Warehouse Technician

　　Salary

　　$31.92 - $35.19 Hourly

　　Location

　　Tacoma, WA

　　Job Type

　　Classified

　　Job Number

　　0301-24

　　Department

　　City of Tacoma - CITY WIDE LIST

　　Opening Date

　　01/19/2024

　　Closing Date

　　2/2/2024 5:00 PM Pacific

　　Description

　　Benefits

　　Questions

　　Position Description

　　The City of Tacoma is establishing an eligible list for Warehouse Technician. This list will be used to fill vacancies over the next year at all of our warehouses which include locations at Tacoma Public Utilities and Environmental Services.

　　A Warehouse Technician performs manual, technical, and record-keeping work involved in the receipt, storage, maintenance and issuance of supplies, materials, and equipment; and updates and maintains a computerized inventory control system. The work requires the ability to manually lift, carry, push or pull heavy parts and equipment. Work also includes picking up materials, supplies, and related parts and equipment from suppliers. Some typing may be required. Subject to emergency callout during off duty hours.

　　City of Tacoma's Commitment to Diversity and Inclusion

　　Tacoma's diversity is its greatest asset. Tacoma embraces its multi-cultural and multi-ethnic character. Communities of color and immigrant communities are fundamental to Tacoma's entrepreneurial spirit, workforce, and long-term success. In Tacoma, equity and empowerment are top priorities, meaning that all Tacoma residents must have equitable opportunities to reach their full potential and share in the benefits of community progress. One of our goals is for the City of Tacoma workforce to reflect the community it serves. We actively work to eliminate racial and other disparities and welcome candidates with diverse backgrounds and/or multicultural skill sets and experiences. Our goal is for Tacoma to be an inclusive and equitable place to live, work, and play.

　　The City of Tacoma is an Equal Opportunity Employer and values diversity in its workplace. Applicants are considered for positions without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, ancestry, age, marital or veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other basis prohibited by federal, state, and local laws.

　　Qualifications

　　Graduation from high school or equivalent

　　Two years of warehousing experience including the handling, record keeping and control of a wide variety of parts, materials, supplies and equipment

　　LICENSES, CERTIFICATES AND OTHER REQUIREMENTS

　　Valid Washington State Driver’s License at time of appointment with maintenance thereafter.

　　Valid Forklift Operator’s certificate by completion of probation with maintenance thereafter.

　　Knowledge & Skills

　　Methods, techniques, terminology and procedures used in a warehouse facility for record keeping, inventory control and maintenance.

　　Perform basic business math.

　　Modern office practices, procedures and equipment.

　　Perform minor repairs on tools and equipment.

　　Safely lift and handle heavy objects up to 75 pounds using proper lifting techniques.

　　Establish and maintain cooperative and effective working relationships with others using tact, patience and courtesy.

　　Safely operate a variety of warehousing tools, equipment and machinery.

　　Operate a personal computer and assigned application software.

　　Interpret computer printout data.

　　Understand and follow oral and written directions.

　　Interpret, apply and explain rules, regulations, policies and procedures.

　　Observe legal and defensive driving practices.

　　Work independently with little direction.

　　Selection Process & Supplemental Information

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　　The City of Tacoma has a technical requirement that employees filling classified roles be residents of the City at the time of their original appointment to a classified job. However, there is a process to request a waiver of this requirement from the Civil Service Board if we identify an outstanding candidate who is a nonresident. Not residing within the City limits of Tacoma is not an automatic disqualifier and everyone is encouraged to apply.

　　Interested individuals should complete the online application. Applicants who meet the minimum qualifications will have their responses to the supplemental questions scored. Applicants must receive a passing score to be placed on the eligible list for interview and hiring consideration.

　　Individuals given a conditional offer of employment must pass a pre-employment medical examination that includes a drug screen (including a screen for marijuana) and may be required to pass a background check. This position is covered by a Labor Agreement between the City of Tacoma and WSCCCE Local 120. New employees must successfully complete a nine-month probationary period prior to obtaining permanent status in this classification.

　　Communication from the City of Tacoma:

　　We primarily communicate via e-mail during the application process. E-mails from cityoftacoma.org and/or governmentjobs.com must be placed on your safe domain list to ensure that you receive notifications in a timely manner. As a precaution, you may also want to check your junk e-mail folders.

　　If you have any additional questions regarding this position, please contact the Human Resources Department at 253.591.5400 before 4pm on the date the posting closes.

　　The City of Tacoma provides excellent medical, dental and vision plans for the whole family; paid holidays and paid leave; participation in the Tacoma Public Employees' Retirement System (alternate plan for Police/Fire); continuing education and advancement opportunities and a growing variety of City-sponsored health and wellness opportunities and incentives.

　　Medical Coverage: For eligible employees and their families, including domestic partners and dependent children age 26 or younger.

　　Dental Coverage: For eligible employees and their families, including domestic partners and dependent children age 26 or younger.

　　Vision Coverage: For eligible employees and their eligible dependents.

　　Paid Leave: City employees are entitled to received paid holidays, sick/vacation leave or personal time off (PTO), depending upon union affiliation and appointment type.

　　Insurance Plans: Employees are covered by a long-term disability plan. Short-term and expanded long-term disability insurance plans are also available to employees. The State Industrial Insurance Act also covers employees.

　　Deferred Compensation: Income can be set aside on a pretax basis and invested for supplementation of normal retirement income.

　　Retirement: All employees of the City, except members of the Police and Fire services, Tacoma Rail and certain project employees, are included in the Tacoma Employees' Retirement System. Information on the Tacoma Employees' Retirement System can be found at www.cityoftacoma.org or by calling (253) 502-8200.

　　Other Employment Information

　　Direct Deposit: Employees are paid on a bi-weekly schedule by direct deposit.

　　Salary Increases: Based on satisfactory job performance, the City provides for a regular progression of salary increases for most classifications according to the salary schedule.

　　Union Affiliation: Many job classifications are covered by union security provisions which require union membership, dues, or payment of equivalent service fees.

　　Note: The provisions of this job announcement do not constitute an expressed or implied contract. Any provision contained herein may be modified and/or revoked without notice.

　　01

　　Responses to supplemental questions must be original content created by the applicant using their own words. The use of online tools or resources to create responses, such as Artificial Intelligence (ChatGPT, etc.), Google, Bing, etc., or plagiarism in any form, is considered cheating and falsification of the application. I understand that any form of cheating or falsification will disqualify my application for further consideration.

　　Yes

　　No

　　02

　　Are you a high school graduate or equivalent?

　　Yes

　　No

　　03

　　Do you have two years of warehousing experience including the handling, record keeping and control of a wide variety of parts, materials, supplies and equipment?

　　Yes

　　No

　　04

　　Are you proficient in Microsoft Office?

　　Yes

　　No

　　05

　　Please describe your experience using Microsoft Office programs. If none, please note "N/A".

　　06

　　Have you used SAP in the past? If yes, please describe your experience with it. If no, please describe your experience with whichever inventory control system you have used.

　　07

　　Please describe your experience operating a forklift. If you have no experience, type "N/A".

　　08

　　What do you think are the key factors to a successful warehouse?

　　09

　　Please indicate in which of the following areas you have at least two years of professional experience. Check all that apply.

　　Inspect and process items received against invoices, waybills and specifications to assure conformance with quality and quantity requirements

　　Gather and fill orders by requisitions and work orders and issue stock items

　　Stock and restock items and participate in physical inventory process

　　Maintain and update computerized inventory control system

　　Pick-up and deliver items

　　Arrange and prepare items for packing and shipping

　　Determine quantity or type of goods to order

　　Coordinate with various personnel, vendors, departments, outside agencies and organizations and customers

　　Operate a variety of tools, equipment and machinery

　　Safely lift and handle heavy objects up to 75 pounds using proper lifting techniques

　　Establish and maintain cooperative and effective working relationships with others using tact, patience and courtesy

　　Operate a personal computer

　　Interpret computer printout data

　　Operate barcode scanner

　　Operate overhead picking equipment

　　Operate forklift

　　Processing freight claims

　　SAP

　　Excel

　　Word

　　Outlook

　　None of the above

　　10

　　One of the City's Principles that guides us is Equity. Describe what equity means to you and describe any experience you have working with diverse groups of people.

　　11

　　Please tell us how you first learned about this job opening.

　　Job Interest Card notification

　　Internet search

　　Professional organization

　　Military organization

　　Union job posting

　　City of Tacoma employee

　　Online job board posting

　　Word of mouth

　　LinkedIn

　　TTEP (Tacoma Training and Education Program)

　　Indeed

　　Facebook

　　Instagram

　　Government Jobs

　　NWPPA

　　Outreach Event

　　12

　　Please provide specific information regarding how you learned about this job opening. Thank you, your feedback will be used to evaluate our success reaching the public and refine our methods for future job postings.

　　Required Question

　　Agency

　　City of Tacoma

　　Address

　　Human Resources Department 747 Market Street Tacoma, Washington, 98402-3764

　　Phone

　　253-591-5400

　　Website

　　http://www.cityoftacoma.org

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