Inventory Technician I (School Nutrition Services)

Requirements

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform the essential job functions satisfactorily. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the primary job functions herein described. Since every duty associated with this position may not be described herein, employees may be required to perform duties not specifically spelled out in the job description, but which may be reasonably considered to be incidental in the performing of their duties just as though they were actually written out in this job description.

SCHOOL NUTRITION SERVICES (SNS) INVENTORY TECHNICIAN I/DRIVER - PART-TIME

Department: School Nutrition Services

Pay Grade: U106

FLSA Status: Non-Exempt

REPORTS TO: School Nutrition Warehouse Supervisor

GENERAL PURPOSE

The School Nutrition Inventory Technician /Driver supports the efficient operation of the school nutrition warehouse by assisting with inventory management, order fulfillment, and supply distribution to schools within the district. This position performs responsible semiskilled work in the operation of motorized equipment and the delivery of various materials and supplies. Work is performed under the direction of an assigned supervisor. The school nutrition inventory technician assists in the receiving, storing, rotating, issuing, and delivering of School Nutrition food, equipment, and supplies to district schools. (198 days/4.5 hours per day)

WORK ENVIRONMENT

• The work environment includes warehousing conditions of fluctuating temperatures: dry (38°F to 90°F), cooler (33°F to 41°F), and freezer (-20°F to 32°F) and working in sub-freezing temperatures for extended periods of time. The work environment also includes working outdoors while loading and unloading goods, exposing workers to atmospheric conditions.
• Extensive travel between school division buildings is required, exposing the employee to the hazards associated with travel by car.
• This is medium work requiring the exertion of 50 pounds of force occasionally, up to 20 pounds of force frequently, and up to 10 pounds of force constantly to move objects, and some heavy work requiring the exertion of 100 pounds of force occasionally, up to Fifty pounds of force, frequently up to 20 pounds, constantly to move objects.
• Work requires climbing, stooping, crouching, reaching, walking, pulling, lifting, grasping, and repetitive motions; vocal communication is required for expressing or exchanging ideas utilizing the spoken word and conveying detailed or important instructions to others accurately, loudly, or quickly; hearing is required to perceive information at normal spoken word levels, and to receive detailed information through oral communications and/or to make fine distinctions in sound; visual acuity is required for depth perception, night vision, peripheral vision, operation of machines, operation of motor vehicles or equipment, and observing general surroundings and activities.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS

• Operates large trucks varying in size and weight, lift gates, hand trucks, forklifts, manual and electric pallet jacks, and other essential tools.
• Receives, unloads, and inspects shipments to the warehouse for damage and conformity to purchase order specifications and packing slips; reports shortages, damaged goods, or other discrepancies.
• Shelves and stores items received in racks, coolers, or freezers as required
• Picks, pulls, and stages orders from the warehouse according to established procedures and loads them into vehicles for delivery to schools.
• Receives orders from schools and assembles necessary supplies.
• Conducts pre-trip inspections, performs routine vehicle maintenance (e.g., checks oil, fills with gas, etc.), makes minor repairs (e.g., replace wipers, change signal lights), and maintains vehicle cleanliness.
• Drives a district vehicle to various schools based on established delivery routes and picks up or delivers School Nutrition food, equipment, and supplies.
• Assists with delivery, assembly, and maintenance of SNS equipment.
• Verifies deliveries made to schools are accurate, notates discrepancies, and resolves shipping errors.
• Assists and performs the moving of materials, supplies, and/or heavy equipment.
• Assists in inventorying materials, supplies, and/or equipment.
• Rotates perishable and nonperishable inventory as needed.
• Performs routine cleaning tasks in the warehouse, cooler, and freezers.
• Follows appropriate food safety procedures and OSHA safety standards while performing job duties.
• Performs other related duties as required/assigned.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

• High school diploma or its equivalent.
• Possession of an appropriate driver's license valid in the Commonwealth of Virginia.
• Possession of or ability to acquire appropriate license(s), certificate(s), and/or endorsement(s) for the position as required by the Commonwealth of Virginia and School Board.

CERTIFICATIONS

• CDL required or acquisition of CDL within six months of hire date.
• Forklift certification acquisition within six months of hire date.
• Food Handlers card acquisition within six months of hire date.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES

• Knowledge of the principles and practices of operating delivery trucks.
• Knowledge of the traffic laws and regulations governing equipment operation.
• Knowledge of the occupational hazards involved and the safety precautions necessary for properly operating equipment.
• Knowledge of school locations and delivery processes.
• Ability to understand and follow oral and written directions.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with associates.
• Ability to perform basic math calculations

Application Procedure:

Your application will remain active for one calendar year in which you apply. You may update your profile by logging back into the online application system. Include any changes in address or telephone number.

Thank you for your interest in Chesapeake Public Schools. We look forward to receiving your application.