Logistics Specialist

Central Pierce Fire & Rescue•Administrative Operations Center, WA

About The Position

The Logistics Specialist performs technical, operational, and administrative logistics functions supporting District operations. The role ensures equipment, supplies, assets, and other resources are accurately tracked, properly maintained, efficiently distributed, and available for emergency response and organizational needs. Work spans inventory and asset management, warehouse operations, deliveries and transportation, purchasing support, equipment maintenance, PPE and SCBA programs, fleet and facilities support, and emergency logistics. The position has no supervisory responsibilities. The role supports District personnel and external partners by maintaining records, responding to work orders and service requests, operating logistics and administrative systems, and providing responsive customer service. Assignments may shift among Logistics functions based on operational needs. Work is performed in warehouses, apparatus bays, maintenance facilities, fire stations, offices, and outdoor locations. The employee may encounter noise, dust, weather, mechanical equipment, cleaning agents, and emergency response environments. Schedules may occasionally require extended hours, emergency call-back, or support during incidents, training exercises, and special events. The work involves frequent standing, walking, lifting, carrying, bending, climbing, reaching, pushing, and pulling. The employee regularly lifts and moves materials weighing up to 50 pounds and may occasionally handle greater weights with assistance or mechanical aids.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED and two years of experience in logistics, inventory control, warehouse operations, purchasing support, asset management, fleet support, facilities support, emergency services support, or a closely related field; or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
Valid Washington State driver's license in good standing.
Forklift operation experience and certification within three months of hire.
Knowledge of logistics and supply chain principles, inventory control and asset management, warehouse operations, purchasing and procurement, public-sector operational support, occupational safety, and customer service.
Skill in operating warehouse and material-handling equipment, District vehicles and trailers, inventory and asset management software, and in supporting purchasing, equipment inspection, preventative maintenance, prioritization, communication, and customer service.
Ability to manage multiple priorities in a dynamic operational environment; maintain accurate records; learn new technology and software; work independently and collaboratively; develop effective working relationships; analyze problems and recommend practical solutions; and support emergency operations and changing priorities.

Nice To Haves

Associate's degree in Business Administration, Supply Chain Management, Logistics, Public Administration, or a related field.
Experience supporting fire service, EMS, public safety, military, industrial, municipal, or other high-reliability operations.
Experience using inventory management, purchasing, asset management, or resource management software.
Experience with public-sector purchasing and procurement practices.
Forklift certification or experience.
Experience supporting PPE and SCBA maintenance programs.
Valid Class B Commercial Driver's License.

Responsibilities

Perform weekly, monthly, quarterly, and annual counts of District assets, equipment, supplies, and materials; maintain records, investigate discrepancies, reconcile inventory, and support audits and process improvements.
Track assets through acquisition, deployment, maintenance, transfer, and disposal; apply identification and tracking standards and use barcode, RFID, QR code, and related technologies.
Receive, inspect, document, store, stage, distribute, and retrieve equipment, supplies, and materials; coordinate shipping and receiving and maintain warehouse organization, cleanliness, safety, and security.
Operate material-handling equipment and industrial cleaning equipment; prepare and stage equipment for storage, maintenance, repair, or deployment.
Coordinate and perform District deliveries; plan routes, deliver and retrieve operational materials, coordinate with vendors and partner organizations, and maintain delivery and transportation records.
Operate District vehicles and trailers safely; conduct routine inspections, fueling, cleaning, and basic preventative maintenance, and document inspections.
Review and fulfill supply requests and work orders; support quotations, vendor communications, purchase orders, procurement documentation, invoice verification, budget coding, reporting, and purchasing reconciliation.
Inspect, clean, test, maintain, and document assigned equipment and regulated assets; identify deficiencies, coordinate repairs and warranty service, and perform minor repairs within assigned authority and training.
Support PPE and SCBA programs through inspection, testing, cleaning, maintenance, repair coordination, distribution, recordkeeping, and vendor service coordination.
Provide operational support to Logistics, Fleet, Facilities, Warehouse, and other District divisions, including facility support, minor maintenance, equipment installations, and operational projects.
Support incidents, planned events, training exercises, and special operations through logistical coordination, equipment deployment, rehabilitation support, and asset accountability.
Use inventory, purchasing, financial, asset management, and work order software; respond to service requests, maintain documentation, and operate printing, labeling, and identification equipment.
Establish effective working relationships, provide customer service, participate in training and professional development, comply with District policies and safety standards, and perform other duties as assigned.