Beginning Warehouseman (Time Limited)

Job ID

16602

Department

Materials Mgmt & Warehousing (10000022)

Union Classification

Union IBEW

Type

Full Time - Hourly

# of Openings

1

Job Location

Everett, Washington (US-WA)

Closing Date

02/05/2026

Salary/Wage

$26.60 per hour

Posting Information

This vacancy is Time-Limited, associated with the Connect Up project, and anticipated to last up to 2 years.

Position Information

This position is Connect Up Time-Limited for up to 2 years (24 months)

Current internal represented employees moving into these jobs will have a Letter of Agreement (LOA) outlining their job return rights at the end of the project.

Job Definition

Under the direction of the Warehouse Foreman, Stores Planner or Storekeeper, learns and completes the District’s salvage process. Makes hand coils and fits new seven foot cross-arms with hardware. Issues, inspects and returns materials. Drives various District vehicles and delivers material to Crews and assists with other warehouse duties.

Distinguishing Characteristics

Incumbents must pass a written and physical examination for placement into this position. The Beginning Warehouseman is a learning/training position with step progressions, time requirements, and increased responsibility assigned as knowledge and experience is gained. (Two-year training program) Progression from Beginning Warehouseman to Warehouseman does not require a bid, but is contingent on satisfactory job performance evaluation.

Each six months, a formal performance evaluation will be administered by the Manager, Foreman and the training Storekeeper, to assure the incumbent is achieving the necessary experience and training and exhibiting knowledge and skills to progress to the Warehouseman classification.

The Beginning Warehouseman position requires successful completion of a joint collaborative interview process. The interview team will be comprised of an equal number of management and represented members. Represented members for the interview team will be by selection of the IBEW.

Essential Job Functions

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:

1. Performs salvaging and cleans both new and used material for returns.

2. Performs wire winding and fits new seven foot cross arms with hardware.

3. Delivers District supplies to various locations on a daily basis.

4. Fill propane tanks for crews.

5. Furnishes the dock and back of the Warehouse with pans and pallets for the crews for new and used material.

Knowledge gained/Training received:

- Propane and Forklift Certification.

- CPR and First Aid training and certification.

- Defensive driving training.

- Orientation of warehouse processes and materials.

- Fundamentals of the Warehouse.

- District Accident Prevention Manual.

- Fundamentals of Electricity.

- Obtain Valid Washington State Commercial Driver’s Permit and License, Class A, within first six months in the job.

SECOND SIX (6) MONTHS:

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:

1. All duties outlined for first six (6) months above.

2. All aspects of issuing and returning of materials and associated recordkeeping.

3. Stocks exempt bins on dock.

4. Begins training on Front Desk and Receiving duties.

Knowledge gained/Training received:

- Orientation to and working with the Master Catalog.

- Loed Training.

- Outer office orientation and training.

- Orientation to procedures associated with material delivery.

THIRD SIX (6) MONTHS:

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:

1. All duties outlined for first twelve (12) months above.

2. Familiarization with trucking operations. Upon completion of this orientation, incumbent will be placed on the overtime call out list.

3. Begins local pick-up truck material deliveries

4. May be required to fill in at outer offices during emergencies.

Knowledge gained/Training received:

- Training on the knuckle boom with stiff legs.

- Heavy Duty Freight Truck.

FOURTH SIX (6) MONTHS:

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:

1. All duties outlined for first eighteen (18) months above.

2. Outer office fill in.

3. Introduction and familiarity with performing cycle count inventory.

4. Demonstrates use of tools (computer programs, etc.) of the trade.

5. Prepares recordkeeping as relates to Material Requests and returns as trained.

6. Demonstrates knowledge of materials and standards used at the District.

7. Completes work in a safe and efficient manner.

8. Other warehouse duties as assigned.

Knowledge gained/Training received:

- Applicable policies, procedures and agreements of the District.

- Materials and tools used in the Warehouse and the District.

- Cycle count inventory training.

- Computer classes (i.e. MS Word, MS Excel, etc.)

Specialized Job Functions

N/A

Other Job Functions

During all 6 month training phases & thereafter:

- Ensures the work area is kept clean and safe.

- Stocks the dock and back of the warehouse with pans and pallets for the crews to place new and used material.

- Other warehouse duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications

Knowledge of:

- Storeroom, District and Warehouse practices, policies and standards (this knowledge is gained throughout the training process).

- Oral and written communication techniques.

- Basic mathematics.

Ability to:

- Communicate and work effectively with all District employees and customers.

- Use computers, automated systems and databases, and learn new computer software (including materials management systems) implemented by the District after completion of training.

- Operate a calculator, copy machine, bar code equipment, and printers.

- Gain knowledge, comprehend and implement material management and handling techniques.

- Lift, carry and move various warehouse items safely.

- Exercise independent judgment.

- Work in a safe manner.

- Work in a team environment and be an effective team member with a strong customer focus.

- Obtain a Washington State CDL, Class A, within six (6) months after starting in position.

Experience/Education

- High School diploma or equivalent.

- Successful completion of the written and physical abilities testing process.

License/Certification

- Valid Washington State Driver's License, with good driving record.

- Valid Washington State Class A Commercial Driver Permit, within six (6) months from start of job.

- Valid Washington State Class A Commercial Driver License (airbrake restrictions removed) required within six (6) months from start of job with maintenance thereafter.

- CPR/First Aid Certification during first 6 months from start of job.

- Propane/Forklift Certification during first 6 months from start of job.

- Successful completion of a basic math test.

- Successful completion of a physical abilities test.

- Pass a criminal background check and driving record check.

- Pass a joint collaborative interview process.

Preferred Qualifications

- Previous warehouse work environment preferred.

Working Conditions

- Work is performed in both a warehouse and field environment.

- Employee may be exposed to loud noises from machinery, external weather conditions when working in the field, and chemical/hazardous materials and spills.

- The employee must be able to lift and carry an average of 65 pounds.

- Long periods of sitting and driving a freight vehicle and using repetitive hand movement on a computer keyboard is required.

- Must be able to work long hours as storm conditions dictate.

- Incumbent is on call 24 hours a day, seven days per week and may be required to work 7/24.

Benefits

In addition to a competitive compensation program, Snohomish County PUD #1 offers a comprehensive benefits package. Employees and eligible dependents may enroll in medical, dental, vison, core term life insurance, long-term disability, accidental death and dismemberment, voluntary term life, flexible spending accounts, health savings account and retirement benefits (including PERS pension, 401(k), and a 457 plan). The Snohomish County PUD also provides an employee assistance program, tuition reimbursement, short-term disability, paid time off benefits starting at 20 days a year, plus 5 days of extended sick leave and 11 paid holidays. For more information on our benefits package please visit www.snopud.com/benefitoverview

Snohomish County PUD #1 is an Equal Opportunity Employer of Minorities, Women, Disabled and Veterans.

Our Values

We hold ourselves and every member of Team PUD to high standards.

Every day we SAFEGUARD what matters, putting employee and community safety first.

We have INTEGRITY. We are a TEAM.

We SERVE with pride, RISE to challenges.

We choose to INCLUDE all, SEEK growth, and be BOLD.

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