Warehouse Technician - Seasonal

Metropolitan Ministries Inc; Tampa (FL); On-site; USD 19,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

Metropolitan Ministries Inc invites applications for a hands-on Operations role supporting the Holiday Tent program in the Tampa Bay area. The role centers on inventory control, volunteer supervision, and logistics for daily operations during the holiday season.

Qualified applicants will have a high school diploma or GED, forklift certification, and a valid Florida driver’s license. The position requires physical stamina and the ability to work flexible hours, including weekends.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or GED required; forklift certification required; valid Florida driver’s license.
• Must be willing to be cross-trained and work across Operations.
• Ability to communicate effectively in English, both oral and written.

Responsibilities

• Inventory donated items and manage tent site setups.
• Oversee volunteers and provide instruction for assignments.
• Monitor food deliveries to tent locations in Tampa, Pasco, and Pinellas.
• Assist with lifting, offloading trucks, staging, and building within the Holiday Tent.
• Operate forklifts and pallet jacks to move materials safely.
• Create and break down infrastructure for the Holiday Tent; ensure organization.

Skills

English communication

Volunteer supervision

Cross-cultural awareness

Professional boundaries

Forklift operation

Education

High School diploma or GED

Forklift certification

Valid Florida Driver's license

Tools

Forklift

Pallet jack

Job description

Description

About Us:

• If you’re looking for an opportunity to transform the lives of poor and homeless men, women, and children in your community, we may have a job for you.
• Since 1972, Metropolitan Ministries has been providing life-changing solutions for those who are homeless and at risk of becoming homeless in Tampa Bay.
• We are a grassroots, donor, and volunteer-fueled community nonprofit. At Metropolitan Ministries, we serve families in Hillsborough, Pinellas, Pasco, Polk and Hernando counties with compassion, practical help, and a willingness to make a huge difference.

What we offer:

Salary: $17.00

Schedule: Monday - Saturday

Assignment: 10/5/2026 -1/15/2027

Job Functions:

This position is responsible for inventorying all donated items, set up and breakdown of tents sites, along with managing volunteers during distribution and non-distribution days.

Essential Responsibilities:

1. Monitor and Track quantity of weekly and bi-weekly food deliveries to the Tent locations in Tampa, Pasco and Pinellas campus.
2. Assist with lifting, offloading trucks, staging, and building within the Holiday Tent.
3. Operate forklifts and pallet jacks to move, organize, and store materials safely.
4. Organize, place, and set up supplies across tent sites, storage units, and campuses.
5. Work alongside the Logistics and Maintenance teams to create and later take down the infrastructure that makes the Holiday Tent possible.
6. Ensure items are organized, palletized, and stored correctly during transitions.
7. Build daily food boxes.
8. Supervise and manage volunteers within the tent. Provide instruction and guidance concerning assignments.
9. Secure tent and maintain cleanliness and organization of the facility grounds.
10. Pick up and break down cardboard boxes from Warehouse and Tent.
11. Support the team in other tasks as assigned. Support the Holiday Center, fund raising events as directed.

Requirements

Education and Experience:

High School diploma or GED completed; Must be able and certified to operate a forklift; Must possess a valid Florida Driver's license.

Skills Requirements:

Must be willing to be cross-trained and utilized throughout the Operations department. Must be able to communicate effectively in English, orally as well as in writing. Must demonstrate a heart for the ministry of serving poor and homeless families. The position requires a degree of maturity, sensitivity to issues of faith, cross cultural and diversity issues, and the social skill to handle job-related matters in a professional and diplomatic manner. Requires managerial skills and the ability to supervise both individual and group volunteers. Ability to maintain appropriate professional boundaries with clients, staff, and volunteers.

Physical Requirements:

Must be able to tolerate outdoor temperatures consistent with Florida climate and endure prolonged standing/walking/bending/stooping and stretching. Must be able to relocate materials in a safe and proper manner. Must be able to climb ladders and stairs regularly. Must be able to calculate mathematical equations as needed for inventory control. Must have adequate hearing and speaking ability as to take part in and provide sound oral communication and information. Must have the physical, emotional, and spiritual stamina to handle job-related issues and stress. Must be able to lift 50 lbs or more.

Other:

Must demonstrate legal authorization to work in the United States and pass applicable pre-employment background screening procedures. Must be able to work flexible schedules during the holiday season (October-December) and special events. Must be able to communicate effectively in English. Valid FL drivers license with a good driving record and insurance.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.

We are committed to creating a diverse and welcoming workplace that includes partners with diverse backgrounds and experiences. We believe that enables us to better meet our mission and values while serving individuals throughout our local communities. People of color, women, LGBTQIA+, Veterans and persons with disabilities are encouraged to apply.

Qualified applicants with criminal histories will be considered for employment in a manner consistent with all federal state and local ordinances.

Metropolitan Ministries is committed to offering reasonable accommodation to job applicants with disabilities. If you need assistance or an accommodation due to a disability, please contact us at 813-209-1083 or via email at [e-mail]