Inventory Clerk - North Vancouver, Canada - District of North Vancouver

Description

Inventory Clerk (2 positions)
JP#24-10

Home to vast parkland and attractions including Grouse Mountain, Lynn Canyon and Capilano Suspension Bridge, the District of North Vancouver is inspired by nature, and enriched by people. Designated one of BC's Top Employers for five years, the District offers exciting professional development opportunities and a competitive total compensation package including a nine day fortnight. This is an exciting time to join the District, as we embark on a range of initiatives to transform digital service delivery, customer experience, and our approach to climate action. Known for being a flexible, family-friendly employer with an inclusive workplace culture, the District of North Vancouver is an exceptional place to work. If you are civic-minded and interested in making an impact on people and businesses on the beautiful North Shore, consider working for the District of North Vancouver.

Our Supplies and Risk Management department is looking for two regular full-time Inventory Clerks to join their team working with Stores at the Operations Centre. In this role, your experience in a warehouse environment and knowledge of warehousing/inventory methods and procedures, ability to use software applications, along with knowledge of the various types of supplies, tools and equipment used in Municipal operations, are some of the things that we are looking for.

Drawing on your positive attitude and strong teamwork skills, you will work as part of the Stores team in the operation of inventory functions and maintenance of the warehouse. You can expect a variety of work which will include reconciling differences in inventory records and physical counts, performing a series of integrated inventory control tasks; receiving; storing; as well as handling and issuing of supplies. This work requires the incumbent to be physically fit, able to operate a forklift; and able to proficiently use a computer/inventory application.

The successful applicant will possess:

Sound knowledge of storekeeping and inventorying methods and procedures, along with the various types of supplies, tools and equipment used in municipal construction, maintenance and garage operations.

Sound knowledge of WHIMIS regulations governing the work performed.

Ability to perform routine clerical and recordkeeping tasks manually and/or using software applications, along with ability to use a computer terminal, ERP software and Microsoft applications related to the work and use computer technology to make labels, track inventory and keep records of storage.

Ability to operate a forklift truck and a mechanical lift.

Ability to load and unload trucks and other vehicles for transporting goods and perform related manual work.

Ability to assume higher level duties and responsibilities in the absence of a superior

Ability to establish and maintain working relationships and work well with others in a team environment.

Excellent organizational skills

Awareness of Public Safety and Security measures in place to prevent injuries.
Qualifications
Completion of Grade 12 supplemented by experience in area of inventory management, or an equivalent combination of training and experience. A valid Class 5 B.C. Driver's Licence and an Industrial Lift Truck Operator certificate are also required.

Details
Salary: The pay range for this unionized position is $30.70 to $36.08 per hour (2024 rates)
Hours of Work: 40-hour work week (Compressed work schedule available)

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The District of North Vancouver is committed to creating a diverse, inclusive, and accessible work environment. If you have what we're looking for and have a passion to serve people and the community, a demonstrated understanding of safety, a commitment to supporting a healthy and safe workplace, and a willingness to take further safety training as required, we would like to hear from you. Please apply on-line at by March 7, 2024, to be considered.

If you require accommodation to participate in the recruitment process, please inform us when we contact you.

We thank you for your interest in employment with the District of North Vancouver and advise that only those shortlisted for an interview will be contacted.

We respectfully acknowledge the Coast Salish peoples, specifically the xwməθkwəyə̓ m (Musqueam), Sḵwx̱wú7mesh Úxwumixw (Squamish), and səlilwətaɬ (Tsleil-Waututh), on whose ancestral lands the District of North Vancouver is located.