Material Tech, or Sr.

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.

About the role

This position performs warehousing functions at a centralized location supporting district or defined area of company operations. Responsibilities include receiving, storing, and issuing materials and supplies, as well as preparing necessary records in Oracle or mainframe systems to document transactions.

Responsibilities

• Issues material to employees or contractors, accepts return of materials, and restocks materials in warehouse.
• Receives material from vendors, 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.
• Maintains warehouse cleanliness, order, and safety; removes empty cartons, metal bands, pallets, and other debris.
• Informs immediate supervisor of safety issues and performs all job functions in accordance with company 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.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• 2+ years’ experience in warehousing operations supporting the gas distribution system, including safe and accurate operation of tools and equipment.
• Forklift Certification preferred.

Skills

• Energetic and alert with a willingness to work in unusual surroundings as well as normal working conditions.
• Able to receive and execute orders and instructions in a manner that inspires respect from associates.
• Neat, clean, and orderly at work and in person.
• Willing to attend and participate in safety meetings.
• Temperament suited to routine and confining work; able to work harmoniously with other employees.
• Understands the importance of rendering and maintaining first-class, courteous service to all customers.
• Able to recognize and treat confidential items appropriately.
• Able to learn and operate computer-related systems used for warehouse operations.

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, use a keyboard, and sit for long periods to use a personal computer.
• Able to use the proper tools for any given job.
• Able to don personal protective equipment, such as safety glasses, hardhat, gloves, protective footwear, and earplugs daily.
• Able to operate a motor vehicle and heavy equipment and enter/exit vehicles unassisted.
• Able to be included in random drug screen pool required for DOT drivers and DOT safety-sensitive positions.

Working Conditions

• Work is performed in a normal and clean office environment with normal noise levels, predominantly while standing or sitting.
• Ability to comprehend, document, calculate, visualize, and analyze is 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 respirators, safety glasses, hardhats, gloves, protective footwear, and earplugs daily.
• May be required to remain in the service area during emergency events and assume responsibilities assigned by the company to aid in restoration efforts.