Stock Clerk Ii - Miller Lake, Canada - Province of Nova Scotia

Province of Nova Scotia

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Miller Lake, Canada

1 week ago

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Sophia Lee

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Description

Department:
Public Works

Location:

MILLER LAKE

Type of Employment:
Year Round

Union Status:
CUPE - NSPG

Closing Date:04-Apr-24 (Applications are accepted until 11:59 PM Atlantic Time)

Under Article 13 of the Collective Agreement between the Nova Scotia Department of Public Works and the Canadian Union of Public Employees, Local 1867, the following opportunity is being posted.

About Us:

The Fleet Services Division of the Department of Public Works is recruiting for Stock Clerks to join the Fleet Services team in Miller Lake.

This is your opportunity to become part of the team who are pivotal in ensuring the Public Works Fleet is running smoothly and safely.

As the Stock Clerk, you are one of our key team players who support the overall safety and efficiency of our provincial road network.

About Our Opportunity:

As the Stock Clerk, you ensure the efficient operation and flow of procurement and inventory within the Mechanical Shop.

We operate in a fast-paced environment with ever changing demands and strict deadlines, and we need your ability to multitask and deal with changing priorities to keep our team on track.

You will prepare part kits for the mechanical shop personnel, update parts lists, and complete monthly reports.

Primary Accountabilities:

You will be responsible for the purchase, storage, and issue of inventory for equipment undergoing repairs. In consultation with mechanical shop personnel, technical manuals, and manufacturer parts books, you will determine proper inventory requirements.

You will keep our shop organized by maintaining accurate records of quantity, cost, and type of materials received, stocked and issued.

You are essential in assisting with determining annual physical inventory counts including requirements for snow-plow blades, skid chains, tires, antifreeze, and other standing orders.

You will also be responsible for shipping and receiving duties, including preparing, verifying, recording, unloading shipments, preparing items for shipment and preforms deliveries as needed.

You will have regular contact with suppliers and vendors to determine the status of shipments and expedite back orders as required.

Shop Maintenance is essential to your role.

You will maintain accurate records and filing systems, ensure the security of the stock room and ensure the stock room is organized and clean to support daily operations.

Qualifications and Experience:

You have completed high school plus a diploma with a minimum of five (5) years of related experience in a mechanical shop or stock room.

An acceptable equivalent combination of education, training and experience will be considered.
- knowledge of purchasing policies and procedures;
- a valid driver's Class 5 license is required.
- experience with Automotive, Truck and Transport and Heavy Duty Equipment parts;
- knowledge of record keeping, procurement, and inventory control; and
- familiarity with heavy equipment in order to effectively maintain proper inventory levels.

You have familiarity with computer-based environments including familiarity with electronic parts management systems. Experience with SAP is an asset.

You have a keen eye for detail and well-developed planning and organizational skills to assist with the efficient operation of our team.

Exceptional communication skills, along with interpersonal skills, are essential when liaising with staff, suppliers, and vendors. You consistently maintain a professional and courteous disposition and hold a high standard for client and customer service.

We will assess the above qualifications and competencies using one or more of the following tools: written examination, standardized tests, oral presentations, interview(s), and reference checks.

Equivalency:

An equivalent combination of training, education and experience will be considered.

Equivalencies may include, but are not limited to:

Some High School and at least 7 years of related experience.

Benefits:

Based on the employment status and union agreement, the Government of Nova Scotia offers its employees a wide range of benefits such as Health, Dental, Life Insurance, Pension, General Illness (Short and Long Term), Vacation and Employee and Family Assistance Programs.

Click here to learn more about our various benefits offerings and eligibility criteria.

Working Conditions:

At times you may be required to be available for shift work in emergency situations.

Work is performed in an office / stockroom environment in a mechanical shop which may be occasioned by fumes from equipment, grease from parts, noise, dust.

Additional Information:

There is one (1) opportunity based out of Miller Lake.

Most of your work will be located at Miller Lake, but you will be required to travel and work in other mechanic shops throughout the province as required.

This opportunity is for a 52-week Year-Round position - the duties of which are full time and continuous in nature.

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