Under the direction of an assigned supervisor, performs a variety of duties related to the shipping, receiving, storing and issuing of goods including food, supplies, equipment, textbooks and other materials; drives a vehicle to various locations along assigned routes to pick-up and deliver food, goods, equipment and mail; prepares and maintains related records and reports; may participate in a variety of food service distribution functions as directed.

As a substitute employee hours are not guaranteed (substitutes can work as little or as much as desired); position is not benefits eligible.

ALL OFFERS OF EMPLOYMENT ARE CONTINGENT ON PRE-EMPLOYMENT CLEARANCES FOR: Department of Justice (CA) Fingerprints; Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) Fingerprints; Tuberculosis (TB) and physical. NOTE: The District pays for Pre-Employment clearances for Substitute Employees.

Assembles and organizes equipment and supplies at delivery sites as directed; assures proper operation of equipment as assigned.

Assists in conducting physical inventories; verifies stock and identifies losses.

Communicates with personnel and outside agencies to exchange information, assists in the resolution of issues or concerns related to deliveries.

Drives a vehicle to various locations along assigned routes to deliver goods; maintains cleanliness of the interior and exterior of the vehicle; performs a daily safety check for assigned vehicle according to the established guidelines.

Fills and processes requisitions; pulls, packs and ships items or supplies to various locations according to established procedures; monitors stock levels; reviews and verifies accuracy of orders; assists in ordering equipment and supplies as necessary.

Follows established warehouse procedures and guidelines.

Locks and unlocks doors and gates as appropriate; maintains security when entering and exiting sites according to established guidelines.

Maintains warehouse in a clean, orderly and safe condition.

Operates a variety of warehouse equipment including forklifts, pallet jacks and dollies; operates a variety of office equipment including a calculator, copier, computer and assigned software.

Performs a variety of duties related to the shipping, loading, receiving, storing and issuing of assigned goods including supplies, equipment, testing materials and food; assure supplies, equipment, testing materials and food are delivered in a timely manner.

Prepares and maintains a variety of files, records and reports related to purchase orders, deliveries and assigned activities; establishes and maintains filing systems.

Reports warehouse equipment maintenance and repair needs to the Lead Storekeeper.

Shelves and stores items received in the appropriate section of the warehouse; places food items in racks, coolers or freezers as required; rotates perishable and nonperishable inventory as needed; assures food shipments are not spoiled or damaged.

Responsible for daily logging, transporting, and the safe keeping of deposit bags when in transport from multiple District sites to warehouse to secure funds in preparation for armored car pickup.

OTHER DUTIES:
Attends and participates in meetings, in-service trainings, workshops and conferences.
Performs related duties as assigned.

Any combination equivalent to: graduation from high school or equivalent GED and warehouse, delivery or related experience in a warehouse environment.
Forklift experience desirable.

Licenses and Other Requirements:
Valid California Class C Driver’s License and Evidence of Insurability.
Valid Forklift Certification (to be obtained within 12 months of employment).
Some positions in this classification may be required to have a valid Food Handler Certificate issued by an authorized agency (or willingness to obtain Food Handler's Certificate through District sponsored program).

KNOWLEDGE OF:
Use and terminology of requisitions, purchase orders, invoices and other warehouse documents.
Proper loading and unloading of trucks.
Traffic laws, defensive driving techniques and rules of the road.
Shipping and receiving procedures.
Operation of equipment used in the receipt, storage and shipping of supplies, food, materials and equipment.
Operation of a computer and assigned software.
Sanitation and safety practices related to handling and transporting food.
Storage and rotation of perishable foods.
Operation of a computer and assigned software.
Basic record-keeping, report preparation and inventory techniques.
Oral and written communication skills.
Interpersonal skills using tact, patience and courtesy.
Proper lifting techniques.
Health and safety regulations.
Basic mathematical calculations.

ABILITY TO:
Participate in a variety of food service distribution functions.
Drive a vehicle to various locations to pick up and deliver food items and supplies.
Assist in filling and processing daily food service orders and maintaining inventory and stocking items.
Load and unload shipments of food items and supplies.
Inspect and receive deliveries.
Meet schedules and timelines.
Maintain and prepare routine records and reports.
Operate a computer and assigned software.
Ensure proper temperature of food items.
Operate a truck, forklift, pallet jack, dolly, hand truck and other warehouse equipment.
Understand and follow oral and written instructions.
Observe legal and defensive driving practices.
Communicate effectively both orally and in writing.
Establish and maintain cooperative and effective working relationships with others.
Follow and ensure compliance with health and sanitation requirements.
Add, subtract, multiply and divide quickly and accurately.
Operate delivery trucks safely and economically.
Maintain specified delivery schedule in rush conditions.
Add, subtract, multiply and divide quickly and accurately.

• The District provides excellent benefits for regular employees who work 20 or more hours per week, including:

Substitute positions do not qualify for District covered benefits.

1. Medical: Choice of VEBA (Kaiser or United Health Care), paid for employee only; Premier coverage available at a cost.

2. Dental: Delta Dental or Delta Care HMO (District-paid for employee only)

3. Life: Life ($50,000) and Accidental Death & Dismemberment ($50,000). Also includes MEDEX Travel Assistance (for medical care situations 100 miles from home or international trips up to 90 days; with some exclusions)

4. Vacation: (10+); Sick (9.50+ days per year) - vacation/sick accumulation days increase with years of service

5. Employee Assistance Program: (at no cost to employee): through San Diego County EAP

6. VEBA Optum Health: Employee assistance program

• Note: Benefits are subject to change.

In addition, the district offers the following voluntary plans:

• Dependent life insurance coverage

• Disability plans through American Fidelity

• Vision: MES Vision $10.94/monthly paid by employee

• 403(b) Retirement

• MetLaw prepaid legal through Hyatt Legal Plans

In addition:

• Regular (bargaining unit) employees may elect to become a CSEA member.

• Benefited employees (20+ hours per week) pay 7% (6% as of 2013) of gross (pre-tax) to CalPERS retirement (2%@55; 2.5%@63); calculated as: 2(# of years of service) x Salary.