Warehouse Assistant

YDU JC Air Cond & Ref Inc.- Dubai; Louisville (KY); On-site; USD 25,000 - 33,000; Full time

Job summary

Johnson Controls is seeking a Warehouse Assistant to support receiving, inventory flow, and fire extinguisher service at a fixed location in Louisville, KY. The role emphasizes safety, accuracy, teamwork, and timely documentation in a hands-on warehouse and service environment.

Responsibilities include maintaining organized receiving and staging areas, tracking shipments, pre-production inventory, and performing routine extinguisher maintenance.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Ability to pass a drug test, background check, and license checks.
• Hands-on warehouse and service environment experience is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Keep the receiving area clear, safe, and organized.
• Use a cage inbounding sheet on every cage or shipment.
• Separate product by production needs and ensure clear placement on the receiving side.
• Keep the staging area for the chem room stocked and clearly labeled.
• Perform forklift maintenance, daily inspections, and charging when necessary.
• Accurately complete reports, paperwork, inspection tags, and other required service records.

Skills

Teamwork

Communication

Safety compliance

Attention to detail

Problem-solving

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Forklift operation

Valid driver's license

Job description

Warehouse Assistant Johnson Controls

is a global leader in thermal management, mission-critical building systems, energy efficiency, and decarbonization, helping customers use energy more productively and operate with the precision and resilience required in demanding industries. In this fixed-location role, you will support warehouse receiving, inventory flow, and fire extinguisher service with no travel required.

Role Overview

This position combines hands-on warehouse support with fire protection service work. You will help keep receiving and staging areas organized, separate product based on production needs, support pre-production inventory, and perform required service and maintenance on fire extinguishers. Success in this role depends on safety, accuracy, teamwork, and consistent follow-through.

Key Responsibilities

• Keep the receiving area clear, safe, and organized.
• Use a cage inbounding sheet on every cage or shipment.
• Separate product by production needs and ensure clear placement on the receiving side.
• Keep the staging area for the chem room stocked and clearly labeled.
• Separate and communicate condemned extinguishers in receiving, and provide counts and tracking numbers to shipping.
• Keep bad product from going to production.
• Work with the supervisor on pre-production inventory and maintain a record of what is on hand.
• Utilize center racking for pre-production storage of items used less often.
• Perform forklift maintenance, daily inspections, and charging when necessary.
• Work as a team with shipping to produce excellent results.
• Perform required service and maintenance on fire extinguishers, including recharging, testing, and six- and twelve-year maintenance work.
• Accurately complete reports, paperwork, inspection tags, and other required service records.
• Perform routine and preventative maintenance on extinguisher shop test equipment.
• Maintain the organization, operation, and cleanliness of the work area.
• Complete required employment paperwork in a timely and professional manner, including timecards.
• Participate in periodic Johnson Controls business meetings and contribute to the growth and sustainability of the business.
• Perform other duties and responsibilities as assigned.

How You Will Do It

Keep the work area safe, orderly, and ready for daily execution. Use clear labeling, disciplined staging, and consistent housekeeping to support smooth warehouse and service operations. Own your work with accountability, safety, and integrity. Handle incoming product, condemned extinguishers, and service documentation carefully so the right materials and records move forward. Stay close to the work and remove obstacles quickly. Coordinate closely with your supervisor and the shipping team, communicate counts and tracking numbers promptly, and support clean handoffs. Improve every day through candor and problem-solving. Keep records accurate, watch for opportunities to improve flow and organization, and raise issues early when something needs attention. Win as one team. Collaborate with shipping, production, and Johnson Controls colleagues to deliver reliable results and strong customer support.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Ability to operate hand tools and lift and carry up to 50 lbs.
• Ability to perform hands-on work in a warehouse and service environment.
• Effective written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to pass the required licensing test; on-the-job training is provided.
• Ability to pass a drug test, background check, and BMV check.
• Must have a clean driving record.
• Valid driver's license.

Nice to Have

• Previous warehouse, logistics, inventory, or fire protection service experience.
• Experience working with receiving records, inspection tags, or maintenance paperwork.
• Forklift operation experience and familiarity with warehouse organization practices.

Why Join Us

Join a team that supports customer performance, safety, and sustainability through practical, hands-on work. You will gain on-the-job training, contribute to the growth of Johnson Controls, and be part of a team that values teamwork, professional conduct, and dependable execution.

HIRING HOURLY RANGE

$18-$24 (Hourly rate to be determined by the education, experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities of the applicant, internal equity, and alignment with market data.) This position includes a competitive benefits package. The posted salary range reflects the target compensation for this role. However, we recognize that exceptional candidates may bring unique skills and experiences that exceed the typical profile.

To support an efficient and fair hiring process, we may use technology assisted tools, including artificial intelligence (AI), to help identify and evaluate candidates. All hiring decisions are ultimately made by human reviewers. For details, please visit the About Us tab on the Johnson Controls Careers site at https://jobs.johnsoncontrols.com/about-us

Johnson Controls International plc. is an equal employment opportunity and affirmative action employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, protected veteran status, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity, status as a qualified individual with a disability or any other characteristic protected by law.

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