LOGISTICS TECHNICIAN

City of Lawrence, KS • Lawrence, KS

334d • $19 - $21

About The Position

Lawrence-Douglas County Fire Medical (LDCFM) is a progressive, fast-paced organization committed to the pursuit of excellence, providing fully integrated EMS and Fire Services to the City of Lawrence and Douglas County community. This commitment to excellence has yielded international accreditation through the Commission on Fire Accreditation International (CFAI), and an Insurance Services Office (ISO) rating of 1; one of only seven (7) departments state-wide and one hundred fourteen (114) internationally with this distinction. Ideal candidates for this position will be efficient and detail-minded workers who possess superior organization and communication skills, strong work ethic, passion for public service and the community, and a predisposition for creativity and innovation.

Requirements

• High School Degree or completion of GED.
• One (1) year of experience in inventory or office work.
• Experience maintaining computerized inventory systems, invoice payment, and billing preferred.
• Experience with OperativeIQ software platform preferred.
• Possession of, or ability to obtain valid driver's license.

Nice To Haves

• Safe driving and backing of delivery vehicle.
• Supply chain management knowledge.
• Safe work practices including, but not limited to, safe and effective use of hand and power tools, light and heavy equipment.
• Microsoft office programs, including Outlook, Word, Excel proficiency.
• Basic operation of office machines including computer, printer/copier/fax machines and other peripherals.
• Effective communication by phone, text and email.
• Working knowledge of warehouse, storage, and inventory procedures.
• Basic computer skills needed to enter or research information from various software applications.

Responsibilities

• Ensure the reliability of both disposable and durable EMS equipment essential to fulfilling LDCFM's mission.
• Stock, inventory, organize and deliver designated medical and fire department supplies, related equipment and correspondence from LDCFM Administration to the various stations.
• Process maintenance requests for durable medical equipment, ensuring repairs or replacements are obtained as needed and managing warranty programs.
• Maintain adequate stock levels and assess and respond to supply needs.
• Maintain organization of stocked items in supply storage to ensure proper levels of equipment and stock.
• Use/build out computerized inventory control system to reorder, monitor expiration dates, maintain proper inventory, and rotate stock.
• Maintain reusable equipment through decontamination and repackaging, collect and properly dispose and transport equipment for decontamination.
• Oversee preventative maintenance & warranty programs for durable medical equipment.
• Receive service requests and damage reports, coordinate with vendors for timely repairs/replacements to ensure minimal service disruptions.
• General warehouse organization and cleanliness.
• Inventory and regular auditing of supply inventory (warehouse, stations vehicles, other supply/equipment locations).
• Purchase supplies, as directed and approved by supervisor.
• Fill and/or deliver EMS supplies to fire/EMS stations throughout Douglas County.
• Safely operate hand trucks, pallet jacks and/or heavy machinery (if trained).
• Coordinate shipping and receiving processes.
• Deliver and pick-up inter-office and inter-department correspondence.
• Communicate effectively with other City of Lawrence and Douglas County employees and outside agencies (Douglas County First Responder agencies).
• Provide courteous and professional internal and external customer service.
• Data entry in programs related to position.
• Assist with logistics needs for scheduled events at LDCFM facilities.
• Other related duties, as assigned, to support the LDCFM mission.

Benefits

• Hourly pay with a minimum hiring rate of $19.41 and a maximum hiring rate of $21.40.

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Entry Level
• Industry: Executive, Legislative, and Other General Government Support
• Education Level: High school or GED
• Number of Employees: 251-500 employees