Electric Warehouseman

Primary Purpose of Job & Essential Duties/Responsibilities

Primary Purpose of Job

The primary purpose of this position is to (1) maintain the inventory needed for efficient and effective operations & maintenance of the electric utility system and (2) maintain and monitor the history and ledgers for all department-related construction, labor, materials, and equipment costs.

Under the direct supervision of the T&D System Manager, the employee works independently on assigned duties and responsibilities.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Plans, organizes, supervises, and coordinates the ordering, transporting, receiving, organizing, storing, and distribution of a large and varied inventory of equipment, supplies, or parts

• Plans and manages the maintenance of inventory and control records, such as computerized databases and periodic physical inventories

• Initiates purchase order requests to maintain inventory levels for regular operations

• Sources, locates, and initiates purchase order requests in emergencies

• Tracks, receives, and inspects incoming equipment, supplies, or parts for quality and quantity

• Issues and maintains master lock and key system for the department

• Cleans, organizes, and maintains warehouse and other material storage locations

• Monitoring and tracking high-cost inventory and easily pilfered items

• Conducts physical inventories and maintains accurate records of all department equipment and supplies

• Prepares and submits to Finance project cost information to bill for department provided electrical or utility service

• Maintains records of completed electrical utility construction and street lighting installations

• Establishes and maintains good working relationships with vendors and suppliers

• Performs other duties as assigned

Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities

Knowledge of:

• Modern storeroom and inventory procedures, filing systems, and computer equipment

• Governmental purchasing, preparation of contract documents, and bidding procedures

• Standard terminology used in engineering and construction industries

• Applicable standard grades and qualities of equipment, materials, parts, and supplies

• Municipal accounting principles, purchasing practices, and billing procedures

Skills in:

• Multi-tasking with strong attention to detail

• Organizing work areas in a logical and efficient manner

• Operating forklift and other material handling equipment

• Working with spreadsheets and data input

Ability to:

• Learn and understand types of equipment, materials, parts, and supplies used in an electric utility which are typically requisitioned, received, and stored

• Dealing with a variety of people calmly and professionally, even if difficult or upset

• Communicate well with others, both orally and in writing, using both technical and non-technical language

• Understand and follow oral and written policies, procedures and instructions

• Prepare and present accurate and reliable reports

• Use logical and creative thought processes to develop solutions according to written specifications and oral instructions

• Perform a wide variety of duties and responsibilities with accuracy and speed under the pressure of time-sensitive deadlines

• Successfully work as part of a collaborative team to accomplish Utility goals and objectives

• Quickly learn new skills and knowledge

Minimum Qualifications & Other Job Requirements/Expectations

Minimum Qualifications

• HS Diploma or GED;

and

• Some general experience in procurement, warehousing, or accounting;

or

• Experience working at an electric utility in a warehouse, procurement, or accounting position, electric utility experience in Sitka, preferred;

or

• Any equivalent combination of experience, education and training which provides the knowledge, skills, and abilities necessary to perform the work.

Other Job Requirements or Expectations

• Possession of a driver’s license issued by the State of Alaska

• Possession of a First Aid and CPR Certification

• Must be available and willing to be on 24-hours on-call when assigned and to respond to call-outs when needed and in emergency situations

• Employees are expected to wear right attire and Personal Protective Equipment (“PPE”) for safety purposes for the work assigned

Working Conditions & Physical Requirements

Working Conditions:

• Primarily works in warehouse but may be required to work in an office setting as needed.

• Frequently works in the CBS on-site outside storage yard as well as some remote locations with storage yards

Specific Physical Requirements:

• Operating office equipment requiring repetitive hand movement and fine coordination using a computer, keyboard, and small tools and parts

• Sitting at desk for periods of time while using a computer and performing other tasks

• Frequently lifting, carrying, pushing, or pulling up to 50 pounds with or without the assistance of proper equipment

• Frequently stooping, bending, kneeling, crouching, reaching, and twisting when handling inventory

General Physical Requirements:

• Sufficient clarity of speech and hearing or other communication capabilities which permits the employee to communicate well with vendors, suppliers and other employees

• Sufficient vision or other powers of observation which permits the employee to inspect materials and review documents in electronic or hardcopy form and to ensure safe work areas

• Sufficient manual dexterity which permits the employee to handle small tools and parts, operate a computer keyboard and stock a wide variety of inventory items

• Sufficient personal mobility and physical reflexes which permits the employee to lift, carry, push, or pull items, operate a forklift, stack pallets on vertical shelves, and perform the physical work inside and outside warehouse locations