Metro’s mission is to provide a world-class transportation system that enhances the quality of life for all who live, work, and play within LA County.
Description
Under moderate supervision, receives, stores, monitors, orders, issues, and maintains computerized inventory records of vehicle parts and other materials.
Examples of Duties
Operates a computer to identify, retrieve, enter, update and/or verify stock availability and status; ensures that items are charged to the appropriate cost center
Issues parts and other materials upon request
Receives materials from outside vendors
Checks orders received from various Metro departments, divisions, and vendors and ensures placement in proper storage bin
Conducts storeroom inventory, including performing cycle counting to maintain adequate supply levels; orders supplies
Operates forklift to move, load, and unload materials
Responds to inquiries from various Metro locations regarding status of requested materials and parts
Modifies crates, pallets, or boxes to protect and safeguard goods during storage or distribution
Cleans and maintains work area
Picks up and delivers supplies to various locations when necessary using a Metro vehicle
Adjusts pallet racking, shelving, or cabinets to maximize storage capacity
Contributes to ensuring that the Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) policies and programs of Metro are carried out
Minimum Qualifications
May be required to perform other related job duties
Required
A combination of education and/or experience that provides the required knowledge, skills, and abilities to perform the essential functions of the position. Additional experience, as outlined below, may be substituted for required education on a year-for-year basis. A typical combination includes:
Education
None Required
Experience
One year of relevant experience performing stock, warehouse, or inventory control work in a computerized/automated environment, including operation of a forklift ; experience in an automotive, mechanical parts counter support, or manufacturing environment is preferred; successful completion of Metro's "Promoting to Stock Clerk Trainee" training program may be substituted for experience
Certifications/Licenses/Special Requirements
Must comply with all California Occupational Safety and Health Administration (Cal/OSHA) regulations and utilize approved safety equipment and personal protective gear including, but not limited to, respirators, eye and hearing protective devices (HPD), if and when required
Valid California Class C Driver License
Possession of a forklift certification/license or the ability to obtain a forklift certification/license within the first two weeks assigned to the Stock Clerk classification
Essential Knowledge
Knowledge of (defined as a learned body of information that is required for and applied in the performance of job tasks)
Basic warehousing and inventory control practices
Shipping and receiving practices and procedures
Safety procedures
Basic arithmetic
Vehicle operations and safety
Applicable business software applications
Computerized inventory control systems
Material handling equipment operation such as forklifts, hand trucks, etc.
Nomenclature of parts, tools, and equipment used in a bus, rail, or automotive repair shop
Trade manuals and parts catalogs covering bus, rail, and/or automotive equipment
Skill in (defined as the proficient manual, verbal, or mental utilization of data, people, or things)
Safely operating material handling equipment, weight scales, banding machines, and counting scales
Communicating effectively with others
Interacting professionally with various levels of internal and external clients and representatives
Operating computers and office equipment
Accurately enter and retrieve data
Ability to (defined as a present competence to perform an observable behavior or produce an observable result)
Stock, transport, and distribute parts and materials
Practice Metro's inventory control procedures
Maintain inventory records and logs
Safely operate supply trucks, forklifts, and Metro vehicles
Follow oral and written instructions
Independently lift and move objects weighing up to 50 pounds; lift and move objects weighing over 51 pounds with assistance
Read, write, speak, and understand English Special Conditions The physical demands described are representative of those that must be met by the employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Metro provides reasonable accommodation to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Working Conditions
Close exposure to computer monitors and video screen
Stockroom or warehouse
High dust, dirt, and/or grease environment
High noise environment
Work with regular exposure to odors or fumes
Work with vibrating equipment
Work on elevated surfaces or below ground level
Work on slippery or uneven surfaces
Work in awkward or confining/enclosed spaces
Exposure to explosives and/or highly flammable materials
Exposure to hazardous chemicals, solvents, and/or gases
Exposure to moving machinery and/or vehicles
Exposure to physical and verbal abuse by clients/customers and/or general public
Extensive safety training and/or use of protective devices and personal protective gear
Work irregular hours, weekends, or holidays
Physical Effort Required
Sitting at a desk or table
Operate a telephone or other telecommunications device and communicate through the medium
Type and use a keyboard and mouse to perform necessary computer-based functions
Bending or twisting at the neck, waist and/or knees
Intermittently sitting, standing, stooping
Pushing and/or pulling
Lifting or carrying
Climbing (e.g., ladders, scaffolds, stairs, poles, into vehicles, etc.)
Balancing to prevent falling or erratic movement
Driving and/or operating heavy equipment
Handling by seizing, holding, grasping, or turning hands, but without finger dexterity
Reaching by extending hand(s) and/or arm(s) in any direction
Using equipment requiring high level of hand and finger dexterity
Safely use sharp objects and tools
Operating foot pedals
Communicating through speech in the English language required
(JC)
Metro is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, creed, ancestry, national origin, gender, marital status, sexual orientation, religion, age, veteran status, or disability. Learn more about Metro’s Equal Employment Opportunity Program . Metro does not deny participation in the application process to anyone with prior justice system involvement, in line with Fair Chance hiring practices.
Selection Procedure
Applicants who best meet job-related qualifications will be invited to participate in the examination process that may consist of any combination of written, performance, or oral appraisal to further evaluate job-related experience, knowledge, skills and abilities.
Application Procedure
To apply, visit Metro's website at www.metro.net and complete an online Employment Application.
Computers are available to complete online Employment Applications at the following Metro location:
METRO Headquarters, Employment Office
One Gateway Plaza
Los Angeles, CA 90012
Telephone: (213) 922-6217 or persons with hearing or speech impairments can use California Relay Service 711 to contact Metro.
All completed online Employment Applications must be received by 5:00 p.m. on the closing date. Late applications will not be considered.
Open to the public and all Metro employees
This job bulletin is not to be construed as an exhaustive list of duties, responsibilities, or requirements. Employees may be required to perform other related job duties.