with front desk duties as needed, including phones and paperwork.
• Prepares hydrations stations for crew use during hot weather.
• Performs routine safety equipment inspections and, if required, paints store items.

Skills

Clerical experience

Storekeeping experience

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Minimum Qualifications

High school diploma or equivalent and one year of clerical and/or storekeeping, stocking, or related experience. An equivalent combination of education and experience may be considered.

Preferred Qualifications

Receiving, storing, shipping, and/or stocking experience is preferred.

Job Description Summary

The University of South Alabama's Grounds department is seeking to hire a Storekeeper I. Interested candidates should apply to be considered.

Essential Functions

• Receives, records, unpacks, stores, and issues a variety of store items to include materials, equipment, tools, and supplies.
• Maintains records and accountability for store items, servicing and maintaining equipment, and recommending the purchase of equipment and supplies.
• Checks incoming materials for quantity and quality against invoices or purchase orders, reporting discrepancies to a supervisor.
• Issues supplies on approved requisitions.
• Prepares and maintains a perpetual inventory system for all storeroom and laboratory supplies and equipment using a PC.
• Assembles, packs, and arranges for transport of all stored goods and materials.
• Maintains the cleanliness and order of all department storerooms and storage areas.
• Maintains a separate card file for items issued to personnel outside of the Grounds department.
• Maintains the ordering of uniforms (including coveralls and jackets) for each employee; reports any uniform changes, repairs, or complaints to the uniform provider.
• Maintains monthly fuel reports for vehicles and equipment; communicates reports to Accounting personnel.
• Maintains up-to-date insurance cards on each vehicle.
• Distributes chemicals to include: insecticides, herbicides, and fertilizers to technicians as needed.
• Assists with front desk in case of absences to include answering phones, keeping up with paperwork as needed, issuing purchase orders, etc.
• Prepares and maintains department hydration station for crew use during hot weather.
• Performs routine inspections on department safety equipment ( AED , Eye Wash Stations, etc).
• May be required to prepare and paint store items for use, issue, and reissue.
• Must be able to lift and handle 50 lb objects and carry them short distances.
• Regular and prompt attendance.
• Ability to work schedule as defined and overtime as required.
• Related duties as required.

Posting Information

• Position Number 004174
• Position Title Storekeeper I - 004174
• Division Finance and Administration
• Department 173640 - Grounds
• Number of Vacancies 1
• Position End Date (if temporary)
• Job Open Date 07/21/2026
• Job Close Date
• Open Until Filled Yes
• Special Instructions to Applicants
• Working Days Monday - Friday
• Working Hours 7:00 a.m. - 3:30 p.m.
• Job Location Main Campus
• Full-time or Part-Time Full Time
• Regular or Temporary Regular