Regional Municipality of Wood Buffalo Looking for Warehouse Technician at Fort McMurray, AB Full Time

Requisition ID: 1088

Affiliation: CUPE Municipal

Position Type: Temporary Full Time

Fixed Term Duration: Approximately six (6) weeks

Number of Openings: 1

Bi-weekly Working Hours: 80 hours bi-weekly

Department/ Branch: Financial Services, Accounting Services

Job Location: Fort McMurray

Pay Level: PL7

Rate*: $ 40.04

COLA: Bi-Weekly – $480

Closing Date (dd/mm/yyyy): 07/08/2022

Posting Type: Internal and External

• All CUPE job rates are currently under review and are subject to change.

GENERAL DESCRIPTION:
Under general supervision in one of the municipality’s warehouses, the Warehouse Technician is responsible for various duties to ensure the inventory, organization, and control of the movement of materials, supplies, and other equipment for use by municipal departments.

RESPONSIBILITIES:
Receive and track inventory items and various materials/equipment including but not limited to parts, machinery, playground equipment, office supplies, furniture, and consumables.

Process inventory items for individual re-issue to municipal customers.

Transport supplies, equipment, and parts to various work locations as needed.

Operate and monitor the condition of the warehouse equipment and tools, which includes but is not limited to, skid steers, forklifts, palette jacks, chain cutters, and various hand tools.

Perform heavy lifting to offload trucks, stock shelves, deliver products, and break down skids.

Direct and control traffic in and out of warehouse and log all incoming and outgoing materials.

Maintain the parts room and supplies and monitoring stock levels for re-order or performing year end cycle counts.

Complete data entry, pick and process orders and maintain delivery logbook and stock requisitions; ensuring to keep accurate records of weigh bills, requisitions, invoices and purchase orders (POs).

Handle return shipments, damage claims, and incomplete POs.

Assist with sourcing out and generating new parts sales.

Follow up on vendor delivery receipts and vendor pickups of critical orders.

Ensure cleanliness and upkeep of the warehouse daily.

Provide customer service with carry-outs and answer enquiries in person and on phone.

Write inventory list requirements that are sent to vendors for quotes.

Verify packing slips against materials, composing monthly reports for, and checking POs electronically to

see where items need to be delivered.

Perform other related duties as required.

QUALIFICATIONS

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES:
High degree of attention to detail and accuracy.

Proficient knowledge of computer programs and systems (i.e. Windows, Microsoft Office, inventory control software, SAP).

Experience using computerized inventory systems or maintenance management software.

Ability to work in a fast-paced environment under tight deadlines and completing repetitive tasks.

Strong multitasking skills and the ability to manage a high volume of requests simultaneously.

Knowledge and proficiency in applicable occupational health and safety regulations and appropriate use of personal protective equipment.

Ability and willingness to acquire and maintain a valid forklift certification as required.

Proven customer service, communication, interpersonal, and time management skills.

Proficient reading skills and strong hand-eye coordination.

General math and numeracy skills.

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:
High School Diploma or GED equivalent is required.

Two (2) years of experience working in a parts, warehouse, or material management environment is required.

WHMIS, Transportation of Dangerous Goods (TDG), Forklift Certification and First Aid Certification are assets.

Experience in mechanics, equipment operations, and ERP information systems is an asset.

Training and experience related to warehouse operations and inventory control are assets.

OTHER REQUIREMENTS:
Ability to provide a Criminal Record Check for review and acceptance.

A valid Class five (5) Operator’s Licence is required as incumbent will be required to operate a personal or municipal vehicle for business use on a regular basis.

Must be medically and physically able to perform all duties of the position on an ongoing basis.

SAFETY:
As an employee of the Regional Municipality of Wood Buffalo, the incumbent is responsible for understanding and actively participating in the RMWB’s health and safety management system, including all policies, practices, procedures, as well as properly utilizing all control measures including the required use of personal protective equipment. All employees must take reasonable care to protect the health and safety of themselves and others, as well as immediately report any concerns, near misses, incidents, and hazardous conditions to their supervisor.

To apply: Please visit our website at jobs.rmwb.ca

Current employees must apply through the internal careers site.

We appreciate the interest of all applicants; however, only thos individuals

selected for interviews will be contacted. Late applications will not be accepted.