Salary : $70,075.20 – $85,363.20 Annually
Location : Santa Clarita, CA
Job Type: Limited Duration
Job Number: 2023-00023
Department: Finance, Administration, & IT
Opening Date: 08/31/2023
Closing Date: 9/14/2023 5:30 PM Pacific
The Position
SCV Water is hiring for an At-Will & Limited Duration Opportunity (2 Year Agreement)
Full-Time Position
FLSA: Non-Exempt
DEFINITION
Under general supervision, independently procures, receives, records, issues, and stores parts, equipment, and supplies used in the construction, maintenance and repair of the Agency’s treatment, transmission, storage, and distribution systems and facilities, and performs other related duties as required.
DISTINGUISHING CHARACTERISTICS
Working under general supervision, the Purchasing and Warehouse Technician II is the journey-level classification in the Purchasing and Warehouse Technician series in which incumbents are expected to independently perform the full scope of assigned duties. Positions at this level are distinguished from the Purchasing and Warehouse Technician I by the performance of the full range of duties as assigned, including working independently, using heavy equipment, and exercising judgment and initiative. Positions at this level receive only occasional instruction or assistance as new or unusual situations arise and are fully aware of the operating procedures and policies of the work unit. This classification is distinguished from the next higher classification of Senior Purchasing and Warehouse Technician in that the latter leads, trains, and provides work direction to assigned staff, is responsible for the more advanced and complex duties, and performs other related duties as required.
SUPERVISION RECEIVED/EXERCISED
Receives general supervision from the Fleet and Warehouse Supervisor.
Examples of Duties
EXAMPLES OF ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS (Illustrative Only)
Management reserves the rights to add, modify, change, or rescind the work assignments of different positions and to make reasonable accommodations so that qualified employees can perform the essential functions of the job.
Duties may include, but are not limited to, the following:
- Procures, receives, records, issues, and stores parts, equipment, and supplies to meet operational and maintenance needs.
- Utilizes an inventory management system to procure, receive, and issue parts, and process invoices, purchase orders, and agreements into the Agency’s financial system.
- Receives, reviews, and enters part requisitions.
- Prepares clear and concise specifications for quote and bid solicitations, purchase orders, and contracts.
- Researches sources of supply for products, services, and commodities; negotiates pricing and availability; procures goods and services in accordance with laws, regulations, and agency policies and procedures.
- Coordinates shipping, receiving, and warehousing activities for an assigned division or facility.
- Uses a variety of warehousing equipment and heavy machinery to move, load, deliver, and transfer supplies, materials, and products.
- Assists with the removal of hazardous waste, chemicals, and spoils, and ensures that fuel tanks and fuel pumps are operational.
- Maintains storage areas in a clean and orderly condition.
- Assists in developing and implementing new inventory controls.
- Coordinates with Procurement and Finance to establish new accounts with vendors and resolving any billing issues.
- Assists field staff and supervisors in pricing, ordering, receiving, and preparing materials for capital improvement projects.
- Generates and submits reports detailing discrepancies and variances.
- Uses forklifts, pallet jacks, hand trucks, trucks, and other light equipment in the storage and delivery of material, supplies, and parts.
- Performs other related duties as required.
PHYSICAL, MENTAL AND ENVIRONMENTAL WORKING CONDITIONS
This is both an indoors and outdoors position. The position requires sitting, standing, walking on level, un-level, and slippery surfaces, reaching, twisting, turning, kneeling, bending, stooping, squatting, crouching, grasping, and making repetitive hand movements in the performance of daily duties. It also requires both near and far vision when inspecting work and operating assigned equipment and in reading written reports and work-related documents. This position requires grasping, repetitive hand movements, and fine coordination in preparing reports using a computer keyboard and mouse. Acute hearing is required when providing phone and personal service. Additionally, the need to lift, drag, and push files, paper, and documents weighing up to twenty-five (25) pounds is required. The incumbent may be required to respond to after-hours emergency callouts.
These requirements may be accommodated for otherwise qualified individuals requiring and requesting such accommodation.
Minimum Qualifications
QUALIFICATIONS (The following are minimal qualifications necessary for entry into the classification.)
Qualifications
Any combination of education and experience that provides the required knowledge, skills, and abilities to perform the essential job duties of the position is qualifying. Incumbents will possess the most desirable combination of training, skills, and experience, as demonstrated in their past and current employment history. A typical example includes:
Education
- A high school diploma or equivalent GED.
Experience
- Three (3) years of progressively responsible experience providing clerical and technical support to a comprehensive warehousing and storekeeping function, or one (1) year of experience as a Purchasing and Warehouse Technician I with the Agency.
Licenses and Certifications
- Possession of, or ability to obtain, a valid Class C California driver license. Individuals who do not meet this requirement due to a physical disability will be considered on a case-by-case basis.
- Must illustrate, within 6 months of hire, proficiency operating a forklift, which may be obtained through Agency provided training and assessment by supervisor.
KNOWLEDGE/SKILLS/ABILITIES (The following are a representative sample of the KSA’s necessary to perform essential duties of the position.)
Knowledge of:
- Principles, practices, and requirements of public agency purchasing and inventory management.
- Basic computer operation, data entry, and use of the Agency’s financial and inventory systems.
- Basic operations, services, and activities of a water agency as it relates to procurement and warehousing.
- Customer service and interpersonal skills, as well as office practices, telephone, and email etiquette.
- Correct English usage, grammar, spelling, punctuation, and vocabulary and basic mathematical principles.
- Occupational hazards and standard safety practices, including the safe operations of tools, vehicles, and equipment.
- Stock and inventory controls, including requisitioning, receiving, storing, and issuing materials and equipment.
- Standard warehouse and storeroom equipment and their operation to include calculators and inventory management systems.
- Mathematics as needed to compute quantities, discounts, volumes, totals, inventories, and other purchasing and warehouse related calculations.
Ability to:
- Operate hand, power, and shop tools, agency vehicles, warehousing, and shop equipment such as forklifts, hand trucks, and pallet jacks as well as heavy machinery such as backhoes.
- Establish and maintain cooperative and effective working relationships with others, including agency staff, outside agencies, vendors, and the public.
- Work independently and as part of a team and make sound decisions within established guidelines.
- Solve problems within level of authority as they come up as well as knowing when to defer the decision to higher level staff.
- Multitask to include processing multiple requests from various individuals and crews.
- Estimate and make recommendations related to future supply requirements and/or needs.
- Organize own work, set priorities, meet critical deadlines, and follow-up on assignments.
- Effectively use computer systems, software applications relevant to work performed, and modern business equipment to perform a variety of work tasks.
- Communicate clearly and concisely, both orally and in writing, using appropriate English grammar and syntax
- Add, subtract, multiply, divide, and calculate percentages, fractions, and decimals.
- Use forklifts, pallet jacks, hand trucks, trucks, and other light equipment in the storage and delivery of material, supplies, and parts.
Selection Process
HOW TO APPLY
Read the job notice thoroughly, note the minimum requirements of the position, and compile any information or documents necessary for the application. Complete and submit your application along with supporting documents such as resume and cover letter. It is important that your application is complete and thorough. Please include all requested information including education, certifications, and relevant experience.
Be advised that, while you may submit a resume with your application, resumes will not be accepted in lieu of an application. Incomplete applications will likely be rejected.
SELECTION PROCESS
Human Resources administers the Agency’s recruitment procedures to ensure a fair and unbiased selection. Applications may be removed from the process if they are incomplete or where the applicant does not meet the minimum qualifications. Accepted applicants will interview before an unbiased, multiparty interview and scoring panel. Interviewed applicants will be scored on areas such as education, experience, demonstrated qualifications, communication skills, and interview presentation, among others. While seniority is considered, the Agency will choose the best qualified candidate regardless of time at the Agency. The Agency strives to fill each position with the most qualified candidate.
RECRUITMENT STATUS
Applicants will be provided notification electronically to the email provided in the application. To check the status of a submitted job application and to track the recruitment process, log in to governmentjobs.com by clicking the “Applicant Login” button on the Agency’s Job Opportunities page. Once you sign in, you will be directed to your Applications page where you can view the status of Submitted (and Incomplete) applications.
EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER
The Agency selects applicants on the basis of applicant qualifications and prohibits unlawful discrimination based on race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, religious or political affiliation, creed, citizenship status, military service status, marital status, pregnancy, age (over 40), national origin, ancestry, medical condition, physical or mental disability, or any other basis protected by federal, state or local laws.
REASONABLE ACCOMMODATION OF DISABILITIES
The Agency will make reasonable accommodations for disabilities, both in the application process and in the performance of the job. Any applicant who requires an accommodation in the application process should contact Human Resources for assistance.
Questions or concerns related to the Agency’s Equal Opportunity Employer policy or any request for reasonable accommodation should be directed to Human Resources at (661) 297-1600.
At-Will Limited Duration Employees are generally not eligible for benefits, except to the extent required by law or established by special agreement.
01
Do you possess a high school diploma or equivalent GED?
- Yes
- No
02
Do you have three (3) years of progressively responsible experience providing clerical and technical support to a comprehensive warehousing and storekeeping function, or one (1) year of experience as a Purchasing and Warehouse Technician I with the Agency?
- Yes
- No
03
Do you possess a valid Class C California driver license? Individuals who do not meet this requirement due to a physical disability will be considered on a case-by-case basis.
- Yes
- No
04
The successful candidate must illustrate, within 6 months of hire, proficiency operating a forklift, which may be obtained through Agency provided training and assessment by supervisor. Please select from the answers below:
- Yes, I understand I must illustrate proficiency operating a forklift within 6 months of hire.
- No, I decline and am withdrawing my application.
Required Question