United Spinal Association Jobs

Position Information

Functional TitleMaterials Handler II

Recruitment Category TypeStandard

Functional CategoryGeneral Services

GradeUH.11

FLSA StatusNon-Exempt

Requisition Number24-0309

Number of Vacancies1

Job LevelStaff

Job Code

Job Description Summary

Organization NameMaterials Management

Reports toSupervisor, Warehouse

Full or Part TimeFull Time

If Part Time how many hours per week

Regular or TemporaryRegular

Position End Date (if temporary)

Work Schedule

7:00 am to 3:30 pm

Position LocationHyattsville

Position Summary Information

General Summary

The Materials Handler II receives stock, issues materials, inputs data into the inventory system, investigates stock overages/shortages, and participates in inventory/cycle counts. Additionally, the Materials Handler II makes deliveries to various WSSC Water facilities and ensures safe operation and routine maintenance of power equipment used to handle materials.

Essential Functions

· Performs duties such as receiving stocking and issuing material and inputting data into the computer inventory system, investigating stock overages/shortages, participating in inventories and cycle counts, etc.

· Operates vehicles requiring a CDL , including a boom truck/flat bed making scheduled deliveries, loading and unloading materials as well as equipment

· Operates intermediate and heavy powered equipment used in materials handling, including front-end loaders to load or off-load earth, gravel, and other bulk materials, and forklifts used to load and unload material deliveries, including operation of any accessories that may be installed on equipment

· Adheres to WSSC Water safety regulations as established by OSHA and the state of Maryland

· Performs routine maintenance in cleaning, lubricating, and maintaining powered equipment such as lubricating fittings, inspecting transmission, cooling, engine, and hydraulic levels; and checks brakes, fuel, tires, air cleaners, etc., prior to operation

· Maintains warehouse store yard in a clean and orderly condition

· Assists in routine preventative maintenance on materials stored in the store yard

Other Functions

Performs other related duties, as assigned

Work Environment And Physical Demands

Industrial warehouse

Required Knowledge, Skills, And Abilities

· Good knowledge of the safe and efficient operation of one or more types of heavy motor equipment

· Good knowledge of general and preventative maintenance procedures of a variety of powered equipment

· Working knowledge of heavy equipment operating capabilities, lifting capabilities, and weights of common construction and maintenance materials

· Skill in eye, hand, and foot coordination

· Ability to adhere to OSHA and Maryland State safety regulations

· Ability to understand and follow verbal and written instructions, technical manuals, traffic regulations, and engineering drawings

Minimum Education, Experience Requirements

· High School diploma (or equivalent)

· 1+ years’ experience receiving stock & issuing materials, researching stock discrepancies, and performing inventory work

Additional Requirements

· Possession of a valid driver’s license with no more than 4 points and the ability to obtain a WSSC Water driver’s permit within 90 days of hire

· Possession of or ability to attain a valid Class B Commercial Driver’s License ( CDL ) within 6 months of hire

· Must successfully obtain a DOT medical card

· Employees in this position are designated or considered emergency personnel; therefore, the employee must report to work as scheduled or as directed by their supervisor when WSSC Water declares an event that requires emergency personnel to report to work

Preferences

Additional experience is helpful

Salary$20.14 - $34.25

Posting Detail Information

EEO Statement

AN EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

It is the policy of the Commission to select new employees and to promote current employees without regard to race, sexual orientation, sex, religion, national origin, marital status, or handicap. The Commission does not discriminate against qualified individuals with a disability and will make reasonable accommodation for any disability that does not result in undue hardship for the Commission.

Close Date07/03/2024

Open Until FilledNo

Special Instructions to Applicants

Additional Information

All applicants selected will be subject to drug screening and a background check/verification.

This is a Union position under a collective bargaining agreement represented by AFSCME Local 2898.

Supplemental Questions

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

• • Will you, now or in the future, require sponsorship for employment visa status?

• Yes

• No

• • Do you have a valid driver's license with no more than 4 points and with no restrictions (except eyeglasses/contact lenses)?

• Yes

• No

• Are you an eligible veteran of any branch of the armed forces who has received an honorable discharge or Certificate of Satisfactory Completion of Military Service, the spouse of an eligible veteran who has a service-connected disability or the surviving spouse of a deceased eligible veteran?

• Yes

• No

Applicant Documents

Required Documents

• Resume

Optional Documents