Storekeeper

About WSDOT

Washington State Department of Transportation (WSDOT) is a multimodal organization with a global reputation for excellence! Our dedicated workforce is responsible to plan design build and operate an integrated transportation system that safely and efficiently moves people and goods throughout the state. In addition to maintaining over 18000 lane miles of state highway and 4100 bridges WSDOT manages the worlds longest floating bridge executes an awardwinning Active Transportation Plan holds a record for the worlds widest tunneling project and operates the largest ferry system in the nation!

The Washington State Ferry (WSF) system is essential to Washingtons transportation network linking communities on both sides of Puget Sound and the San Juan Islands. There are over 400 sailings each day on 10 ferry routes. WSF transports nearly 17 million passengers a year and has more than 1800 employees. Employees perform a variety of duties on vessels in terminals at the maintenance facility and at the Seattle headquarters.

The Opportunity

WSDOT is currently seeking a Storekeeper at the WSF Warehouse. WSF Warehouse serves as the central receiving stocking and delivery point for all WSFs material requirements. Its inventory and delivery functions play a vital role in supporting the safe operations of our ferry fleet terminals and the Eagle Harbor Repair Storekeeper will support and practice advancing WSFs core values Serve Grow Trust Respect and Navigate.

What to Expect

Among the varied range of responsibilities held within this role you the Storekeeper will:

• Receive stow inventory and deliver spare parts commodities.
• Inspect incoming items for damage and verify quantities.
• Load and unload supplies.
• Process receipts and inventory.
• Record discrepancies and create Grief Log.
• Label individual inventory items.
• Prepare daily outgoing mail envelope for pickup by courier.
• Prepare outgoing UPS or FedEx shipments.
• Backup for Delivery Driver.
• Uphold WSFs strategic priorities (Service Excellence Improved Communication and Empowered People) and values (Serve Grow Trust Respect and Navigate).

Qualifications

To be considered for this opportunity the following are required:

• Two 2 years of experience in warehousing stockkeeping receiving or shipping parts supplies or equipment in a warehouse operation marine parts store retail store commissary or closely related work.
• Minimum one 1 year of experience with the following Windowsbased programs MS Outlook MS Excel and MS Word.
• Preemployment drug screening as well as random pool drug and alcohol screening.
• Current Transportation Worker Identification Card (TWIC) or ability to obtain within 90 days of hire and required to maintain as a condition of employment.
• Basic knowledge of inventory management processes.
• Ability to learn WSF inventory management tools including EAM and CICS.
• Possession of and the ability to maintain a Commercial ClassB License (CDLB)
• Ability to use required tools and equipment including operating a motor vehicle and other powered equipment such as a forklift and/or other hydraulic/electric equipment supplies and personal protective equipment (PPE) accurately and consistently as required by the assigned job or task.
• Ability to use standard office equipment including but not limited to computer telephone and related software and/or applications as applicable.
• Ability to effectively and appropriately prioritize analyze problemsolve plan and implement tasks as needed related to both daytoday and emergent situations.
• Understand instructions and timelines to manage time plan projects and meet deadlines.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team is adaptable and flexible to change and changing priorities.
• Ability to communicate effectively and build positive internal and external relationships.
• Ability to move up to 50 lbs. frequently such as incoming and outgoing deliveries and other equipment.

Important Notes

• In addition to base salary employees may be entitled to other forms of compensation depending on the type duties or location of the position. For unionrepresented positions more information on other forms of compensation can be found in the applicableCollective Bargaining Agreements. Information on other compensation types for nonrepresented positions can be found inChapter 35728of the Washington Administrative Code.

Why WSDOT

• WorkLife Balance We are committed to ensuring that our staff experience the reward of public service while also sustaining a routine that suits each individuals lifestyle.
• Paid Leave In addition to 12 paid holidays fulltime employees earn a minimum of 14 paid vacation days per year!
• Tuition Assistance Permanent employees have several options for assistance with education expenses including tuition reimbursement programs government discounts at participating colleges throughout the state and eligibility for federal student loan forgiveness.
• PlanFor Your Future WSDOT offers a comprehensive benefits package that includes a variety of healthcare options. Employees also have their choice of state retirement programs and much more. Go toState Benefitsfor more information.

Check out this video to learn more:Why WSDOT

How to Apply

Applications for this recruitment will be accepted electronically. Your relevant experience may be evaluated to determine your salary. Therefore it is very important that the Work Experience portion of the application be completed in as much detail as possible.

In order to be considered for this opportunity please include the following with your online application:

• An attached resume outlining (in reverse chronological order) your experience to date.
• An attached cover letter that further explains your qualifications and indicates why you believe you are a viable candidate for this role.
• Contact details for a minimum of three 3 individuals who can attest to your work performance technical skills and jobrelated competencies. This information can be entered in the References section of the online application; does not require an additional attachment.

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WSDOT is an equalopportunity employer. We value the importance of creating an environment in which all employees can feel respected included and empowered to bring unique ideas to the agency. Our diversity and inclusion efforts include embracing different cultures backgrounds and viewpoints while fostering growth and advancement in the workplace. All persons regardless of race ethnicity age veteran status sexual orientation and/or gender identity are encouraged to apply. Persons with disabilities needing assistance in the application process or those needing this job announcement in an alternative format maycontact the listed Recruiter.

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