Logistics Technician I

Under direct supervision the Logistics Technician performs day-to-day tasks that provide logistical support for the fire department. This position assists with the receipt distribution tracking and maintenance of equipment and materials while ensuring compliance with established safety and purchasing procedures. The Technician is expected to provide courteous timely and effective internal customer service to fire department personnel.

• Performs the receipt storage delivery and distribution of equipment materials and supplies following established procedures.
• Assists with purchasing by obtaining quotes processing purchase requests and tracking deliveries.
• Prepares equipment and PPE for inspection testing or calibration and maintains related records.
• Delivers and retrieves equipment for maintenance or repair; performs minor upkeep on small equipment (cleaning fueling and readiness checks).
• Tracks service status updates logs and prepares inventory usage reports for review by the Logistics Officer.
• Submits facility maintenance requests and assists with scheduling and follow-up under direction of the Logistics Officer.
• Performs inventory counts updates inventory databases and distributes supplies/equipment as directed.
• Completes required training and applies proper handling procedures for equipment PPE and supplies.
• Provides logistical support during emergency incidents training exercises and special events including 24/7 response when called.
• Accurately updates electronic and paper records for uniforms equipment and supplies; assists with documentation to meet NFPA ISO and accreditation requirements.
• Operates assigned tools vehicles and warehouse equipment safely and reports issues promptly.
• Follows established safety procedures and reports unsafe conditions or damaged equipment to supervisor.
• Other duties as assigned.
  
  

• High School Diploma or G.E.D. recognized by the Texas Education Agency or a regional accrediting agency.
• Six months to a year of experience in logistics public safety or related experience.

• Valid State of Texas Class C drivers license or equivalent from any state.
• NFPA 1850 previously known as NFPA 1851 Care and Maintenance of Protective Ensembles or must obtain within one year of hire which would be provided by the City.
• Occupational Health Dynamics (OHD) Fit Testing Certification or must obtain within one year of hire which would be provided by the City.
• Forklift certification (OSHA) or must obtain within one year of hire which would be provided by the City.

• Associates degree from a two-year college or technical school.
• One to two years of logistics in public safety or related experience.
• Experience in logistics within a municipal or emergency services environment.
• Familiarity with fire service or EMS operations and equipment.
• Operative IQ and Microsoft 365 software experience.
• Texas Class B Commercial Drivers License
• Current NFPA 1850 (previously 1851).
• OHD Fit Testing Certification.

• Ability to follow detailed verbal and written instructions.
• Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules operating and maintenance instructions and procedure manuals.
• Ability to communicate with employees and the public in a courteous and diplomatic manner.
• Ability to accept responsibility perform work accurately and thoroughly and follow standard operating procedures.
• Commitment to providing high-quality internal customer service to fire personnel.
• Skill in handling multiple tasks and prioritizing workload.
• Ability to accurately complete inventory logs records and reports and prepare summary reports for review.
• Skill in using computers and related software applications including inventory systems.
• Knowledge of safe material handling and warehouse practices.
• Ability to develop and maintain effective working relationships with City employees the public and vendors.

While performing the duties of this job the employee must have the ability to type at a speed necessary for successful job performance compile and maintain a variety of records and files and lift 50 pounds individually and 100 pounds with assistance. The employee will be required to work in environments that are not climate controlled including warehouses fire stations and outdoor areas. The employee may be exposed to high heat cold dust noise chemicals biological hazards and inclement weather while performing job duties. The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodation may be considered.

Tools and Equipment Used

• Forklift pallet jack and hand carts (hand trucks) for moving supplies and equipment.
• Department vehicles (light duty trucks vans utility vehicles) for deliveries and station support.
• Respiratory protection testing systems (OHD Fit Test machine) once certified.
• Washer/extractor and drying equipment for PPE in accordance with NFPA 1850.
• Inventory management software and handheld barcode/RFID scanners.
• Basic power and hand tools for equipment assembly minor adjustments and station supply setup.

Job offer and continuation of employment with the City of Leander is contingent upon:

• Proof of education certification(s) and experience as listed on the employment application based on the job postingrequirements.
• Satisfactory results from a pre-employment criminal history background and driving record check.
• Legal authorization to work in the United States without sponsorship. *
• Compliance with the Selective Service Registration for male US citizens and immigrants who are ages 18-25.

*The City of Leander participates in E-Verify! Information from each new employees Form I-9 will be provided to theSocial Security Administration (SSA) and if necessary the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) to confirm work authorization.

The City of Leander is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race color religion sex (including pregnancy gender identity and sexual orientation) national origin age (40 or older) disability or geneticinformation in employment.

The City is also a Drug Free and Smoke Free Employer.

Applicants should communicate requests for disability-related accommodations during the application process to our Human Resources Department at

Deaf and hard of hearing applicants may contact our office via Relay Texas at 7-1-1 or(TTY/TDD).