Warehouse Delivery Worker

Walnut Valley Unified School District; Walnut (CA); On-site; USD 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Walnut Valley Unified School District is seeking a Warehouse Delivery Worker for an 8-hour, 12-month assignment in the Purchasing Department. Work hours are 7:00 a.m. to 3:30 p.m., Monday through Friday.

Responsibilities include receiving, processing and distributing goods, operating a delivery vehicle, loading/unloading, and maintaining inventory records while ensuring safety and compliance with district policies.

Qualifications

• Experience operating a mid-size delivery vehicle.
• Ability to load and unload goods safely and accurately.
• Familiar with basic warehouse procedures and recordkeeping.

Responsibilities

• Loads a delivery vehicle with supplies and equipment.
• Drives delivery routes and unloads at sites as directed.
• Inspects, stores and distributes warehouse goods and mail.
• Maintains records of maintenance, inventory and discrepancies.
• Operates scales, postage meters and forklift/pallet jack as required.
• Performs related duties as assigned.

Skills

Truck delivery operation

Forklift operation

Material handling equipment

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Forklift (manual)

Forklift (electric)

Pallet jack

Handcart

Mail machine

Postal scale

Calculator

Computer

Job description

Warehouse Delivery Worker

We are accepting applications for Warehouse Delivery Worker. Currently, we have one opening for a 8-hour, 12-month employee in our Purchasing Department with work hours of 7:00 a.m. to 3:30 p.m., Monday through Friday.

BASIC FUNCTION

Under the direction of the Director of Purchasing, receives, processes, stores and distributes a variety of staple and perishable goods, equipment, supplies and mail, drives a delivery vehicle following designated routes, loads and unloads food carts, warehouse supplies and materials, and audio-visual equipment, determines proper postage and meter mail.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS

• Loads a delivery vehicle with a variety of supplies, materials, equipment, food carts and mail
• Drives a delivery vehicle to delivery and pickup sites and loads and unloads the delivery vehicle in specified locations
• Receives, inspects, processes, and stores warehouse supplies, materials, and equipment
• Completes discrepancy reports noting and recording damage or differences
• Wraps, packs, and otherwise prepares goods for shipping or delivery
• Processes intra-district and United States mail
• Performs inspections and maintains records of preventive maintenance on warehouse equipment and trucks as needed
• Maintains a variety of warehouse and delivery related records
• Operates a variety of warehouse equipment, including scales, postage meter, forklift, pallet jack, and hand truck
• Participates in warehouse inventory reviews and in maintaining inventory control procedures, assembles items as necessary
• Performs related duties as assigned

JOB REQUIREMENTS – QUALIFICATIONS

Skill to:

• Safely and legally operate a truck or delivery van
• Operate a manual forklift, electric forklift, pallet jack and other related warehouse equipment
• Operate a handcart, mail machine, postal scale, calculator and computer

Knowledge of:

• Methods and procedures pertaining to receiving, processing, storing, and distribution of a variety of supplies, materials, equipment, and mail
• Simple record management procedures
• Vehicle service and maintenance requirements
• Safe working and vehicle operational practices

Ability to:

• Effectively operate a delivery vehicle and participate in a receiving, storage, and distribution operation
• Perform routine clerical tasks
• Perform moderately heavy manual tasks
• Establish and maintain positive and effective working relationships
• Work courteously and tactfully with co-workers, public and parents
• Promotes team building and a positive work environment
• Adapt easily to work assignments, additional priorities and new procedures
• Receive constructive criticism and modify work appropriately
• Prioritize and identify needs and solve problems independently as appropriate
• Suggest procedural improvements to superior as appropriate
• Skillfully handle difficult situations using good judgment
• Maintain high level of professionalism in keeping the needs of customers a top priority
• Understand and carry out oral and written directions

EXPERIENCE AND EDUCATION REQUIREMENT

Experience: Six months experience operating a mid-size delivery vehicle and performing warehouse receiving and storage functions.

Education: Equivalent to graduation from high school.

LICENSE AND/OR CERTIFICATE REQUIREMENT

• A valid California Class C driver's license

CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT

• Must successfully complete an Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) Forklift Operator course within six (6) months of employment. Training will be provided by the District
• Insurability by the District's liability insurance carrier
• Employees in this classification are subject to random drug testing as prescribed by Federal law

*Please note: DUI's and other diving infractions within the last ten (10) years will appear on your record and may disqualify you from moving forward in the selection process.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

• Will be expected to perform heavy work, which involves lifting no more than 100 pounds at a time with frequent lifting or carrying of objects weighing up to 50 pounds. If someone can do heavy work, we determine that he or she can also do medium, light, and sedentary work. (Per the Code of Federal Regulations - Section 404.1567 "Physical Exertion Requirements")
• Walking and standing for extended periods of time
• Climbing ladders and stairs
• Dexterity of hands and fingers to operate tools and equipment

Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable a person with a disability to perform the essential functions of the job.

BENEFITS

• Permanent employees will receive paid holidays, sick leave, vacation and longevity benefits per contract or Commission Rules.
• The District offers a comprehensive package of insurance benefits.
• Employees working less than full-time, but a minimum of four hours will contribute an amount proportionate to the number of assigned work hours for major medical insurance benefits.
• The District does not offer a package of insurance benefits to employees working less than four hours per day.
• The District provides life insurance for employees who work a minimum of 3 hours.
• In addition, the District offers a retirement plan which uses joint employee and employer contributions.

ACCOMMODATIONS

Individuals with legally defined disabilities may request reasonable accommodation in the examination process. To make this request; please contact the Division of Human Resources at the time the application is submitted. Candidates may be required to provide documentation supporting the need for the accommodation.

VETERAN PREFERENCE (for entry-level positions only)

Veterans who have been honorably discharged after 30 days or more of service during time of war or national emergency will receive an additional 5 points which will be added to the passing score. Disabled veterans receive 10 points. Any applicant who claims veteran’s credit must submit DD Form 214 at the time the employment application is submitted. Failure to submit DD Form 214 at the time of application shall result in no veteran’s credits being considered or added to any passing score.

PRIOR TO EMPLOYMENT THE FOLLOWING MUST BE COMPLETED:

Per Board Policy 4112.4/4212.4/4312.4, the cost of pre-employment examinations shall be paid by the applicant.

Certificate Renewal: For positions requiring a valid First Aid and/or CPR certification, candidates must maintain a current status through their date of hire. If the certification expires prior to the start of the assignment, the candidate is responsible for renewing it before their first day. Throughout employment, it is the employee’s responsibility to maintain any required certification and ensure that it remains current and valid.

Fingerprinting: Employees will be charged for processing their fingerprints at the time they are hired. The fingerprints are used to complete a confidential background investigation. All candidates with a record of convictions must indicate such on the confidential data form, which is attached to the job application. A record of conviction will not automatically disqualify an applicant from employment, but failure to list all convictions may result in disqualification or dismissal.

Physical Examination: Newly hired employees must pass a qualifying Medical examination given by a District-appointed physician, which includes testing for illegal controlled substances.

Tuberculosis Exam: Newly hired employees must submit a Mantoux Skin screening and certificate of completion within the past 60 days that indicates freedom from active tuberculosis.

Immigration Reform and Control Act Of 1986: An Eligibility Verification Form (I-9) will be required along with the supporting documents listed on the I-9 form.

We are an equal opportunity and non-discriminatory employer as mandated by Section 504 of the Office of Civil Rights.