CITY OF ATHENS

JOB POSTING--- INTERNAL/EXTERNAL

FINANCE DEPARTMENT--UTILITIES

Posting Date: 1/27/2012 Closing Date for Applications: 2/10/2012

Position: Warehouse Clerk Department: Finance/Utilities

Classification: Grade 6, Classified, Non-exempt Salary Range: $12.54--$16.77/hr

Job Summary: Performs shipping and receiving and inventory control functions for Electric, Gas, and Water Services. Functions include ordering and receiving equipment, parts, and supplies, storing materials, inventory control requisitioning, and shipping materials back to the vendor. Responsibility includes both inside and outside storage areas. Requisitions and stores a wide variety of materials, equipment and supplies in the warehouse and outside storage areas. Retrieves materials to fill work orders and enters the data concerning issue materials into the inventory control database timely. Uses computer inventory control system to receive and requisition materials into the inventory control module. Post receiving reports and requisitions to inventory database by department; reviews entries for accuracy. Reads engineering blueprints to determine how to breakdown work orders into individual parts needed. Delivers materials to job sites. Picks up materials from supply vendors. Operates a forklift to load and unload materials. Verifies quantities and types of material received. Insures trucks that unload at the warehouse follow all trailer safety rules. Counts quantities of existing inventory items. Maintains storage systems safely. Sells scrap and obsolete materials. Utilizes computer Inventory Control System to issue purchase orders, to receive and requisition and catalog material and equipment. Employee must exercise a high degree of initiative, independent judgment, and discretion to handle job functions.

Job Requirements include, but are not limited to the following:

Educational Requirements, Licenses, and Certifications – High School Diploma. Alabama Drivers License. Safe driving record. Class B CDL or the ability to obtain. Forklift Driver’s Training Certification.

Work Experience and Related Job Knowledge -- Strong knowledge of inventory control and warehouse policies, procedures, and operations. General knowledge of accounting procedures and principles. Knowledge of Alabama Bid Law and Ethics Laws. Must have an excellent knowledge of all gas, electric, and water services operations, materials, and supplies. Must be able to break down work orders into the variety and quantities of materials needed.

Communication, Interpersonal, and Supervisory Skills –Strong verbal and written communication skills. Strong interpersonal skills.

Physical Requirements &General Abilities – Ability to perform all essential job functions. Ability to see well enough to read written instructions. Ability to hear well enough to understand normal conversation. Ability to speak well enough to converse with staff and the general public. Body movement or mobility to complete job duties. Strength to lift and transport heavy supplies and equipment. Ability to work overtime as needed.

City Application Required. Apply at Human Resources, City Municipal Offices, located 1806 Wilkinson Street in Athens Utilities Building, Athens. Inquiries: 256-233-8737. www.athensal.us.

The City of Athens is an Equal Opportunity Employer and complies with all facets of the Americans with Disabilities Act. All reasonable accommodations will be considered for qualified applicants. The City is a drug-free workplace. Pre-employment drug screen and physical required. The City of Athens does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, sex, national origin, religion, age or disability in employment or the provision of services, programs, or activities.