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Massachusetts Employer INVENTORY CONTROL CLERK in Salem, Massachusetts
Definition Administrative, technical and clerical work ensuring that spare parts are adequately available for equipment repairs; materials, supplies and equipment are promptly ordered, and tools and equipment are properly cleaned and stored; all other related work as required. Recommended Minimum Qualifications Education and Experience High school graduation, or equivalent and at least three to five years related experience in the storage, inventory, supply and ordering of parts, equipment and tools, or an equivalent combination of education and experience. Special Requirements Valid Driver\'s License Knowledge, Ability and Skill Knowledge. Thorough knowledge of how to order, handle, store and inventory parts, equipment, materials and supplies used to maintain and repair wastewater treatment machinery, equipment and automotive equipment. Knowledge of stock keeping practices and methods. General knowledge of warehouse procedures. Some mechanical knowledge of machinery, equipment and tools. Ability. Ability to maintain well-organized and accurate records and prepare routine reports. Ability to catalog vendor information on parts, equipment and tools, including prices. Ability to maintain a good working relationship with fellow employees and vendors. Ability to periodically perform strenuous physical duties. Ability to operate equipment, hand and power tools used to load, unload, pack and unpack materials, supplies and equipment. Ability to perform basic computer operation. Skill. Excellent communication skills, both oral and written. Strong organizational skills. Physical Requirements Moderate physical effort generally required to perform work including bending, walking, climbing, reaching and standing. Frequently required to move (push, pull, lift or carry) objects weighing up to sixty (60) pounds. Occasionally required to operate equipment, hand and power tools requiring manual dexterity. Good eyesight (sharp, close, distance, color, peripheral, and depth vision) and hearing well within normal ranges. Supervision Works under the direct supervision of the assistant superintendent and/or superintendent of maintenance. Performs ordering and stock keeping functions, following defined procedures and methods, with minimum supervision requiring a moderate amount of responsibility and independent judgement in determining methods of completion. Job Environment Some work is performed under typical office conditions with noise from office equipment and light traffic; other work is frequently performed under shop conditions with loud noises from large equipment and vehicles with exposure to fumes and airborne particles and extremes of heat and cold. Operates standard office equipment, including a computer. Has frequent contact with maintenance employees and vendors; has some contact with other District employees. Errors in judgement could result in delays or loss of service, monetary loss, injury to self and other employees, damage to equipment and legal ramifications to the District. Adheres to District safety rules, regulations and policies. Essential Functions The essential functions or duties listed below are intended only as illustrations of the various types of work that may be performed. The omission of specific statements of duties does not exclude them from the position if the work is similar, related, or a logical assignment to the position. Prepares purchase orders and places orders for parts, equipment, tools, materials and supplies as necessary to meet the District?s needs. Maintains inventory of spare parts, equipment, tools, materials and supplies, including but not limited to lubricants (grease and oil), paint, janitorial, electrical, instrumentation, plumbing and office supplies. Receives, promptly unpacks and places in proper storage all orders and shipments of parts, equipment, materials and supplies.