Stores Attendant B-A

Ohio Power Company; Chillicothe (OH); On-site; USD 37,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

American Electric Power is seeking a Stores Attendant B to assist the Materials Services team with material accountability, stores operation, and yard storage. The role involves issuing material, verifying receipts, and packing materials for shipment under supervision.

The incumbent will handle inventory counts, use Maximo, and operate forklifts or related equipment as needed, earning a starting hourly wage within the listed range.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED.
• Minimum one year of inventory control and warehousing experience.
• Basic computer skills; experience with Maximo preferred.

Responsibilities

• Issue material under proper authorization and process required records.
• Check received material for quantity, identity, breakage and condition.
• Operate material management system terminals and related office equipment.
• Prepare and pack material for shipment or storage; process shipping papers.

Skills

Inventory control

Material handling

Warehousing

Maximo

Excel

Word

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

Maximo

Excel

Word

Job description

Job Posting End Date10-05-2026Please 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 DescriptionPosted as a Stores Attendant B-AWhat You'll Do:Stores Attendant BThe 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:Education and Work Experience requirements listed belowEducation requirements are listed below: High School Diploma or GEDWork Experience requirements listed below: A minimum of one year’s 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 are 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 Do:Stores Attendant AIssue material under proper authorization, and process required records.Determine material requirements and order replenishment stock; complete related records.Check received material for quantity; make visual inspection for identity, breakage, and condition; initiate material receipt and related records.Identify, sort and record material returned; place usable material in stock, and sort non-usable material into scrap containers.Operate computer terminals and printers supporting a material management system, plus other office equipment such as calculators.Prepare and pack material for shipment or storage.Maintain and process stores related records.Conduct sale of scrap or other materials as authorized, including weighing and loading such materials.Maintain approved inventory levels.Conduct inventory counts, and clear discrepancies with appropriate approval.Pick up, haul, and deliver materials.Ship and/or receive hazardous material, such as gasoline, oil, oil containing PCB, and lead-acid batteries, under required safety and environmental procedures.Assist supervisor with maintaining efficient storage of materials, rearrangement or change of bins and racks, and making material location changes.Operate material handling equipment such as hand trucks, forklift trucks, low lift trucks, hoists, overhead cranes, order pickers, or any other equipment as required.Operate Company automotive equipment such as cars and trucks.Maintain clean and orderly work areas and equipment.Report irregularities and abnormal conditions.Perform duties in accordance with Company safety rules, operating regulations, and practices.Assist in the training of other employees.Direct the work of employees assigned to assist.Assist employees of all classifications.Perform other similar duties as assigned.What we're looking for:Education and Work Experience requirements listed below: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 RequirementsPhysical 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 qualifiedWhat You'll Get:Stores Attendant B: $27.67 - $33.12Stores Attendant A: $34.72 - $37.66Compensation DataCompensation Grade:U019-160Compensation Range:$27.67 - $36.19The 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.