Under the direction of the Warehouse Supervisor the Warehouse Assistant will assist with the warehousing and distribution of all parts and supplies for the Facilities and Operations department. Assists with the modification, creation and updating of the inventory records in the inventory management system. Prepares stock accounting documents. Warehouse Assistant will also assist with basic fleet maintenance. Maintains a professional, cordial working relationship with vendors to facilitate effective processing while following all university and state purchasing guidelines. Provides a high degree of customer satisfaction and responsiveness to requests for products, supplies, and equipment.

Required Qualifications

• Previous experience in a stockroom and/or warehouse environment.
• Ability to drive a variety of vehicles including box trucks.
• Experience with shipping, receiving, and inventory control procedures.
• Automotive repair knowledge.
• Customer service experience in dealing with the public, vendors, and customers both inside & outside the organization.
• Experience making deliveries, loading and unloading product in a safe manner.
• Knowledge of storage/ handling techniques and safety regulations.
• Experience assisting with inventory reports and spreadsheets, requisitions, invoices, and shipping logs.
• Demonstrated knowledge of computers, calculators and routine mathematical calculations as they relate to weights and measures of inventory, and online purchasing.
• Experience with Windows and the Microsoft Office Suite or similar system and programs.
• Ability to communicate effectively and be a team player. Ability to work independently and with minimum supervision.

Preferred Qualifications

Associates Degree or equivalent experience in Accounting or related field.

Pay Band

2

Appointment Type

Regular

Salary Information

Salary $34,450/year

Review Date

April 30, 2024

Additional Information

The successful candidate will be required to have a criminal conviction check as well as a driving check with a safe driving record.

About Virginia Tech

Dedicated to its motto, Ut Prosim (That I May Serve), Virginia Tech pushes the boundaries of knowledge by taking a hands-on, transdisciplinary approach to preparing scholars to be leaders and problem-solvers. A comprehensive land-grant institution that enhances the quality of life in Virginia and throughout the world, Virginia Tech is an inclusive community dedicated to knowledge, discovery, and creativity. The university offers more than 280 majors to a diverse enrollment of more than 36,000 undergraduate, graduate, and professional students in eight undergraduate colleges , a school of medicine , a veterinary medicine college, Graduate School , and Honors College . The university has a significant presence across Virginia, including the Innovation Campus in Northern Virginia; the Health Sciences and Technology Campus in Roanoke; sites in Newport News and Richmond; and numerous Extension offices and research centers . A leading global research institution, Virginia Tech conducts more than $500 million in research annually.

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If you are an individual with a disability and desire an accommodation, please contact Sarah Schuster at sdavis15@vt.edu during regular business hours at least 10 business days prior to the event.

About Student Affairs:

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Advertised: April 22, 2024
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