Warehouse Specialist at Utah Transit Authority

Utah Transit Authority

Job Summary

Researches, analyzes, and evaluates correct repair parts and materials. Receives incoming freight, identifies problems with shipments and coordinates reconciliations with suppliers as necessary. Maintains and updates automated bar code system to track proof of deliveries. Selects freight companies for all merchandise and parts returns to suppliers and coordinates all outgoing shipments. Compiles stock orders to replenish Business Unit inventories. Operates, maintains, diagnoses problems, performs basic repairs and replaces parts on high speed Vertical Lift Module (VLM) and all equipment in the warehouse.

Minimum Qualifications

EDUCATION/TRAINING:

High School diploma. Some college courses or formal training in Purchasing, Materials Management, Warehousing or related field is preferred.

EXPERIENCE:

Two years of shipping and receiving experience. Heavy-duty diesel parts experience or knowledge of bus and train parts is preferred. Two years experience using JD Edwards preferred. UPS/FedEx shipping software is preferred. VLM operation/maintenance or high density storage equipment or equivalent experience preferred.

Must have a valid Utah drivers license. Must be a safe driver with no more than 4 moving violations in the past three 3 years. Cannot have more than 1 violation of driving under the influence of alcohol, any drug, or the combined influence of any alcohol or any drug within the last 10 years.

Knowledge:

• Experience utilizing parts publications for parts research from vendors such as Detroit Cummings, Gillig, MCI, New Flyer, Siemens, and Bombardier is preferred.
• Knowledge of Import/Export regulations/laws for US, Canada and Europe helpful.
• Advanced knowledge of JD Edwards preferred.

Skills:

• Strong customer service and communication. Ability to interact in a professional manner at all times.
• Microsoft Office software proficiency at a basic level in Word and Excel.

Abilities:

• Must be certified or be able to be certified to operate sit down counterbalanced fork truck, narrow aisle fork truck, electric pallet jack and aerial lift.
• Ability to use power tools such as compound miter saw, reciprocating saw, screw gun, etc. is helpful.
• Must be able to perform effectively in a fast paced environment.

Must be able to lift at least 50 lbs.

This job requires regular and predictable attendance.

- OR - An equivalent combination of relevant education and experience. UTA reserves the right to determine the equivalencies of education and experience. UTAs benefits package for full-time administrative employees includes:

• Health, dental, vision, life/AD&D, short-term and long-term disability insurance (eligible after 30 days of employment), with Flexible Spending and Dependent Care accounts. Choice between Traditional Co-Pay or High Deductible Health Plans for medical coverage. HSA with company match available to employees enrolled in the HDHP. Benefit plans include coverage for domestic partners (eligibility affidavit required for coverage).
• Onsite Health and Wellness Clinics for medical care at no cost to employees, spouses, domestic partners, and dependent children.
• 22 days of accrued paid time off (13 vacation days and 9 sick days), which increases with tenure at UTA.
• 10 paid holidays and two paid (2) floating holidays per year.
• Retirement options - Pension Plan with 5-year vesting schedule and 457 Contribution Plan, available for immediate contributions and company matching.
• Generous tuition reimbursement for higher education, available for any higher education degree (bachelor, master, or PHD). Course of study must be approved prior to enrollment.
• Training, development, and career advancement opportunities.
• Paid parental leave for birth, adoption, and child placement (after 12 months of employment).
• Free transit passes for employees, their spouses, and their dependent children.
• Employee assistance program includes counseling, legal services, financial planning, etc.
• UTA Well a comprehensive wellness program designed to support employees and dependents in their health and wellness goals.
• Free on-site fitness facilities and discounted membership to VASA Fitness.

Shift: 8am-4pmMonday Friday, day shift (hours may vary)
Pay Rate: $21.875 - $25.240 per hour, commensurate with experienceShift: 3:30pm-11:30pm Monday Friday, night shift (hours may vary)
Pay Rate: $21.875 - $25.240 per hour, commensurate with experience Close Date: Oct 18, 2024 by 5:59pm For more information on UTAs Total Rewards benefits package, please visit: Utah Transit Authority is an Equal Opportunity Employer of all persons regardless of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, covered veterans, sexual orientation, and gender identity. Women, minorities, and people with disabilities are encouraged to apply. Applicants needing an accommodation under the Americans with Disabilities Act for any part of the application process should contact UTA Human Resources at . A minimum of two workdays notice prior to the need for the accommodation is required. PM21

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