Warehouse Materials Technician (Temporary)

Colorado Springs Utilities; Colorado Springs (CO); On-site; USD 23,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

Colorado Springs Utilities is seeking a Temporary Warehouse Materials Technician to join our Materials Management team. This temporary role supports special projects and may involve work at multiple sites.

You will issue parts, ship/receive materials, perform cycle counts, process paperwork, maintain stock levels, inspect shipments, organize layouts, and deliver equipment to various buildings and sites. Driving to multiple warehouses and standing in weather are required; forklift experience is

Qualifications

• Experience with operating a forklift; current forklift certification valued.
• Knowledge of warehousing procedures and inventory control.
• Experience with computer hardware and software applications.
• Ability to effectively exchange information with others.

Responsibilities

• Issue parts and tools to personnel.
• Ship and receive parts, tools, and materials.
• Perform inventory cycle counts.
• Process paperwork for receiving/issuing stock items.
• Maintain adequate supply levels of parts and materials.
• Perform inspections on shipments received.
• Organize warehouse layouts.
• Deliver equipment, materials, and supplies to various buildings and work sites.
• Support Procurement Associate or staff to resolve receipt and payment issues.

Skills

Forklift operation

Warehousing procedures

Inventory control

Material management

Computer literacy

Communication skills

Tools

Forklift certification

Job description

Warehouse Materials Technician (Temporary)

***This is a "temporary" position to support special projects that do not exceed 24 months. If hired, you will be considered an at-will, full-time, non-exempt employee.

We are seeking a Temporary Warehouse Materials Technician to join our Materials Management team! In this job, you will work at one of our seven (7) warehouses, where you will execute various standard warehousing procedures to support the warehouse and materials areas and provide necessary materials to different locations, groups, and individuals.

How Will You Make an Impact?

• Issuing parts and tools to personnel
• Shipping and receiving parts, tools, and materials
• Performing inventory cycle counts
• Processing paperwork for receiving/issuing stock items
• Maintaining adequate supply levels of parts and materials
• Performing inspections on shipments received
• Organizing warehouse layouts
• Delivering equipment, materials, and supplies to various buildings and work sites
• Supporting, at times, the Procurement Associate or assigned staff to resolve receipt and payment issues

*Please note that work hours for this position are 7:00 am to 3:30 pm and stand-by work is required on a rotational basis. We are considered essential personnel and are required to work in all weather conditions. Your job duties may be performed at any of our seven warehouses, and the location will be determined based on business necessity/operational needs. A valid, unrestricted driver's license is also required for this position, as you will be traveling to multiple sites to perform your duties.

Who You Are...

• Experience with operating a forklift; a Current Company Forklift certification is valued
• Knowledge of warehousing procedures and previous warehouse experience is preferred
• Knowledge of inventory control and material management techniques
• Experience with computer hardware and software applications
• Ability to effectively exchange or convey information to others in a way that ensures understanding

The military job codes/duty codes most closely related to this role are: 92A, 92Y, 92Z, 2S031, 2S032, 2S051, 2S052, 2S071, 2S072, 2S091, 2S0X1, 2S0X2, LS, 401, 402, 6601

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS/WORKING CONDITIONS:

• Exerts 20-50 lbs. of force occasionally, and/or 10-25 lbs. of force frequently, and/or up to 10 lbs. of force constantly to move objects. Physical Demand requirements exceed those for Light Work.
• Positions in this class typically require reaching, standing, walking, grasping, talking, hearing, seeing, and repetitive motions.

Our Commitment to Our Employees…
Our people are the heart and soul of Colorado Springs Utilities. They keep the lights on, gas flowing, water coming in, and wastewater leaving. We don't just say people are important – we prove it! That’s why we are honored to invest in protecting the health and financial security of our employees and their families through our rich benefits program.

Time Off to Recharge

• Vacation – Start with 13 days annually, increasing to 24 days with tenure
• Paid Holidays –12 paid holidays per year
• Sick Leave – 12 days per year for personal or family health needs
• Vacation Buy – Option to purchase up to 40 additional hours annually

Health & Wellness – Benefits elected are effective the first of the following month

• Medical Plans: Three comprehensive options, including a $0 premium High-Deductible Health Plan (HDHP) with Health Savings Account (HSA) eligibility
• Zero Health: Access to hundreds of medical services at no cost
• Dental & Vision: Two dental plans and one vision plan
• Family Building-Benefits: Support for fertility, preservation, adoption, and surrogacy
• Wellness Program: A voluntary program that rewards you for prioritizing self-care! If you're enrolled in a our medical plan, you and your spouse can earn up to $600 in HRA or HSA contributions by completing healthy activities
• Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA): Pre-tax contributions for healthcare and dependent care expenses
• Health Savings Account (HSA): Available with HDHP
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP): Confidential support for mental health, stress, legal, financial, and work-life balance

Financial & Retirement Security

• Pension Plan: Colorado PERA provides retirement benefits and peace of mind
• Supplemental Retirement Plans: PERAPlus 401(k), MissionSquare Roth IRA, and 457 plans
• Disability Coverage: Short-Term and Long-Term Disability insurance available
• Life Insurance: Employer-paid coverage with optional supplemental plans