FOREMAN OF PIPE / SALVAGE YARDS

About the role

Under general supervision, supervises and participates in warehousing, inventory and distribution operations in city facilities such as warehouses, storage areas, pipe yards and salvage yards, and performs related duties as required.

Responsibilities

• Supervises staff (e.g., Stores Laborers) performing and performs heavy lifting and other laborer tasks relating to the loading, unloading, storage and disbursement of water and sewer construction and repair materials, parts and equipment
• Implements inventory procedures and processes to track, control and document the receipt of materials, parts and equipment from supply vendors, stocking and storage of items, and the issuance of same to work crews
• Monitors deliveries from supply vendors, ensuring Laborers verify items received against packing slips, safely unload materials, parts and equipment using forklifts as needed, and place same into inventory stock
• Maintains and oversees the maintenance of computerized records using inventory system software (e.g. DataStream) to enter and update inventory data and to monitor inventory levels
• Plans and prioritizes the daily delivery of requested materials to work crews, ensuring delivery trucks are loaded with materials and other items and routed to work sites on a timely basis
• Orders items to replenish stock, creating computerized entries and preparing paperwork (e.g. APRFs) to initiate the ordering of materials from contracted vendors or the transfer of same from other storage facilities
• Reviews receiving reports against APRFs to verify delivery of items to yard/warehouse and forwards to appropriate personnel for payment to vendors
• Implements safety procedures to minimize accidents and promote a safe work environment; ensures Laborers are trained and certified to operate forklifts; attends various training sessions relating to safety, emergency and haz-mat response and instructs staff as required
• Maintains manual and computerized inventory records; schedules and oversees physical inventory and periodic cycle counts; contacts vendors to obtain price quotes on new or specialty items as required

Requirements

• Two (2) years of experience working as a laborer in construction or repairs, OR
• Two (2) years as a laborer in a warehouse type facility engaged in materials handling of construction materials, vehicles, automotive parts or equipment
• Some positions may require certification as Forklift Operators

Qualifications

• Valid driver's license (desired preference; must provide at time of processing)
• Some positions may be required to perform substantial lifting (up to 100 pounds)
• Ability to walk and stand for extended or continuous periods of time
• Ability to access multi-level facilities
• Ability to operate a personal computer and related equipment

Note: You must provide professional licenses, training certificates, or valid driver's license at time of processing, if applicable.

Pay

$54.10/hourly; Grade: PR