Utility Worker I Full-time Job

Job Summary

Under the supervision of the Storekeeper, this position performs warehousing and material salvaging duties and assists the Storekeeper, as required.

Duties & Responsibilities

• Receives, unpacks, inspects and stores goods in the proper location.
• Issues material from stores and enters transactions into a computerized system.
• Counts inventory.
• Performs maintenance and cleaning duties in inventory stores and yards areas.
• Reclaims useable material from salvage. 
• Performs building operations and grounds functions, as required.
• Loads and unloads all types of material.
• Follows security procedures for building and inventory.
• Assists with the installation and relocation of fixtures, furnishings and equipment.
• Assists Utility Worker II, as required.
• Performs other related duties as assigned.

Qualifications

Education, Experience and Training Requirements: 

• Grade 12 education.
• Two years’ related warehousing experience, including experience working with a computerized inventory system and operating a heavy forklift.
• Successful completion, within six months after date of hire, of a recognized forklift safety training certification program.
• Possession of a valid Saskatchewan Class 5 Driver’s Licence.
• Current driver’s abstract from SGI demonstrating a safe driving record.
   

Knowledge, Abilities and Skills: 

• Knowledge of the principles and practices of stock-keeping and material handling.
• Knowledge of standard stock items.
• Ability to operate a large forklift and associated equipment safely and efficiently.
• Ability to communicate effectively and tactfully with carriers, contractors and civic employees.
• Physical ability to perform the assigned duties and to work outside under varying weather conditions.
• Skill in the operation of a computer with applicable software.