Warehouse Technician

Pye-Barker Fire & Safety; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 36,000 - 48,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Excellent pay

Medical, dental, vision

Company paid life insurance

Company paid short-term disability

401K with employer match

Paid vacation and company holidays

Training and Career Development

Company vehicle (if job applicable)

ALL In Ownership Plan for eligible FT

Job summary

Pye-Barker Fire & Safety is seeking a Warehouse Technician in Houston to manage stock, order replenishments, and fleet-related duties. You will keep detailed inventory records, run reports, and coordinate with vendors to ensure timely deliveries.

The role requires 2+ years in a warehouse setting, basic inventory control knowledge, and strong organizational skills. Forklift certification is preferred. This position offers growth, benefits, and a team-focused environment.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• 2+ years of experience in a warehouse setting.
• Basic understanding of inventory control procedures.
• Basic mechanic skills; ability to perform maintenance and non-routine repairs.
• Experience with computerized inventory systems preferred, but not required.
• Forklift operator certification preferred, but not required.
• Excellent communication skills.
• Proficient keyboarding skills.
• Extremely organized and able to work with minimum supervision.
• Ability to perform basic math calculations.

Responsibilities

• Maintain consistent stock of inventory, ordering new stock up to pre-authorized limit as inventory dwindles.
• Assess inventory reports and order patterns to identify items in need of automatic, recurring delivery.
• Provide inventory reports to the purchasing and inventory control manager(s).
• Develop and maintain good working relationships with vendors.
• Maintain accurate, daily records of goods received and shipments made.
• Manage and maintain inventory system; facilitate upgrades to related database and/or software under the direction of the purchasing or inventory control manager.
• Conduct frequent spot and partial audits of physical inventory.
• Assist with periodic (at least annual) physical inventory audits.
• Operate a forklift when necessary (with proper certification).
• Work with the fleet management team to procure, maintain and repurpose fleet vehicles.
• Coordinate with the insurance specialist(s) to take care of fleet damages.
• All data entry of monthly fleet expenses.
• Available to assist drivers with vehicle needs 24/7.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Inventory management

Attention to detail

Communication skills

Organizational skills

Basic math

Computer literacy

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

2+ years in warehouse setting

Tools

Inventory software

Job description

Make a difference, protect lives, and achieve your dreams. Build your career with the industry-leading fire, life safety and security company.

The Warehouse Technician will maintain the branch’s inventory, purchase records, ordering and delivery. In addition, they will work with branch management on fleet operations including reporting, maintaining spreadsheets, minor maintenance and non-routine repairs.

Essential Duties & Responsibilities

• Maintain consistent stock of inventory, ordering new stock up to pre-authorized limit as inventory dwindles.
• Assess inventory reports and order patterns to identify items in need of automatic, recurring delivery.
• Provide inventory reports to the purchasing and inventory control manager(s).
• Develop and maintain good working relationships with vendors.
• Maintain accurate, daily records of goods received and shipments made.
• Manage and maintain inventory system; facilitate upgrades to related database and/or software under the direction of the purchasing or inventory control manager.
• Conduct frequent spot and partial audits of physical inventory.
• Assist with periodic (at least annual) physical inventory audits.
• Operate a forklift when necessary (with proper certification).
• Work with the fleet management team to procure, maintain and repurpose fleet vehicles.
• Coordinate with the insurance specialist(s) to take care of fleet damages.
• All data entry of monthly fleet expenses.
• Available to assist drivers with vehicle needs 24/7.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Education & Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• 2+ years of experience in a warehouse setting.
• Basic understanding of inventory control procedures.
• Basic mechanic skills, ability to perform maintenance and non-routine repairs.
• Experience with computerized inventory systems preferred, but not required.
• Forklift operator certification preferred, but not required.
• Excellent communication skills.
• Proficient keyboarding skills.
• Extremely organized and able to work with minimum supervision.
• Ability to perform basic math calculations.

Other Duties

• Adheres to the Code of Conduct, Confidentiality Agreement, and Company Safety Policy.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Physical Requirements

• Prolonged periods sitting at a desk and working on a computer.
• Must be able to lift up to 40 pounds at times.
• Must be able to navigate warehouse and reach items both high and low.

Benefits And Perks

• Excellent pay
• Medical, dental, vision
• Company paid life insurance
• Company paid short-term disability
• 401K with employer match
• Paid vacation and company holidays
• Training and Career Development
• Company vehicle (if job applicable)
• Immediate qualification for the ALL In Ownership Plan for all eligible full-time employees

Our Commitment

Pye-Barker is built on four core values – customer-bias, trust, respect, and commitment – that serve as the north star for how we conduct business within our community and across our branches. As a group, we promise to do what’s right by our customers, community, and one another, each and every day.

Our EEO Statement

Pye-Barker Fire & Safety is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All applicants will be considered for employment without regard to race, color, creed, religion, national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, age, sex, gender, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, genetic information, disability, military service and veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.