Material Technician

JOB SUMMARY/PURPOSE

Delta Utilities is seeking a Technician, Materials to perform warehousing functions at a centralized location supporting district or defined area of company operations. Receives, stores and issues materials and supplies. Prepares necessary Oracle records or enters information on mainframe computer to document receipt and issuance.

ACCOUNTABILITIES AND ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

• Issues material to employees or contractors, accepts return of materials and restocks materials in warehouse.

• Receives material from vendors, including unloads trucks and inspects material for discrepancies between order and delivery.

• Ships material to other locations; prepares material and documents; maintains necessary logs and inventory records

• Completes hard-copy documentation, enters data into computer systems and performs computer inquiries.

• Maintain warehouse cleanliness, order, and safety. Remove empty cartons, metal bands, pallets, and other debris. Inform immediate supervisor of safety issues.

• Perform all job functions in accordance with the company's Safety Standards.

• Operates material handling equipment such as forklifts, cranes and banding machines.

• Handles hazardous material in accordance with laws, regulations and company policy.

• Transports material between warehouses and/or other locations.

• Handles new and used equipment and materials in a safe manner.

• Performs other duties as assigned.

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS

Minimum education required of the position

• High school diploma or equivalent required.

Minimum experience required of the position

• 2+ years’ experience in warehousing operations supporting the gas distribution system, including safe and accurate operation of tools and equipment.

Minimum knowledge, skills and abilities preferred of the position

• Be energetic and alert.

• Be willing and able to work in unusual surroundings, as well as the normal working conditions pertaining to this job.

• Be willing and able to receive and execute orders and instructions in such a manner as to inspire respect from associates.

• Be neat, clean and orderly at work and person.

• Be willing and able to attend and take part in safety meetings.

• Have temperament suited to work of a routine and confining nature and be willing and able to work in harmony with other employees.

• Understand the importance of always rendering and maintaining first class, courteous service to all customers.

• Understand the importance of treating confidential certain items handled and have ability to recognize such items.

• Be able to learn and operate the computer-related systems used for warehouse operations.

• Be able to learn and operate the computer-related systems used for warehouse operations.

Any certificates, licenses, etc. required for the position

• Forklift Certification preferred

Physical Requirements

• Able to exert up to 50 pounds of force occasionally, and/or a minimal amount of force frequently to lift, carry, push, pull, or otherwise move objects.

• Able to stand, walk, stoop, bend, kneel, reach, lift arms, carry items and climb stairs or ladders.

• Able to view terminal for extended periods of time, use keyboard and sit for long periods of time to use personal computer.

• Able to use the proper tools for any given job.

• Able to be included in random drug screen pool required for DOT drivers and DOT safety sensitive positions.

• Able to don personal protective equipment, such as safety glasses, hardhat, gloves, protective footwear and earplugs on a daily basis.

• Able to operate a motor vehicle and heavy equipment and the ability to enter and exit vehicle unassisted.

Working Conditions

The Physical Demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the Accountabilities and Essential functions of the job.

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable an individual with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Perform other job-related duties as assigned, within your scope of responsibilities.

• Job duties are performed in a normal and clean office environment with normal noise levels.

• Work is predominately done while standing or sitting.

• The ability to comprehend, document, calculate, visualize and analyze are required.

• Able to work daily in all types of weather conditions.

• Able to work regular hours, with occasional overtime.

• Able to handle emergency situations, including possible exposure to gaseous atmospheres on occasion.

• Able to work rotating shifts, if required.

• Able to respond to emergency calls and/or callouts and occasionally return to work while off duty.

• Able to wear and operate personal protective equipment, such as respirator, safety glasses, hardhat, gloves, protective footwear and earplugs daily.

• Able to be included in random drug screen pool required for DOT drivers and DOT safety sensitive positions.

• May be required to remain in the service area during emergency events and assume responsibilities assigned by the company to aide in restoration efforts

About Delta Utilities

Delta Utilities is a natural gas utility headquartered in New Orleans that provides safe, reliable natural gas service across Louisiana and Mississippi. We understand the value of dependable energy and our important role in building stronger, more resilient communities.

Once all announced transactions are complete, Delta Utilities will be a $1.7 billion organization representing 600,000 customers and among the top 40 natural gas utilities in the United States.

Delta Utilities acquired CenterPoint Energy's natural gas utility operations in Louisiana and Mississippi in April 2025 and will acquire Entergy's natural gas utilities in Baton Rouge and New Orleans in summer 2025.

Delta Utilities is regulated by the Louisiana Public Service Commission, the Mississippi Public Service Commission, and the New Orleans City Council. We work closely with our regulatory agencies to deliver safe and reliable natural gas service and maintain fair rates for our customers.

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Delta Utilities and associated entities are equal-opportunity employers. We do not discriminate against employees or applicants for employment on any legally recognized basis or any protected class under federal, state, or local law.