Stores Attendant B-A

American Electric Power; Benton Harbor (MI); On-site; USD 37,000 - 48,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k)

Pension

Health insurance

Vacation

Educational assistance

Job summary

American Electric Power is seeking a Stores Attendant in Michigan to support the Material Services organization. You will manage material accountability, operate the storeroom and storage yards, and ensure accurate records.

The role involves handling shipments, inspecting arrivals, and maintaining inventory levels while following safety and environmental procedures. This position offers growth across grade levels with competitive pay and benefits.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• A minimum of one year in inventory control and material handling.
• Basic computer skills and familiarity with inventory software such as Maximo; Excel/Word preferred.
• Ability to lift up to 70 pounds and work safely with hazardous materials as required.

Responsibilities

• Issue material with proper authorization and process records.
• Inspect received material and process related records.
• Maintain stock by sorting usable and scrap material.
• Operate material handling equipment and packing for shipment.
• Support inventory cycle counts and discrepancy adjustments.
• Follow safety rules and company procedures.

Skills

Maximo

Inventory management

Material handling

Excel

Word

Logistics

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

Forklift operation

Material handling equipment

Job description

Job Posting End Date

09-05-2026

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:

• 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:

Stores Attendant B wages range from $26.60 - $31.84 per hour.

Stores Attendant A wages range from $33.38 - $36.21 per hour.

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 Range:

$26.60 - $34.80

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.

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