Warehouse and Logistics Technician

Prince William Water; Woodbridge (VA); On-site; USD 30,000 - 47,000; Full time

Job summary

Prince William Water seeks a warehouse associate to receive, store, and issue materials, while maintaining accurate records and stock reports. The role includes inspecting inbound receipts, coordinating shipments, and supporting events and training programs.

You will manage inventory per established procedures, rotate stock for space efficiency, and assist with annual physical inventories. Forklift operation and a valid driver’s license are required.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of modern storeroom and inventory practices.
• Ability to prepare reports and maintain accurate records.

Responsibilities

• Receive, store, and issue materials, equipment, and other items in the storeroom.
• Inspect incoming receipts for damage, accuracy, and discrepancies; report findings.
• Prepare and track outgoing shipments via UPS or freight carriers following regulations.
• Perform logistics support for events and training programs for Prince William Water.
• Maintain inventory records and perform periodic inventories; rotate stock for space efficiency.
• Coordinate storage and rotation of archives; prepare shipments for pickup via couriers.
• Determine optimal inventory levels and reorder points; investigate discrepancies.
• Contact vendors regarding purchases; inspect incoming parts and supplies for quality and quantity; maintain MSDS.
• Operate forklift and other material handling equipment; operate Prince William Water vehicle.
• May be deemed essential at any time.
• Perform other duties as assigned or required.

Skills

Storeroom practices

Record keeping

Forklift operation

Driver's license

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Automated inventory software

Job description

Position Summary

Receive, store, and issue materials, equipment, and other items from the storeroom. Keep records and compile stock reports. Perform clerical work associated with the operation of the Prince William Water's warehouse. Demonstrates a commitment and supports a culture of diversity, equity and inclusion.

Position Responsibilities / Essential Job Functions

• Plan, organize, and participate in the work of receiving, storing, and distributing a large and varied stock of equipment, supplies, or parts. Maintain all stock items. Issue supplies to users.
• Inspect incoming receipts, inspect for damage, and the accuracy of counts and prices. Records and reports all discrepancies.
• Prepare and track outgoing shipments via UPS or freight companies following rules established by UPS or the Department of Transportation.
• Perform logistical support duties for all special events and training programs for the Prince William Water. These duties include food delivery, room set up, transportation of staff to an event, and other set-up duties.
• Maintain inventory and control records, including a perpetual inventory, and assist with periodic physical inventories. Organize and rotate stock to achieve optimum efficiency of space.
• Arrange for the storage and rotation of all archives. Prepare shipments for pick up via couriers.
• Based on a continuing study of needs, determines optimum inventory levels, establishing reorder points. Investigate inventory discrepancies.
• Contact vendors regarding purchases. Inspects incoming parts and supplies for quality and quantity. Maintain Material Safety Data Sheets for all items being stored.
• Perform routine maintenance of the warehouse.
• Participate in yearly physical inventory for the main warehouse and other Prince William Water facilities.
• Operate forklift and other material handling equipment.
• Operate a Prince William Water vehicle.
• May be deemed essential at any time.
• Perform other duties as assigned or required.

Essential Skills and Experience

Essential Competencies:

• Knowledge of modern storeroom and inventory practices; all types of materials and parts required for the municipal operation to which was assigned; applicable standard grades and qualities of equipment, materials, parts, and supplies.
• Ability to prepare reports and maintain accurate records.

Minimum Education and Work Experience:

• High school diploma or GED.
• Prior knowledge of warehouse stores experience using automated inventory management software.
• Or a combination of education and experience as described above.

Required Licenses/Certifications and Other Special Requirements:

• Must possess and maintain a valid driver's license consistent with Prince William Water's policy requirements.
• Valid Forklift Operators Certification upon hire or required to obtain and maintain within 90 days of employment in this position.

Minimum Lead/Supervisory or Management Experience:

• None.

Physical Demands and Work Environment

The physical demands of this position are available upon request. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions. The qualifications listed above are intended to represent the minimum skills and experience levels associated with performing the duties and responsibilities contained in this job description. The qualifications do not express absolute employment or promotional standards. They are general guidelines that should be considered along with the job-related selection or promotional criteria.