Stores Attendant B

American Electric Power•Hooks, TX

About The Position

The Stores Attendant B assists the Material Services organization with material accountability and the operation of storerooms and storage yards. The role is described as entry-level and includes training and learning under direct and/or semi-direct supervision, with duties progressing toward independent performance with semi-direct supervision or job guidance as job knowledge is gained. Residency is required within 30 miles of the Hooks Regional Laydown Yard. No CDL is required at the outset, though a CDL may be required depending on vehicle-operation requirements.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED.
At least one year of work experience in inventory control and management, material handling, warehousing, or related work.
The posting also states that applicants must have satisfactorily performed Stores Attendant B duties for at least 24 months.
Basic computer skills for inventory management software such as Maximo; Microsoft Excel and Word experience is preferred.
Sufficient knowledge and skills to perform the listed duties and the physical capability to perform the work.
Strong working knowledge of logistics related to shipping and relocating inventory.
Ability to perform basic math functions.
Ability to work independently and good communication skills.
Ability to safely lift up to 70 pounds and successfully complete the Physical Ability Test (PAT).
Appropriate state driver's license and ability to meet vehicle-operation requirements under federal and/or state law.
Ability to operate material-handling equipment, including motorized forklifts and road vehicles.
If a CDL is required, it must be obtained within six months of entry into the job classification or the employee must vacate the classification.

Nice To Haves

Microsoft Excel and Word experience.

Responsibilities

Issue material under proper authorization and process and file required records, including picking up, hauling, and delivering materials and operating Company cars and trucks.
Check received material for quantity and visually inspect it for identity, breakage, and condition; initiate and process material receipts and related records.
Report irregularities and abnormal conditions.
Identify, sort, and record returned material; return usable items to stock, sort unusable items into scrap containers, and process related records.
Operate computer terminals, printers, and other office equipment, including calculators and scanners, in support of the materials management system.
Prepare and pack material for shipment or storage and prepare shipping papers and related records. This may include handling hazardous materials under required safety and environmental procedures.
Operate material-handling equipment, including hand trucks, forklifts, low-lift trucks, hoists, overhead cranes, and order pickers, as required.
Assist the supervisor with efficient material storage, rearranging or changing bins and racks, and making material-location changes.
Assist in maintaining adequate inventory levels through cycle counts; make discrepancy adjustments with appropriate approval and process associated records.
Assist employees of equal or higher classification and perform similar or less-skilled work.
Perform duties in accordance with company safety rules, operating regulations, and practices.