CITY OF LOVELAND, COLORADO
Loveland, CO, USA
Mar 13, 2024
Full Time
Our Warehouse Worker facilitates shipping, receiving, inspecting, storage, issuing, staging and distribution of City of Loveland inventory and non-inventory materials. The majority of the inventoried materials are utility specific: power, water, wastewater and broadband: supporting the City’s utilities is the primary function. The salary range for this position is $18.38- $24.81 per hour with a hiring range of $18.38 - $21.60, depending on qualifications and experience. This opportunity will be available until Wednesday, March 27, 2024 12:00 P.M. M.S.T. Please include a Resume and Cover Letter with your application. The Utility Warehouse is in search of a dedicated Warehouse Worker to join our dynamic team. This individual will facilitate day to day materials management of the Warehouse, including maintaining an inventory of 1300+ materials and yard storage. The ideal candidate will thrive in a busy and dynamic environment, has exceptional organizational skills and attention to detail, is comfortable with inventory control methods, computer programs, knowledgeable about electric utility materials, and has a passion for learning about Water, Wastewater, Electric, and Broadband infrastructure. Our Warehouse staff must be a collaborative and comfortable interacting daily with engineers, operations crews, vendors, contractors and the City of Loveland purchasing department. Each day brings new challenges and an opportunity to contribute to a growing community! Please view our video Working at Loveland to learn more about our exceptional Loveland community and the benefits of working for the City. ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS: Replenish inventories by receiving stock materials from vendors, unload delivery trucks, inspect shipments for damage and accuracy based on order. Process receiving documents, including updating purchasing/inventory system. Label stock material with correct stock number and store in the warehouse or storage yard. Unload, inspect, organize, tag and complete all documentation for electric utility cable, transformers and switchgears. Unload, inspect, and organize concrete products, i.e. transformer pads and street light foundations. Issue materials by picking and staging warehouse material for utility crews. Load/unload large reels of cable for electric line crews. Utilize web-based P/I system for stock material analysis, data entry and documentation updates or uploads with knowledge and understanding of account structure. Issue, return and credit inventory transactions using the web-based P/I system by ensuring account, work order and project numbers are correct and valid. Provide receiving services for non-stock materials delivered to the warehouse. These services include unloading delivery vehicles, inspecting shipments, processing receiving reports and notifying originators. Distribute stock and non-stock material by picking, loading onto trucks and delivering to specified locations. Communicate with Utility Purchasing staff regarding new inventory items or changes to existing inventory items. Maintain electronic files to track information specific to cable inventory. Provide all City staff accurate and timely information regarding all stock and non-stock materials. Perform cycle and spot inventory counts throughout the year to verify accurate inventory levels. Research/resolve inventory discrepancies and make corrections by collaborating with involved utility divisions, specifically Distribution Designers, Electric Line Crews, Purchasing, Fiber and other staff. Safely operate, maintain, and fill out daily inspection sheets for the forklift to load, unload, and transport materials. Prepare shipments, maintain shipping records, and send appropriate documentation to accounting for all material sent through shipping carriers. Maintain a recycling program of the City’s street light bulbs as well as scrap metals such as conductor, aluminum, copper, steel, and iron requiring adherence to all safety standards. Maintain and promote a safe work environment, identify unsafe or hazardous situations and take corrective measures during all phases of shipping, receiving and warehouse work. Complete and document monthly safety inspection of the warehouse. Maintain a current Safety Data Sheet (SDS) system in compliance with the Globally Harmonized System (GHS). Compliance of the SPCC plan when unloading hazmat materials, recycling and shipping materials including bulbs and transformers. Use math skills to convert conductor weight to footage. OTHER JOB FUNCTIONS: Deliver tools, equipment, and materials to crews in the field as needed. Maintain a rubber goods testing program that cleans, tests, and inventories the electric operations insulated safety equipment and devices. Assist Public Works with unloading of road marking paint, car wash soap containers, and traffic poles/arms that may be up to 50 feet long. Assist Fleet Management and Tech Services with unloading of pumps, motors, and other miscellaneous equipment. Disposal of obsolete City assets by online auction, donations or recycling methods. Perform general cleanup of the warehouse and storage yard. Must adhere to strict environmental policies. Monitor compliance of the SPCC plan through measurements of precipitation events, document if any oil discharge from transformers occurs, and then drain water contained within the transformer storage area. Perform regular maintenance on battery-operated lifts. Fulfill other duties as assigned. JOB QUALIFICATIONS Knowledge, skills and abilities : Working knowledge of computers. Possess strong customer service skills, accurate data entry and detail oriented skills. General knowledge of utility materials, tools and equipment. Must know and be able to follow strict safety practices and procedures. Ability to accurately file and retain various records. Must possess math skills applicable to City of Loveland Warehouse Worker job requirements, including calculations involving decimals. Job specific competencies : Job Knowledge, Record Keeping, Organizational Skills, Initiative, Regulatory Compliance, Attention to Detail Education and/or experience : High School or GED required Minimum one (1) year utility or warehouse experience is required, with three (3) years preferred. Experience with electric distribution materials is highly preferred. Licensure and/or certifications : Certification as a forklift operator or ability to obtain certification, or recertification, within one (1) month of hire date. Certified in CPR and First Aid or ability to obtain within six (6) months of hire date. Must possess a valid Driver's License. Must comply with all City of Loveland required training, such as HazMat loading/unloading, Safety Data Sheet (SDS) and FEMA/NIMS as needed. Material and equipment directly used : Telephone Personal computer, printer, calculator, photocopier Industrial scale, ladder, forklift Vidmar storage system Manual and motorized pallet jacks Battery-powered pallet stacker Hand tools Pickup truck Working conditions and physical requirements : Work is performed inside a warehouse and outside in a storage yard. The work inside the warehouse may require some bending, kneeling, reaching, climbing, moving and positioning objects up to 50 pounds occasionally, and/or up to 40 pounds frequently. The outside work involves all types of weather conditions and may be inclement. Occasional overtime and/or call back. This job description is not designed to contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee. Reasonable accommodations will be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. City of Loveland job descriptions are designed to describe the general nature and level of work necessary to perform well in the job; they are not intended to provide an exhaustive list of responsibilities, skills, and qualifications. City of Loveland job descriptions may be updated periodically, and additional activities, duties or responsibilities may be assigned by management as deemed appropriate. With over 300 days of sunshine, and just 30 miles from Rocky Mountain National Park in the heart of northern Colorado, Loveland is an ideal community for anyone to call home. Known as the Sweetheart City, this vibrant cultural hub is home to nearly 500 sculptures and public art installations, the world-famous Valentine Remail Program, and picturesque views of the Rocky Mountains. The community is bustling with a thriving arts, brewery, foodie and shopping scene. Enjoy headliner concert and theatre productions, professional hockey events, endless community recreation and open space opportunities, art and sculpture shows, and several local festivals. Loveland also boasts an award-winning golf course and an inclusive library and community center. Loveland, Colorado has EVERYTHING YOU LOVE! In 2020, Loveland was the only Colorado City to win the Governor’s Award for Downtown Excellence, is the top residential recycling City in the state for 4 consecutive years and has been ranked as one of the top places to live, work and raise a family in the U.S. and as one of the Most Idyllic Picturesque towns in America. Apply today to join more than 800 employees who work to meet the core values of: Accountability & Integrity, Transparency & Honoring the Public Trust, Collaboration, Innovation, Safety, Excellent Service with Courtesy and Kindness. The City of Loveland is a diverse and welcoming community organization and our employees enjoy a competitive benefits program, various opportunities for growth and development, and an exceptional work-life balance. A vibrant community, surrounded by natural beauty, where you belong! Benefit Eligible Benefits Package Includes: Two (2) medical plans, Dental, Vision (for self/ spouse/ children) Exclusive, Dedicated Employee Health & Wellness Center (self/family) Paid vacation, holidays, and medical leave Flexible spending including Dependent Care Life Insurance, AD&D, Short-term and Long-term disability, and voluntary Critical Illness Coverage Retirement 401a, 457, Roth (pre-& post tax) and company match Comprehensive Employee Assistance Program Voluntary 529 College Invest program Tuition Reimbursement Personal and Professional Development opportunities Discounted recreation passes Employee recognition program Exceptional work-life balance Market based pay & regular performance reviews The City of Loveland provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, genetic information, age, or any other status protected under federal, state, and/or local law. The City of Loveland participates in E-Verify. In accordance with E-Verify requirements, upon your date of hire the City of Loveland will provide the federal government with your Form I-9 information to confirm that you are authorized to work in the U.S. E-Verify Notice of Participation . Learn more about your right to work . Visit E-Verify.gov for more information. Employment offers will be conditional on the successful completion of a driving record and criminal history background check.