Stock Worker

Position Description

This position will be responsible for ordering, receiving, processing payment, storage and distribution of supplies, materials and equipment, including the maintenance of related records. Position is required to maintain accurate and timely records of all transactions for reviewal. Working in multiple software and applications.

The Traffic & Parking Services Department is currently seeking to fill two (2) vacant Stock Worker positions :

• One (1) full-time, permanent position
• One (1) full-time, temporary position with a duration of up to six months.

Work Location : This position currently works on-site only.

The City of Minneapolis does not sponsor applicants for work visas.

Job Duties and Responsibilities

Working Conditions / Physical Requirements : Office, warehouse and field. Work is performed in both indoor stockroom environments and outdoor yard areas, with exposure to varying weather conditions, dust, noise, and vehicle traffic. Duties require frequent standing and walking, as well as bending, lifting, pushing, pulling, and maneuvering inventory items and supplies weighing up to 100 pounds. Work may involve operating forklifts, handling large or bulky shipments, and climbing in and out of trucks or onto loading platforms. The position also requires maintaining an organized stockroom, moving materials in confined or crowded storage areas, and safely navigating warehouse equipment. Personal protective equipment may be required depending on the task, and adherence to all applicable safety standards and procedures is expected.

Required Qualifications

Minimum Education :

High School Diploma or equivalent

Minimum Experience :

One year of experience in a computerized stockroom performing duties similar to those listed above

Licenses / Certifications :

Possess and maintain a valid Drivers License

Forklift Certification required within 6 months of hire (The city will provide the training and assistance as needed)

An updated resume is required with your application. If you have a forklift certification, please include a copy of your certification as well.

Selection Process

The selection process will consist of one or more of the following steps : a rating of relevant education and experience 100%. It is important that your application show all the relevant education and experience you possess. This information will be used to determine which candidates will proceed in the selection process. A submitted application is also used to verify the answers to any supplemental questions. Only those candidates who attain a passing score 70% on each step in the selection process will be placed on the eligible list. The City of Minneapolis Human Resources Department reserves the right to limit the number in any phase of the selection process.

Background Check

The City has determined that a criminal background check and / or qualifications check may be necessary for certain positions with this job title. Applicants may be required to sign an informed consent form allowing the City to obtain their criminal history and / or verify their qualifications in connection with the position sought. Applicants who do not sign the informed consent form will not be further considered for the position.

Drug and Alcohol Testing

All job applicants must pass a pre-employment drug and alcohol test once a conditional offer of employment has been made. Applicants will be required to sign a notification and consent form prior to undergoing drug and alcohol testing. Applicants who do not consent to undergo drug and alcohol testing will not be required to do so and the City will withdraw the conditional job offer, resulting in the job applicant no longer being considered for the position.

Medical Exam

After a conditional job offer, candidates will be required to pass a medical examination which includes a physical screening.

Union Representation

This position is represented by a collective bargaining agreement between the City of Minneapolis and the Laborers #363 (CLB). For more information on the terms and conditions of this agreement please visit : Laborers - City of Minneapolis

Eligible List Statement

The names of applicants who meet minimum qualification and who pass the screening process shall be placed on the eligible list for employment consideration. This list will be certified to the hiring manager who may use the list to fill a vacancy of the same job title. This eligible list will expire one month after it has been established.

Interview Selection

The hiring authority reserves the right to determine the maximum number of candidates to interview from the established eligible list. If the hiring authority decides to interview other than by exam score order, they may select additional people to interview based on a candidate's education or experience related to the field, work history, or skills uniquely related to the operational needs of the position.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

Knowledge of and ability to use a computerized inventory software ordering and payment system and procurement procedures.

Knowledge of modern office equipment and computer software packages used in the assigned area.

Excellent communication skills.

Good customer service skills. Work well with others and as a team.

Ability to perform calculations and maintain accurate records.

Excellent oral and written communication skills.

Ability to multi-task.

Detail oriented with the ability to work independently managing time and priorities.

Good excel skills

Ability to operate a forklift or similar equipment.

Physical ability to lift or move up to one hundred pounds.

As the largest and most vibrant city in the state, Minneapolis depends on purposeful, dedicated and innovative employees. Minneapolis has a large variety of careers for people of all experiences and backgrounds who come together for a singular purpose-serving the residents, businesses and visitors of Minneapolis.

The City of Minneapolis is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity and Affirmative Action employer.