Warehouse Associate

Quanta Services•Sumner, WA

40d•$25 - $27

About The Position

If you enjoy hands-on work, learning how warehouse and field operations come together, and supporting crews across multiple locations, this is an excellent opportunity to grow your career with Potelco, Inc. . The Warehouse Associate in Sumner, WA plays a critical role in supporting our operations by traveling to bases throughout the Puget Sound area while developing a strong working knowledge of warehouse processes, materials management, and inventory control. Safety is Potelco’s number one priority. This role requires active participation in safety meetings, inspections, and reporting, along with maintaining all required certifications and licenses.

Requirements

Valid driver’s license and clean driving record
High school diploma or equivalent
Experience handling, recording, and controlling a wide variety of materials, parts, supplies, and equipment using computerized inventory systems
Ability to operate standard computer applications including Microsoft Word, Excel, and Outlook, with the ability to learn new systems
Ability to safely lift 50 pounds consistently and repetitively; up to 100 pounds occasionally using proper lifting techniques
Ability to identify when assistance or equipment is required to safely move heavy or bulky items
Strong basic math skills, including addition, subtraction, multiplication, and division using units of weight, volume, and distance
Ability to obtain a Material Handling Equipment Operator’s Certificate within 30 days of hire
Ability to obtain and maintain CPR/First Aid certification within one year of employment

Responsibilities

Transport materials, tools, and equipment between Potelco locations throughout the Puget Sound
Deliver shipments to field crews and other Potelco teams in a timely, safe, and professional manner
Verify delivery accuracy, obtain required documentation, and communicate any issues or shortages
Receive incoming materials, inspect for accuracy and damage, and verify documentation
Communicate with vendors to resolve discrepancies or damaged shipments
Perform proper packaging teardown, labeling, and safe storage of materials
Maintain accurate records of receipts, issuances, and inventory movements
Ensure inventory systems match physical stock and maintain master data as required
Support ongoing inventory audits and accuracy initiatives
Select materials requested by field crews
Pack materials safely and protectively, consolidating shipments for ease of transport
Mark, repack, and prepare materials as needed for distribution
Load and unload materials using forklifts, backhoes, or manual methods as required
Verify paperwork accuracy and ensure timely unloading of materials
Maintain clean, organized, and orderly warehouse and yard areas
Support warehouse operations as needed
Perform general warehouse functions and other duties as assigned