Warehouse Technician

IMPORTANT NOTICE: Arlington County requires all applicants to thoroughly complete each section of the application, including prior job responsibilities, duties, and supplemental questions. While you may attach a resume, it will not replace a completed application. Incomplete applications will not be considered.

The Equipment Bureau of Arlington County's Department of Environmental Services (DES) is seeking a Warehouse Technician to join our team!

The Equipment Bureau maintains all County and Arlington Public Schools vehicular equipment across six automotive repair sections: Light Equipment Repairs, School Bus Repairs, Fire & Engineering Equipment Repairs, Heavy Truck Repairs, Evening Light Vehicle Maintenance, and Evening Heavy Truck Maintenance.

The selected candidate will be an integral member of a team responsible for maintaining manual and automated inventory systems within the warehouse.  Key responsibilities include coordinating the ordering, receiving, and distribution of parts and materials including ensuring the safe and efficient storage and maintenance of warehouse item inventory.

Major Job Duties:  
●    Receiving, distributing, and recording of parts and materials requested by technicians;
●    Researching and responding to inquiries related to warehouse inventory levels;
●    Using an Asset Management System (AMS) to build, download and manage warehouse inventory data reports; 
●    Using Microsoft Office Word to create correspondence and/or reports;
●    Tracking purchasing requests for promptness and accuracy;
●    Maintaining security of warehouse assets and cleanliness/organization of warehouse;
●    Coordinating receipt, storage and customer notification of materials and equipment delivered to the warehouse;
●    Assisting with the loading and unloading of warehouse supplies with forklift;
●    Reviewing financial documents and packing slips for accuracy regarding warehouse invoices; and
●    Performing other job-related duties as assigned.

The ideal candidate will have:

• An automotive industry background paired with proven experience leading the work of others;
• Ability to communicate effectively across shop supervisors, customers, and vendors; and
• Demonstrated experience balancing competing priorities across multiple shops and responding to seasonal and emergency demands.
   

Minimum Qualifications:

• Less than that required for completion of the requirements for graduation from a standard senior high school or obtaining a GED certificate; and
• Some experience related to warehouse operations: including receiving, storing, issuing, and buying supplies/tools, materials, parts and equipment and maintaining the associated records systems.

Desirable Qualifications: Preference may be given to applicants with experience in one or more of the following:

• Purchasing or warehouse management experience in an automotive or large car dealership environment;
• Handling of purchases or inventory of a variety of parts and equipment from small engine to heavy truck or heavy duty parts;
• Interacting with vendors for availability and requests for parts and/or equipment;
• Using Asset Management Systems, digital inventory supplies, or automated financial systems; and/or
• Operating a forklift in a warehouse environment and/or possession of forklift certificate.

Special Requirements

• Background Check: A pre-employment criminal records check will be conducted. It will include checks of the following: criminal record, driving record, education, professional licensure, and credit history. You will be required to sign a release authorizing the County to obtain your background information.
• Driver's License: Applicant must possess, or obtain by time of appointment, a valid driver’s license, and must provide or authorize Arlington County to obtain a copy of official driving record. Any offer of employment may be contingent upon favorable review of the applicant’s driving record.
• Resume Requirement: A complete application includes a resume. Please attach your resume to the application and verify that the details of your application provide further evidence of your experience and qualifications as displayed on your resume.
• Work Environment - Includes exposure to drafts, noise, dust, grease, dirt, high heat, and chemicals; hazards such as proximity to moving mechanical parts and vehicles and to electrical current; work on scaffolding and high places; and extended periods of sitting, bending, and lifting light to very heavy objects and equipment weighing up to 50 pounds. The employee in this position performs duties in all weather-related situations.

Please complete each section of the application including the supplemental questions. Your responses to the supplemental questions are required because they provide us with specific information necessary to evaluate your qualifications for this position. These responses are considered part of the selection process. A resume may be attached; however, it will not substitute for a completed application. Incomplete applications will not be considered. Please do not write "see resume" as a response to the questions. In accordance with § 19.2-392.15, applicants are not required to provide information regarding sealed arrests, charges, or convictions in response to any questions or inquiries during the hiring process.
Additional Information
Work hours: Day Shift, 6:00a.m. to 2:30p.m., or Night Shift, 2:15p.m. to 10:45p.m., Monday through Friday.  This position may require being available for call-back in emergency situations.
Work Schedule: This position is classified as emergency essential. Selected candidate must be available for callback in emergency situations, including during snow removal season.

This position is eligible for County government employee benefits that include health, dental, vacation and sick leave, commuter transportation subsidies, tuition reimbursement, as well as a generous retirement plan.

For more information on Arlington's generous benefits and retirement plan, click here.

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