Stores Attendant-B

SouthWestern Electric Power Co; Longview (TX); On-site; USD 38,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

American Electric Power (AEP) in Longview, TX, is seeking an entry-level Stores Attendant B to support material accountability and storeroom operations.

You will process material receipts, issue materials, inspect items, and prepare shipments, under supervision, with safety as a priority. Ideal candidates have a high school diploma, 24 months Stores Attendant B experience or readiness to learn, and may need a CDL; physical capability is required.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Must have satisfactorily performed Stores Attendant B duties for 24 months.
• May be required to obtain a Commercial Driver's License (CDL).
• Physical ability to lift up to 70 pounds.
• Ability to operate material handling equipment.

Responsibilities

• Issue material under proper authorization and process related records.
• Check received material for quantity and inspect for identity, damage.
• Sort and record material returned; place usable stock.
• Operate material management systems and related office equipment.
• Pack material for shipment or storage and prepare shipping papers.
• Operate stores material handling equipment and road vehicles.
• Maintain inventory levels and perform cycle counts.

Skills

Record keeping

Safety conscious

Education

High school diploma or GED

CDL required or may be required

Job description

Job Posting End Date10-03-2026Please note the job posting will close on the day before the posting end dateJob SummaryAssist the Material Services organization by performing duties related to material accountability, operation of the storeroom and storage yards.Job DescriptionJob Posting End Date10-03-2026Please note the job posting will close on the day before the posting end date.Residency Requirement: Candidate must reside 30 miles from Longview Service Center.What You'll Do:The following sets forth the principal duties required for the job that are normally to be performed. It is not intended to limit the assignment of work or set the degree of supervision under all conditions. An employee may perform miscellaneous, related and incidental work in addition to that outlined below. These duties will be performed as an entry-level position under a training and learning process. Individuals will be under direct and/or semi-direct supervision and will progress from assisting with these duties to performing them individually with semi-direct supervision and/or job guidance, based on accumulated job knowledge.Issue material under proper authorization; process and file required records which may include picking up, hauling and delivering materials and operating Company automotive equipment such as cars and trucks.Check received material for quantity; make visual inspection for identity, breakage, and condition; initiate and process material receipt and related records.Report irregularities and abnormal conditionsIdentify, sort and record material returned; place usable material in stock, and sort non-usable material into scrap containers; record applicable information and process related recordsOperate computer terminals and printers supporting a materials management system, and other office equipment such as calculators, scanners etc.Prepare and pack material for shipment or storage, including preparation of required shipping papers and other related records. This may include shipping and receiving hazardous material, such as gasoline, oil, oil containing PCB, and lead-acid batteries under required safety and environmental procedures.Operate material handling equipment such as hand trucks, forklift trucks, low lift trucks, hoists, overhead cranes, order pickers, or any other equipment as required.Assist supervisor with maintaining efficient storage of materials, rearrangement or change of bins and racks, and making material location changes.Assist in maintaining adequate inventory levels based on current requirements through inventory cycle counts; perform discrepancy adjustments with appropriate approval and process all associated records.Assist employees of equal or higher classification.Perform similar or less skilled work.Perform duties in accordance with company safety rules, operating regulations, and practice.What We're Looking For:MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS:Education requirements are listed below: High school graduate or GED.Work Experience requirement listed below: Must have satisfactorily performed the duties of Stores Attendant B for a minimum of 24 months.Required License(s)/Certification(s) are listed below: Must meet all vehicle operation requirements as designated by federal and/or state law. In addition, the incumbent may be required to obtain a Commercial Driver's License (CDL).OTHER REQUIREMENTS:Physical demand level is HeavyMust have satisfactorily performed the duties of Stores Attendant B for a minimum of 24 months.Must have a good working knowledge of all Material Services instructions and procedures as they apply to regular job responsibilities and must qualify through demonstration and a written examination.Must have demonstrated ability to keep neat, concise, and accurate records.High school graduate or equivalent education and/or experience.Must meet all vehicle operation requirements as designated by federal and/or state law. In addition, the incumbent may be required to obtain a Commercial Driver's License (CDL).Must be able to operate stores material handling equipment and road vehicles.Must be able to safely lift and handle materials and equipment weighing up to 70 pounds.A Physical Ability Test is also required.Principal Line of Progression:From: Stores Attendant B To: Higher Classification, if qualifiedWhere You'll Work:Longview, TXWhat You'll Get For A Stores Attendant B:$27.40 - $32.69In addition to a competitive compensation, AEP offers a unique comprehensive benefits package that aims to support and enhance the overall well-being of our employees.Where Putting the Customer First Powers Everything We DoAt AEP, we’re more than just an energy company — we’re a team of dedicated professionals committed to delivering safe, reliable, and innovative energy solutions. Guided by our mission to put the customer first, we strive to exceed expectations by listening, responding, and continuously improving the way we serve our communities. If you're passionate about making a meaningful impact and being part of a forward-thinking organization, this is the company for you!Compensation DataCompensation Grade:Compensation Range:$27.40 - $30.05The Physical Demand Level for this job is: H – Heavy Work: Exerting 50 to 100 pounds of force occasionally, and/or 25 to 50 pounds of force frequently, and/or greater than negligible up to 10-20 pounds of force constantly to move objects. Physical demand requirements are in excess of those for Medium Work.Hear about it first! Get job alerts by email. Log in to your Candidate Home Account today! If you don't have an account, you can create one.It is hereby reaffirmed that it is the policy of American Electric Power (AEP) to provide Equal Employment Opportunity in all respects of the employer-employee relationship including recruiting, hiring, upgrading and promotion, conditions and privileges of employment, company sponsored training programs, educational assistance, social and recreational programs, compensation, benefits, transfers, discipline, layoffs and termination of employment to all employees and applicants without discrimination because of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity, and sexual orientation), national origin, age, veteran or military status, disability, genetic information, or any other basis prohibited by applicable law. When required by law, we might record certain information or applicants for employment may be invited to voluntarily disclose protected characteristics.