Storekeeper II

Iowa State University; Ames (IA); On-site; USD 35,000 - 55,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health and dental benefits

Retirement plans

Paid vacation and sick leave

Onsite childcare

Job summary

ISU Dining’s Storekeeper II position at Iowa State University coordinates receiving, storing, inventorying, and delivering food, supplies, and equipment across campus. You will operate vehicles like pallet jacks, verify deliveries, and maintain accurate records while supporting staff and student workers.

The role requires at least one year in storekeeping or related fields and a valid driver's license, with duties spanning inventory control, equipment setup, and occasional vendor coordination.

Qualifications

• One year of work experience in storekeeping, accounting, business administration or job related work, or any combination of such experience and post high school education that totals one year.
• Possession of appropriate drivers license as required.

Responsibilities

• Receives, stores and issues equipment, materials, supplies, foodstuffs, etc., according to established methods.
• Stores special stock items requiring treatment which may deviate from established storekeeping methods in assigning space and identification.
• Issues items which require knowledge of specific areas of supply operation and good knowledge of stock characterized by susceptibility to spontaneous combustion, toxicity, fragility, rapid deterioration, contamination, ease of physical damage.
• Performs tasks independently in connection with checking and tallying special or technical items of supply.
• Verifies stock against shipping authorizations for agreement as to quantities, descriptions, sizes, conditions and conformance to purchase orders.
• Searches manufacturers’ catalogs, technical bulletins, nomenclature lists, etc. to identify special items; seeks advice of operating personnel to insure compliance with purchase orders for unusual orders.
• Applies storekeeping procedures and methods in arranging space, conducting inventory, estimating needs, and maintaining and preparing records and reports as directed.
• Makes minor adjustments or repairs to items carried in stock.
• Drives, loads, and unloads a delivery truck periodically.
• Assist faculty and staff in setting up and operating equipment for lectures, regular laboratory work, or special demonstrations.

Skills

Storekeeping experience

Driver's license

Job description

Position Title: Storekeeper II

Job Group: Merit

Minimum Qualifications

• One year of work experience in storekeeping, accounting, business administration or job related work, or Any combination of such experience and post high school education that totals one year.
• Possession of appropriate drivers license as required.

Job Description

Under general supervision, operates a small storeroom, or is in charge of one or more functions of a large storeroom operation. Provides functional supervision to storeroom personnel as required.

Characteristic Duties and Responsibilities

• Receives, stores and issues equipment, materials, supplies, foodstuffs, etc., according to established methods.
• Stores special stock items requiring treatment which may deviate from established storekeeping methods in assigning space and identification.
• Issues items which require knowledge of specific areas of supply operation and good knowledge of stock characterized by susceptibility to spontaneous combustion, toxicity, fragility, rapid deterioration, contamination, ease of physical damage.
• Performs tasks independently in connection with checking and tallying special or technical items of supply.
• Verifies stock against shipping authorizations for agreement as to quantities, descriptions, sizes, conditions and conformance to purchase orders.
• Searches manufacturers’ catalogs, technical bulletins, nomenclature lists, etc. to identify special items; seeks advice of operating personnel to insure compliance with purchase orders for unusual orders.
• Applies storekeeping procedures and methods in arranging space, conducting inventory, estimating needs, and maintaining and preparing records and reports as directed.
• Makes minor adjustments or repairs to items carried in stock.
• Drives, loads, and unloads a delivery truck periodically.
• Assist faculty and staff in setting up and operating equipment for lectures, regular laboratory work, or special demonstrations.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Knowledge of storeroom methods and procedures.
• Knowledge of the characteristics, uses and proper handling/storage techniques of items supplied.
• Knowledge of proper lifting and bending techniques.
• Ability to interpret and follow oral and written instructions.
• Ability to prepare and maintain stock records, reports, and inventories.
• Ability to perform basic arithmetic functions involving addition, subtraction, multiplication, and division.
• Ability to communicate effectively with coworkers and constituents.
• Ability to work independently.
• Ability to provide functional supervision.
• Ability to work with computerized inventory control system.

Keep ISU Dining moving from the warehouse to the table! As a Storekeeper II, you’ll play a key role in receiving, storing, inventorying, and delivering food, supplies, equipment, and other materials across ISU Dining locations. You’ll operate delivery vehicles and pallet jacks, load and unload materials, verify deliveries, complete transfer documentation, distribute products, and coordinate with delivery-site staff to ensure items are safely and accurately placed. You’ll also move furniture and equipment between Dining locations and serve as a resource for delivery logistics. You’ll maintain inventory across coolers, freezers, and dry storage areas, ensuring proper stock rotation, receiving temperatures, product quality, and accurate records. You’ll fulfill orders and requisitions, conduct inventory counts, use tablet and inventory systems, complete Quality Assurance logs, and maintain clean, safe, and organized storage areas. The role also includes supporting and training student staff, assisting with equipment maintenance, coordinating vendor returns, and obtaining and maintaining ServSafe and forklift certifications. Some items may weigh up to 100 pounds.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience in food service, warehouse, storeroom, receiving, or distribution operations.
• Experience receiving, storing, rotating, and issuing food, supplies, or inventory.
• Experience operating forklifts, pallet jacks, or other material-handling equipment.
• Experience using computerized inventory, purchasing, or warehouse management systems.
• Knowledge of food safety, sanitation, quality assurance, temperature monitoring, and FIFO inventory practices.

About the Department

ISU Dining’s Foodstores Logistics team keeps dining operations running smoothly by receiving, storing, managing, and distributing the food, supplies, and equipment needed across campus dining locations. The team plays an essential behind-the-scenes role in ensuring products are available, properly handled, and delivered safely and efficiently to support the Cyclone dining experience.

Department Website: https://dining.iastate.edu/

Candidates must be legally authorized to work in the U.S. on an ongoing basis without sponsorship. Immigration sponsorship is not available for this position.

Why Choose Iowa State University?

• comprehensive health and work-life benefits, including medical and dental, as well as:
• Retirement benefits including defined benefit and defined contribution plans
• Generous vacation, holiday, and sick time and leave plans
• Onsite childcare (Ames, Iowa)
• Life insurance and long-term disability
• Flexible Spending Accounts
• Various voluntary benefits and discounts
• Employee Assistance Program
• Wellbeing program

If you have questions regarding this application process please email [e-mail] or call 515-294-4800 or Toll-Free at 1-877-477-7485.

General ISU compensation information can be found on the University Human Resources website. Please note that this is only a list of ranges and individuals will be paid commensurate with qualifications.

Current employees (excluding temporary, student and graduate assistants) must apply through the Workday Internal Careers Hub.

By focusing on the future and providing the best student experience possible, Iowa State University attracts students and faculty who want to make a difference. With a comprehensive land-grant mission of education, research, extension and outreach, we produce scholars whose ideas change the world. And through Innovate at Iowa State, we provide innovative and entrepreneurial opportunities for students of all backgrounds.

Located just 30 minutes north of Des Moines, the city of Ames was recently named one of the Top 10 cities in the U.S. for campus life and career opportunities. Iowa State University is a welcoming community of students, faculty, and staff. Campus community members have a wide range of backgrounds and experiences and are committed to engaging with each other respectfully as outlined in the university's Principles of Community.

Iowa State recognizes that diverse intellectual and philosophical perspectives are vital to innovation, critical thinking skills, and a dynamic academic community that fosters the land-grant ideals of putting science, technology, and human creativity to work. All offers of employment, oral and written, are contingent upon the university’s verification of credentials and other information required by federal and state law, ISU policies/procedures, and may include the completion of a background check and/or a consumer credit check.

Iowa State University does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, age, ethnicity, religion, national origin, pregnancy, sexual orientation, genetic information, sex, marital status, disability, or status as a U.S. Veteran. Inquiries regarding non-discrimination policies may be directed to Office of Equal Opportunity, 2680 Beardshear Hall, 515 Morrill Road, Ames, Iowa 50011, Tel. [phone], email [e-mail].

Iowa State University provides reasonable accommodations to applicants and employees with disabilities. Applicants with questions about access or requiring a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application or hiring process should email [e-mail] or call [phone] or Toll-Free: [phone]. TTY users are welcome to use the Iowa Relay Service number by dialing 7-1-1 or [phone].

General ISU compensation information can be found on the University Human Resources website. Please note that this is only a list of ranges and individuals will be paid commensurate with qualifications.

Appointment Type: Regular

Number of Months Employed Per Year: 12

Month Work Period Time Type: Full time

Pay Grade: 06

Original Posting Date: November 2, 2026

Posting Close Date: November 12, 2026

Job Requisition Number: R20178