Warehouse Worker II/Delivery Driver #54-26 (Promotional Only) - Costa Mesa

The Vacancy · The Vacancy, Basic Function, Minimum Qualifications · This recruitment is PROMOTIONAL ONLY meaning only current permanent employees of the District can apply. · There is currently one vacancy in the Purchasing and Warehouse Department working 8 hours per day (6:00 a ...

Job description

The Vacancy

The Vacancy, Basic Function, Minimum Qualifications

This recruitment is PROMOTIONAL ONLY meaning only current permanent employees of the District can apply.

There is currently one vacancy in the Purchasing and Warehouse Department working 8 hours per day (6:00 a.m. - 2:30 p.m.), 5 days per week, 12 months per year.

Basic Function

Under the direction of the Warehouse Supervisor, receive, prepare and distribute mail, materials, supplies, food and equipment for the Warehouse Department to assure efficient operations; maintain related computerized inventory control records and prepare related reports.

Distinguishing Characteristics

The Warehouse Worker II/Delivery Driver classification performs a variety of responsible inventory support and distribution duties for the Warehouse Department.

Incumbents in the Lead Warehouse Worker/Delivery Driver classification serve in a lead capacity over an assigned warehouse function and personnel.

Incumbents in the Warehouse Worker/Delivery Driver classification perform a variety of warehouse and delivery duties.

Minimum Qualifications


EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:

Any combination equivalent to:

graduation from high school and two years' experience driving light trucks in delivery work or in a warehouse environment.

Licenses And Other Requirements

Valid California Class C driver's license.

Valid forklift certification.

Examination Procedures And Information

The Examination

Exam Weight


Supplemental Questions:
Qualifying

Written Examination: 50%

Qualifications Appraisal Interview: 50%

The supplemental questions to the application will be reviewed and rated for certification. These questions are required at the time of application and are qualifying.

An eligibility list will be established for successful candidates which will be used to fill substitute and regular positions during the life of the list.

Examinations and interviews held to create the eligible list will be conducted virtually, using different online/internet platforms that require video recording or conferencing capabilities, as well as access to a computer with an internet connection and basic Microsoft Office Suite Software.

The virtual written examination is tentatively scheduled for the week of March 2nd. The virtual qualifications appraisal interview (oral exam) is tentatively scheduled for the week of March 16th.

You will be contacted via email, as indicated on your application, regarding your ability to participate in the examination phase of this recruitment.

Applications will be reviewed for minimum requirements.

However, Newport-Mesa Unified School District reserves the right to hold a competitive screening based on the number of applications and the needs of the District.

If you elect to have Newport-Mesa Unified School District (hereafter, 'District') contact you via email regarding your application and the hiring process, please be aware that the District is not responsible for any contacts you may have blocked on your email service.

Unclaimed emails to applicants are not the responsibility of the District.

In an effort to allow our emails through your personal spam filter, you can try to add the domain and to your safe senders list.

Job Responsibilities

Representative Duties


ESSENTIAL DUTIES:

Receive, prepare and distribute incoming and outgoing mail, materials, supplies, food and equipment to various District locations; prepare and maintain routine records related to assigned activities.

Receive warehouse stock orders, pull, wrap and load delivery trucks; load and unload delivery vehicles; store materials, supplies and equipment in a neat, orderly and efficient manner.

Shelve and store items received in the appropriate section of the warehouse; place food items in racks, coolers or freezers as required; rotate perishable and nonperishable inventory as needed; assure food shipments are not spoiled or damaged.

Drive a vehicle to various locations along assigned routes to deliver goods; maintain cleanliness of vehicles; service and run safety checks on assigned vehicle.

Monitor and update computerized inventory control records as needed; perform periodic warehouse inventory activities; plan storage locations and utilize space efficiently.

Inspect shipments against packing slips and purchase orders, report damage, shortage or discrepancies.

Greet visitors and District personnel at the warehouse; receive and issue materials, supplies and equipment; coordinate maintenance materials for special projects.

Communicate with school and District personnel regarding the pickup and delivery of orders; communicate with outside vendors regarding pricing and status of orders.

Pick up and authorize supplies from the main District warehouse.

Maintain warehouse in a clean and orderly condition; maintain cleanliness of Warehouse Department equipment.

Operate a District vehicle and a variety of warehouse equipment including forklifts, pallet jacks, dollies and postage meters.

Perform related duties as assigned.

Knowledge And Abilities


KNOWLEDGE OF:
Materials and supplies inventory control.

Basic methods, practices and terminology used in warehouse operations.

Use and terminology of requisitions, purchase orders, invoices and other warehouse documents.

Proper methods of storing equipment, materials and supplies.

Proper loading and unloading of trucks.

Shipping and receiving procedures.

Operation of equipment and machines used in the receipt, storage and shipping of supplies, materials and equipment.

Record-keeping techniques.

Interpersonal skills using tact, patience and courtesy.

Proper lifting techniques.

Basic computer operation.

Health and safety regulations.

Basic math.

Ability To

Perform physical and clerical duties involved in packing, storing and shipping supplies.

Receive, store, ship and deliver materials, supplies and equipment to various locations.

Operate a variety of warehouse machines and equipment.

Participate in warehouse operations.

Take inventory and maintain accurate control systems.

Utilize space efficiently and effectively.

Order parts and supplies according to established guidelines.

Maintain records related to inventory and work performed.

Observe health and safety regulations.

Understand and follow oral and written instructions.

Prioritize and schedule work.

Operate a computer.

Environment


WORKING CONDITIONS:
Warehouse environment.

Driving a vehicle to conduct work.

Fumes from vehicle and equipment operation.

Physical Demands

Sitting or standing for extended periods of time.

Lifting, carrying, pushing and pulling heavy objects.

Dexterity of hands and fingers to operate a computer and various warehouse equipment.

Reaching overhead, above the shoulders and horizontally.

Bending at the waist, kneeling and crouching.

Heavy physical labor.

Seeing to read a variety of documents.

Climbing ladders to reach supplies and equipment.

Hazards

Driving a vehicle during adverse weather conditions.

Working around and with machinery having moving parts.

Working at heights.

Personnel Commission July 2024

Personnel Commission April 2001

Ewing Consulting, Inc. December 1999

VACATION – HOLIDAYS - ILLNESS

Employees accumulate twelve (12) days of vacation during the first year of employment, increasing up to twenty-two (22) days beginning the 18th year of service, prorated for part-time, 9, 10, and 11 month assignments.

The number of paid holidays per year varies from twelve (12) to fifteen (15) days depending on the work calendar.

Employees accumulate twelve (12) days of paid sick leave per year, with unlimited accumulation, prorated for part-time, 9, 10, and 11 month employees.

RETIREMENT

All employees who are in the classified service and work four (4) hours per day or more are members of the Public Employees' Retirement System (CalPERS) and Federal Social Security.

If an employee in the classified service works less than four (4) hours per day they are members of an Alternate Retirement System (PARS) and do not contribute to Social Security.

Approximately 7% is deducted from your paycheck for PERS retirement.

HEALTH & WELFARE

The District offers a comprehensive health benefits program for employees who work twenty (20) hours or more per week. This includes medical, vision, dental insurance plans and life insurance for employees.

For full-time employees the District pays the employee's health, vision, dental, and life insurance premiums with an employee contribution required for some plans.

For part-time employees plans are available on a prorated basis. Dependent coverage is available.

See all benefit options here:

PROFESSIONAL GROWTH
The District encourages employees to pursue professional growth. Professional growth points shall be earned by employee participation while in non-paid status in activities which are employment related.

Professional growth points are awarded annually and accumulate at $20 per approved Professional Growth Point and/or tuition and textbook reimbursement up to $500 is also available - limited to one per year.

01

Information I provide to the following supplemental questions will be reviewed as part of the application process. Questions that are not fully and completely answered will be considered grounds for disqualification from the examination process. Stating "see resume" in lieu of a complete response to these questions is not acceptable. Select "Yes" to indicate that you have read and understand these instructions.

Yes

02

I understand that this position is Promotional Only and that I must be a current NMUSD Classified Employee in a permanent position in order to be considered.

Yes

03

Do you have a high school diploma or equivalent?

Yes
No

04

Do you have a valid California Driver's License (or an out of state license and are willing to obtain a California Driver's License upon offer of employment)?

Yes
No

05

Do you have a valid Forklift Certification?

Yes
No
No, but I am willing to obtain a forklift certificate

06

If you answered YES to the above question, return to the main application in the attachments section and attach a copy of your certification.

Select YES to indicate that you have read and understand these instructions.

Yes

07

How many years of verifiable job related experience do you have working in a warehouse or distribution center?

None
Less than 1 year
1-2 years
2-3 years
3 years or more

08

How many years of verifiable job related experience do you have operating a box delivery truck exceeding 16 feet in length?

None
Less than 1 year
1-2 years
2-3 years
3 years or more

09

How many years of verifiable job related experience do you have that includes methods used in the receipt, storage and issuance or delivery of a wide variety of goods?

None
Less than 1 year
1-2 years
2-3 years
3 years or more

10

How many years of verifiable job related experience do you have using computer based shipping and receiving processes, Microsoft Office programs, electronic hand held scanners for deliveries and document scanners?

None
Less than 1 year
1-2 years
2-3 years
3 years or more

11

How many years of verifiable job related experience do you have operating multiple model forklifts, electric pallets jacks, order pickers and other warehouse related equipment?

None
Less than 1 year
1-2 years
2-3 years
3 years or more

12

How many years of verifiable job related experience do you have working in a position that required direct customer interaction?

None
Less than 1 year
1-2 years
2-3 years
3 years or more

13

According to the job announcement, check the level of your proficiency to perform the minimum qualifications listed: Receive shipments and verify specifications, quantity and quality

No ability to apply this knowledge in work-related situations
Limited ability to apply this knowledge in work-related situations
Proficient and experienced in applying this knowledge in work-related situations

14

Prepare orders from requisitions and pull stock for delivery

No ability to apply this knowledge in work-related situations
Limited ability to apply this knowledge in work-related situations
Proficient and experienced in applying this knowledge in work-related situations

15

Conduct physical inventories, verify stock and identify losses

No ability to apply this knowledge in work-related situations
Limited ability to apply this knowledge in work-related situations
Proficient and experienced in applying this knowledge in work-related situations

16

Load a delivery vehicle with a variety of supplies and materials

No ability to apply this knowledge in work-related situations
Limited ability to apply this knowledge in work-related situations
Proficient and experienced in applying this knowledge in work-related situations

17

Research discrepancies in records such as purchase orders and packing slips

No ability to apply this knowledge in work-related situations
Limited ability to apply this knowledge in work-related situations
Proficient and experienced in applying this knowledge in work-related situations

18

Maintain files, records, schedules, calendars, catalogs, and inventory

No ability to apply this knowledge in work-related situations
Limited ability to apply this knowledge in work-related situations
Proficient and experienced in applying this knowledge in work-related situations

19

Operate a computer, related software and various office equipment

No ability to apply this knowledge in work-related situations
Limited ability to apply this knowledge in work-related situations
Proficient and experienced in applying this knowledge in work-related situations

20

The questions below are designed to indicate whether you are willing to perform the duty listed. Check YES if you are willing to perform this duty or NO if you are not. Please keep in mind that all of the duties listed are REQUIRED of the position.

If you are not willing to do any one of the duties listed, you will not be considered in the recruitment process.

Select "Yes" to indicate that you have read and understand these instructions.

Yes

21

Loading and unloading delivery trucks.

Yes
No

22

Driving a vehicle during adverse weather conditions.

Yes
No

23

Performing heavy physical labor.

Yes
No

24

Working on ladders and at heights.

Yes
No

25

Working around and with machinery having moving parts.

Yes
No

26

Working around loud or noisy equipment.

Yes
No

27

Working around fumes from vehicle and equipment operation.

Yes
No

28

Working around and in cold food storage units and freezers.

Yes
No

29

Describe your work experience as it applies to inventory control, inventory tracking and stock rotation processes. Be sure to include the size of the warehouse and the type of materials for which you were responsible.

30

Describe a situation where you had a difficult warehouse/delivery driver event and how you resolved it.

Required Question