Logistics Assistant - (Fire) Part-Time Non-Benefited

Hanover County Government • Hanover, VA

5d • Onsite

About The Position

This is a part-time, hourly, non-benefited civilian/non-uniformed position assigned to the department’s warehouse and administration facility. The Logistics Assistant helps maintain department inventory and logistics, reports to the Department Head or a designated professional, and supervises no staff. The role maintains and records inventory, receives, sorts, stores, assembles, and distributes materials and supplies, and may perform facilities maintenance duties as needed. Fire-EMS-specific duties include managing department supplies and equipment, preparing purchase requisitions and recommendations, maintaining warehouse records, and driving fleet or related trucks to repair facilities or locations within 100 miles of the County. The position also supports volunteer involvement in a combination career and volunteer system.

The work takes place in a warehouse setting, with some outdoor exposure. Standing, walking, climbing, and lifting up to 75 pounds are required. The position is non-exempt and includes a 12-month probationary period. A valid driver’s license must be obtained within 30 days of employment to be eligible to operate a county vehicle.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent, or an equivalent combination of education, experience, and/or training sufficient to demonstrate the required knowledge, skills, and abilities.
• Working knowledge of basic inventory practices and procedures.
• Ability to maintain inventory records and perform basic mathematical calculations.
• Ability to communicate effectively orally and in writing.
• Ability to operate a personal computer, related software, and standard office equipment.
• Ability to perform physically demanding work, including heavy lifting, walking up and down stairs, prolonged standing, squatting, stooping, bending, twisting, stretching, crawling, reaching overhead, and working in awkward positions.
• Experience with standard warehouse equipment such as hand trucks, forklifts, box cutters, and tape dispensers.
• Ability to maintain effective working relationships with internal and external customers.
• Must obtain a valid Driver’s License within 30 days of employment to be eligible to operate a county vehicle.
• Must complete EVOC – Fire/EMS.
• Must complete a criminal records check, including fingerprinting.

Nice To Haves

• Prior warehouse experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Read work orders, shipping orders, and requisitions to determine items to be moved, gathered, distributed, or shipped.
• Maintain department logistics inventory and inspect items for accuracy, quantity, quality, and damage.
• Move, sort, and store materials and items in designated areas, racks, shelves, or bins according to established sequences.
• File requisitions, work orders, and requests for materials or tools, and distribute items to shipping or designated delivery-driver storage areas.
• Keep storage areas accessible and safe for staff and vendors.
• Assemble orders from stock, place orders on pallets or shelves, and relocate orders to staging areas.
• Mark materials with identifying information and open boxes, crates, and other containers.
• Operate forklifts and other equipment, including hand trucks and pallet jacks.
• Record received and distributed items using an appropriate computer program and assist with physical inventory counts.
• Complete requisition forms to order supplies from stations and other facilities.
• Prepare parcels for mailing and shipping.
• Clean, maintain, and organize storage and work areas, and wear appropriate safety equipment.
• Maintain storage and inventory of department supplies and equipment using an identification and marking control system.
• Prepare purchase requisitions for supplies and equipment and recommend future needs.
• Drive fleet or other related trucks to repair facilities or locations within 100 miles of the County.
• Maintain records and reports for warehouse operations.
• Foster volunteer involvement and membership to support a combination career and volunteer system.
• Perform related work as assigned, including facilities maintenance duties as needed.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Education Level: High school or GED