Stores Attendant-B

American Electric Power; Niles (OH); On-site; USD 37,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

American Electric Power in Ohio is seeking an entry-level Stores Attendant to support material accountability within the storeroom and storage yards. You will follow a training and learning process, operate company vehicles, and process records as you gain independent responsibilities.

This role emphasizes safety, basic logistics, and teamwork, with career growth across grade levels as you demonstrate skills in inventory control, shipping and receiving, and use of Maximo.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED is required.
• At least one year in inventory control, warehousing, or related roles.
• Basic computer skills; familiarity with Maximo, Excel and Word preferred.
• Ability to perform duties independently with good communication.
• Know-how of logistics related to shipping and inventory handling.
• Ability to lift up to 70 pounds and obtain required licenses.

Responsibilities

• Issue material with proper authorization and process related records.
• Check received material for quantity and condition; document records.
• Identify and sort material returned; manage stock and scrap.
• Operate inventory systems and office equipment for data entry.
• Prepare and pack material for shipment or storage, including hazardous materials.
• Operate material handling equipment as required.
• Assist supervisor with efficient storage and inventory counts.
• Support peers and perform similar or less skilled work.
• Follow safety rules and company operating regulations.

Skills

Inventory control

Warehousing

Material handling

Shipping & receiving

Basic math

Communication

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

Maximo

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft Word

Job description

Job Posting End Date

09-22-2026

Please note the job posting will close on the day before the posting end date

Job Summary

Assist the Material Services organization by performing duties related to material accountability, operation of the storeroom and storage yards.

Job Description

What you’ll do:

Essential Functions:

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 conditions

• Identify, sort and record material returned; place usable material in stock, and sort non-usable material into scrap containers; record applicable information and process related records

• Operate 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:

This position is posted at multiple grade levels and offers a range of opportunities for advancement. The minimum qualifications outlined below apply to the Stores Attendant B, with increased educational, skill, experience and certification requirements for Stores Attendant A.

Minimum Requirements:

• High School Diploma or GED

• A minimum of one year work experience in inventory control and management, material handling, warehousing, or related experience is required.

• Must possess basic computer skills to use inventory management software such as Maximo; Microsoft Excel and Word experience is also preferred.

• Must have sufficient knowledge and skills to perform the duties and/or responsibilities listed above, and also have the physical capabilities to perform the required work.

• Must possess a strong working knowledge of logistics related to shipping and relocating inventory.

• Must understand and perform basic math functions. Must be able to work independently and possess good communication skills.

• Must be able to safely lift up to 70 pounds; successful completion of the Physical Ability Test (PAT) is required.

• Must possess the appropriate State drive license. If a Commercial Drive License (CDL) is required, the incumbent must obtain the CDL within six months of entry into this job classification or vacate the current job classification.

• Must be able to operate material handling equipment including motorized forklifts and road vehicles.

What you’ll get:

In addition to base salary, AEP offers competitive total rewards including discretionary annual/long-term incentives, 401(k), pension, health insurance, vacation, educational assistance, etc.

At 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 Data

Compensation Grade:

U024-160

Compensation Range:

$26.60 - $29.22

The 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.

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.