Warehouse Worker I-II (Regional Wastewater Facility)

Job Description

Our diverse and inclusive workforce of more than 7,000 employees play a key role in the success of San José, the heart of the Silicon Valley. All City of San José employees work together as one team to make San José a vibrant, innovative, and desirable place to live and work. Visit here to learn more about our One Team Leadership Values and Expectations, including quality and excellent customer service and here to learn more about San José.

The City of San José is an equal opportunity employer. Applicants for all job openings will be considered without regard to age, race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, disability, veteran status or any other consideration made unlawful under any federal, state or local laws. The City of San José is committed to offering reasonable accommodations to job applicants with disabilities. If you need assistance or an accommodation due to a disability, please contact us at 408-535-1285, 711 (TTY) , or via email at CityCareers@sanjoseca.gov .

About the Department

The City of San José's Environmental Services Department (ESD) is an award-winning department with a mission to deliver world-class utility services and programs to improve our health, environment and economy. The Department is a national leader in managing garbage and recycling services; watershed protection and pollution prevention; municipal drinking water and recycled water; sustainability initiatives; and the operation and infrastructure improvements of the San José-Santa Clara Regional Wastewater Facility. Together, ESD employees positively impact every resident and business in San José.

Our department is an exceptional place to start or grow your career. We have a supportive leadership team, numerous professional growth opportunities, and an inclusive workplace culture that is welcoming of your talents!

To learn more about ESD, follow @sjenvironment on X, Facebook and Instagram and San José Environmental Services on LinkedIn.

Position Duties

The Environmental Services Department (ESD) is currently recruiting for a full-time Warehouse Worker I/II. Reporting to the Warehouse Supervisor and receiving direction from the Senior Warehouse Worker, this position is located at the San José-Santa Clara Regional Wastewater Facility.

Typical duties include but are not limited to:

• Operating and using equipment such as trucks, forklifts, delivery trucks, vans, pallet-jacks, and similar equipment to move and warehouse stock items and various items held for term storage.
• Purchasing goods for Warehouse use, inventory or special orders for various departments using P-cards, Open Purchase Orders and Requisition Purchase Orders.
• Advises departments in identifying and specifying items for order via various avenues of research.
• Performs safety audits, hazardous material controls, etc. to ensure Warehouse compliance
• Performs other related tasks as determined by the needs of the Warehouse as required.

The Warehouse Worker I/II position is essential in ensuring that parts and equipment are ordered and stocked for the Facility as well as the efficient delivery of materials between the Facility, ESD divisions, and City Hall. The ESD Stores Warehouse hours of operation are between 6:30 am and 4:00 pm, Monday - Friday. Actual working schedule is to be determined.

The actual salary shall be determined by the final candidate’s qualifications and experience. The salary ranges below include an approximate five percent (5%) ongoing non-pensionable pay.

Salary ranges for this classification are:

• Warehouse Worker I - $63,510.72 - $77,357.28 annually
• Warehouse Worker II - $66,087.84 - $80,327.52 annually

To review the full class specification, please visit this link: https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/sanjoseca/classspecs/1555517

This recruitment may be used to fill multiple positions in this or other divisions or departments. If you are interested in employment in this classification, you should apply to ensure you are considered for additional opportunities that may utilize the applicants from this recruitment.

Minimum Qualifications

Education: Successful completion of high school, General Education Degree (GED), or California Proficiency Certificate.

Experience:

Warehouse Worker I: One (1) year of experience in performing shipping, receiving, delivery, issuing, and inventory control in a large warehouse facility similar to those of the City of San José.

Warehouse Worker II: Two (2) years performing shipping, receiving, issuing, computer inventory control and related warehouse duties in a large warehousing facility.

Required Licensing (such as driver’s license, certifications, etc.)
As a condition of employment in some designated positions, possession of a valid State of California Class A, B or C driver's license with applicable endorsements may be required.

Other Qualifications

Competencies

The ideal candidate will possess the following competencies, as demonstrated in past and current employment history. Desirable competencies for this position include:

Job Expertise
Demonstrates knowledge of and experience with applicable professional/technical principles and practices, Citywide and departmental procedures/policies and federal and state rules and regulations.

Communication Skills
Communicates effectively and responses (verbal/written) are timely, effective, positive and respectful manner.

Customer Service
Demonstrates the ability to anticipate customers' needs and deliver services effectively and efficiently in a timely, accurate, respectful and friendly manner.

Initiative
Exhibits resourceful behaviors toward meeting job objectives; anticipates problems, is proactive, and avoids difficulties by planning ahead.

Problem Solving
Approaches a situation or problem by defining the problem or issue; determines the significance of problem(s); collects information; uses logic and intuition to arrive at decisions or solutions to problems that achieve the desired outcome.

Multi-Tasking
Can handle multiple projects and responsibilities simultaneously; has handled a wide variety of assignments in past and/or current position(s).

Reliability
Completes quality work assignments in a timely and efficient manner; fulfills responsibilities and maintains confidentiality as appropriate.

Teamwork & Interpersonal Skills
Develops effective relationships with co-workers and supervisors by helping others accomplish tasks and using collaboration and conflict resolution skills.

Selection Process:

The selection process will consist of an evaluation of the applicant's training and experience based on the application and responses to all the job specific questions. You must answer all questions to be considered, or your application may be deemed incomplete and withheld from further consideration. Only those candidates whose backgrounds best match the position will be invited to proceed in the selection process. Additional phases of the selection process will consist of one or more interviews.

If you have questions about the duties of these positions, the selection or hiring processes, please contact Lisa Harding at lisa.harding@sanjoseca.gov.

Additional Information:

Employment Eligibility: Federal law requires all employees to provide verification of their eligibility to work in this country. Please be informed that the City of San Jose will NOT sponsor, represent or sign any documents related to visa applications/transfers for H1-B or any other type of visa which requires an employer application.

You must answer all job-specific questions to be considered for this vacancy or your application will be deemed incomplete and withheld from further consideration. Applicants are expected to write their own essays/responses.

Please note that applications are currently not accepted through CalOpps or any other third party job board application system.

This recruitment may be used to fill multiple positions in this, or other divisions or departments. If you are interested in employment in this classification, you should apply to ensure you are considered for additional opportunities that may utilize the applicants from this recruitment.

Please allow adequate time to complete the application and submit before the deadline or the system may not save your application. If your online application was successfully submitted, you will receive an automatic confirmation email to the email address you provided. IF YOU DO NOT RECEIVE THE CONFIRMATION, please email CityCareers@sanjoseca.gov and we will research the status of your application.

AI and the Hiring Process

We recognize that Artificial Intelligence (AI) is becoming part of daily life and can be a valuable tool for learning, research, and professional growth. We encourage candidates to use AI responsibly as a support in preparing application materials, live assessments, and interviews. However, we value authenticity, accuracy and truthfulness. Application responses and interview answers must reflect your own knowledge, skills, and experiences. While AI can supplement preparation, it cannot replace the originality and judgment we look for in our employees. This ensures fairness, transparency, and equity for all applicants in the hiring process.

The City of San Jose offers a wide range of core health benefits including Medical, Dental, Vision, Employee Assistance Program, Life Insurance, Disability, and Savings Plans. Please visit the City's benefits pagefor detailed information on coverage, cost, and dependent coverage.

For information on the City’s Retirement Plan(pension for full-time employees), please visit the Office of Retirement Services website. You will be able to view information based on different Sworn/Federated job classification.

In additional to the benefits above, there is an additional perks siteto explore further benefits of working for the City of San Jose like paid leave, educational reimbursements, and holiday pay are specific to the job classification and union membership.

Closing Date/Time: 10/7/2026 11:59 PM Pacific