Warehouse Technician

Washington Metropolitan Area Transit Authority; Reston (VA); On-site; USD 40,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

Washington Metropolitan Area Transit Authority (WMATA) is seeking a Warehouse Technician (CDL) to join our logistics team in Reston, VA. The role emphasizes safe materials handling, inventory control, and timely furniture and equipment deliveries across the authority.

The candidate should have a CDL Class B, at least 1 year in a warehouse setting, and proficiency with barcode data processing; Maximo/PeopleSoft experience is a plus.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• 1 year of warehouse/storeroom experience using inventory and materials management software; must have experience with barcode equipment and automated data processing systems.
• Commercial Driver's License Class B required.
• Experience with barcode equipment and automated data processing systems preferred.
• Experience with Maximo, Work Order, PeopleSoft, and Basis systems preferred.

Responsibilities

• Acts as custodian of designated facilities and storage locations; ensures custody and safekeeping of assets; coordinates deliveries and pickups.
• Receives and stores incoming merchandise and allocates assets for future deliveries.
• Operates an official WMATA non-revenue vehicle to pick up and deliver furniture, office equipment, and other items.
• Arranges for inspection of damaged goods by claims inspectors or shipping vendors for replacement or repair.
• Prepares, maintains files, records, and reports to support WMATA’s financial accounts.
• Operates material handling equipment such as forklifts and pallet jacks to ensure accountability.

Skills

Forklift operation

Inventory management

Communication skills

MS Excel/Word

Barcode scanning

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Maximo

Work Order

PeopleSoft

Basis systems

Job description

JOB DESCRIPTION

ORDER OF PREFERENCE

ORDER OF PREFERENCE : The selection for Administrative Clerical is made on the basis of fitness and ability with preference given to: Administrative Clerical District, System‑Wide (L689), Authority‑Wide and external candidates, respectively.

Marketing Statement

Join Our Team as a Warehouse Technician!

Are you a skilled driver with a CDL and a passion for logistics? We are seeking dedicated Warehouse Technician (CDL) to join our dynamic team. As a key player in our supply chain, you will ensure the seamless transportation of WMATA's materials, contributing to the success of our transit's operations and satisfaction of our customers. The ideal candidate will have excellent communication and organizational skills, and experience in warehouse operations.

The Warehouse Technician is responsible for efficient and effective materials handling work. The incumbent acts as custodian of various inventory items up to and including office furniture across the authority. The incumbent coordinates and performs general warehousing duties up to but not limited to pick up and deliveries, inventory control, general security and other duties.

Principal Job Duties

• Acts as custodian of designated facilities and storage location. Ensures the proper care and custody and safekeeping of Authority assets. Ensures furniture and asset deliveries and pickups are made according to schedule.
• Receives and stores incoming merchandise and stores it for future deliveries ensuring the appropriate allocation and flow of assets throughout the process.
• Operates an official WMATA non-revenue vehicle to pick up and deliver furniture, office equipment, salvable materials and other items.
• Arranges for inspection of damaged goods by claims inspectors or shipping vendors for replacement or repair.
• Prepares, establishes and maintains files, records, and reports that support WMATA’s financial account.
• Operates material handling equipment such as forklifts, electric pallet jacks in performance of duties to ensure financial accountability.

Other Duties

• Maintains and promotes awareness and accountability with safety policies and procedures while performing job functions. Promotes a positive safety culture and encourages reporting of safety concerns consistent with our Agency Safety Plan, other regulatory requirements within the Safety Management System and just culture principles.

The functions listed are not intended to limit specific duties and responsibilities of any particular position. Nor is it intended to limit in any way the right of managers and supervisors to assign, direct and control the work of employees under their supervision.

RESPONSIBILITIES

Knowledge

• Knowledge of the enterprise resource system of record for materials manage planning purposes associated with recording and receipt of delivery of items disposal of
• Knowledge of the receiving process that are associated with the transfer and items across the authority inventory
• Knowledge of warehouse management, storage and retrieval practices ensuring items are accurately recorded in the system and stored securely

Skills

• Skilled in operating pallet jacks, forklifts, and other material handling equipment
• Skilled in accurate inventory documentation and recoding to ensure that inventory items and records are accurately

Abilities

• Ability to accurately perform inventory counts
• Ability to operate non-revenue vehicles requiring a commercial driver's license (Class B)
• Ability to communicate effectively to people at all levels of the organization both orally and in writing
• Ability to safely operate material handling equipment

Machine, Tools, Equipment, Software, Hardware Required

• Pallet Jack
• Forklift
• Other materials handling equipment.

Supervisory Responsibility

Not responsible for supervising others.

QUALIFICATIONS

Minimum Education

• High school diploma or possession of a General Equivalency Diploma (GED)

Minimum Experience

• One (1) year of experience in warehouse and storeroom environment, using inventory and materials management software and Microsoft Excel and Word. Also, must have experience using barcode equipment and automated data process systems

Minimum Certification/Licensure

• Commercial Driver's License Class B

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with Maximo, Work Order, PeopleSoft, and Basis systems
• Experience with Key Performance Indicators

ABOUT US

The Washington Metropolitan Area Transit Authority (WMATA), known as Metro, is the region’s leading public transportation provider. Serving a 2,054-square-mile jurisdiction, Metro operates six rail lines, 98 stations, 126 bus routes, and Metro Access, a shared-ride paratransit service. As one of the nation’s busiest transit systems, Metro connects communities, supports economic growth, and provides safe, reliable transportation.

Evaluation Criteria

Consideration will be given to applicants whose resumes demonstrate the required education and experience. Applicants should include all relevant education and work experience.

Evaluation criteria may include one or more of the following:

• Skills and/or behavioral assessment
• Personal interview
• Verification of education and experience (including certifications and licenses)
• Criminal Background Check (a criminal conviction is not an automatic bar to employment)
• Medical examination including a drug and alcohol screening (for safety sensitive positions)
• Review of a current motor vehicle report

Closing

WMATA is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, status as a protected veteran, or any other status protected by applicable federal law.

This posting is an announcement of a vacant position under recruitment. It is not intended to replace the official job description. Job descriptions are available upon confirmation of an interview.