Salary: $33.50 - $40.72 Hourly
Location : Placerville, CA
Job Type: Full-Time
Job Number: 202600046
Department: Finance
Division: Fleet Maintenance
Opening Date: 05/14/2026
Closing Date: 6/19/2026 11:59 PM Pacific
FLSA: Non-Exempt
Bargaining Unit: EA - Employee Association
DEFINITION
This position is open until filled, with the first review of candidates scheduledfor June 15, 2026, or until a sufficient number of qualified candidates have been received, whichever occurs sooner. Therefore, we encourage you to apply early.Under general supervision, orders, receives inventories and issues supplies, materials, and rental equipment; assists with the preparation of specifications; and researches, solicits, and evaluates prices for materials, equipment, parts, and supplies.
DISTINGUISHING CHARACTERISTICS
This is a single-level class where employees within this class perform the full range of duties as assigned, including the receipt, inventory, and issuance of supplies and materials. Employees at this level receive only occasional instruction or assistance as new or unusual situations arise, and are fully aware of the operating procedures and policies of the work unit.
SUPERVISION RECEIVED AND EXERCISED
Receives general supervision from a higher-level supervisor or manager. May exercise technical and functional supervision over Stock Clerks.
EXAMPLES OF ESSENTIAL DUTIES
The duties specified below are representative of the range of duties assigned to this class and are not intended to be an inclusivelist.
- Assists in developing and implementing purchasing standards and guidelines for District materials and equipment.
- Solicits, analyzes, and evaluates price information from vendors and makes recommendations for the purchase of materials and equipment; assists in developing bid packages.
- Prepares requests for materials; creates and maintains manual and computerized records of purchased materials and master inventory records; processes requisitions and purchase orders.
- Assists with the planning, organizing, scheduling and delivery of equipment, supplies and materials.
- Conducts periodic inventory counts of materials, supplies, and equipment to ensure proper identification and re-supply needs; prepares reorder requests.
- Assists with the disposal of hazardous and non-hazardous chemicals and supplies. Distributes, receives and opens bid packet documents for assigned area.
- Implements formal bid process for assigned commodities including soliciting, analyzing and evaluating prices and information from vendors and making recommendations based on this process.
- Convert material request requisitions to purchase orders for procurement.
- Maintains warehouse and warehouse supplies, materials and equipment in a clean and orderly manner.
- Maintains records and tracks work performed including time spent and materials used; monitors and tracks budgetary information.
- Performs inspections of safety equipment to ensure it is in proper working condition. Operates forklifts and other equipment to move materials and equipment.
- Issues and collects water permit fees; sells materials to contractors and public.
- Builds and maintains positive working relationships with co-workers, other District employees and the public using principles of good customer service.
- Performs related duties as assigned.
QUALIFICATIONSKnowledge of:
General warehousing procedures, including inventory control methods and procedures. General procurement practices and policies. General mailroom procedures and activities, including methods of shipping and receiving and postal regulations. Materials and equipment common to a water utility. Safe operation of material handling equipment. Basic mathematics. Modem office procedures, methods and computer equipment. Parts and materials, and terminology specific to assigned area Principles of customer service.
Skill/Ability to:
Perform inventory control functions. Maintain accurate and current records of material transactions. Understand, interpret and explain department policies and procedures. Maintain the cleanliness and safety of the warehouse facilities. Read and understand technical documents related to parts and materials. Maintain inventory levels and track budgetary information. Safely operate a forklift and hand tools. Effectively research parts and materials and recommend vendors. Provide technical and functional supervision over assigned staff; effectively train staff. Establish and maintain effective working relationships with those contacted in the course of work. Communicate clearly and concisely, both orally and in writing. On a continuous basis, know and understand the operations of the unit; observe safety rules; intermittently, analyze problem equipment, identify and locate necessary parts; interpret workorders; remember location of parts; and explain operations to other employees. Intermittently, sit while preparing reports; bend, squat, climb, kneel and twist while stocking parts; perform simple and power grasping, pushing, pulling, and fine manipulation; and lift or carry weight of 25 pounds or less.
Experience and/or Education:
Any combination of experience and training that would provide the required knowledge and abilities is qualifying. A typical way to obtain the required know ledge and abilities would be:
Experience:
Three years of responsible journey level experience that involved the receipt and issuance of materials and parts, specific to a water utility, including the responsibility for maintaining inventory.
Education:
Equivalent to an Associate's degree from an accredited college with major course work in business administration, public administration, purchasing, materials management or a related field.
SPECIAL QUALIFICATIONSLicense and Certificate:
Possession of; or ability to obtain, a valid California driver's license at the time of appointment. Individuals who do not meet this requirement due to physical disability will be reviewed on a case by-case basis.
Possession of, or ability to obtain, a Forklift Operator certificate.
We offer a comprehensive benefits package to full-time employees, including health care, dental, vision, pension, deferred compensation plans, flexible spending accounts, life insurance, holidays, vacation, and retiree health insurance benefits (subject to vesting schedule). Health Insurance Benefits (Active Employees) - CalPERS plans, including PPOs and HMOs available
- Employer pays entire monthly premiums for employee or up to $2,758.51 for a family plan (100/85 split)
Health Insurance Benefits (Retiree) - CalPERS plans, including PPOs, HMO, and Senior plans available (subject to vesting schedule).
- Employer pays entire monthly premiums for employee-only coverage, or up to $2,758.51 for a family plan (100/85 split)
Dental Insurance (Delta Dental PPO Network)
- Employee only: No cost
- Employee + 1 Dependent - $2.85 biweekly
- Employee + 2 or more Dependents - $8.89 biweekly
- Orthodontic Benefits- 50% or $3,500 lifetime
Vision Insurance (VSP)
- Employee only: No cost
- Employee + 1 Dependent - $0.07 biweekly
- Employee + 2 or more Dependents - $0.57 biweekly
- Frames every 2 years & lenses every year
Flexible Spending Account- voluntary
- Health Care Expenses: $3,400 for 2026
- Dependent Care Expenses: $7,500 for 2026
- Pre-tax contributions with a P&A Group credit card for eligible expenses
Life & AD&D Insurance (Prudential)
- Coverage equal to one-time annual base salary (up to $150,000) - no cost to employee
- Additional coverage for employee and dependents available- voluntary
Deferred Compensation (457b plan)
- Voluntary pre-tax contributions via payroll deduction
- Catch-up provisions available at age 50
Retirement Benefits Defined Benefit Plans vary by hire date, age, years of service, and average monthly salary at retirement.
- Classic PERS Members: 2% @ 55 Plan
- Employee contribution: 7%
- Retirement pension will be calculated based on final (Three-year) compensation as defined by California Government Code 20037
- PEPRA Members: 2% formula @ 62
- Employee Contribution: 7.5%
- Retirement pension will be calculated based on final (Three-year) compensation as defined by California Government Code 20037
Paid Time Off (PTO)- First 3 years - 176 hours (after 1-year probationary period)
- 4 to 9 years - 216 hours
- 10 to 14 years - 256 hours
- 15 or More Years - 296 hours
14 Paid Holidays (includes one personal business day, and two half days)
Tuition Reimbursement- $3,000 per calendar year maximum after probation
Desired Training- $750 per calendar year maximum
For more information, please visit our benefits page.
01
The information provided in your application must support your selected answers in the supplemental questions. The information you provide will be verified and documentation may be required. Please ensure your answers are honest and accurate. You may be asked to demonstrate your knowledge and skills in a work sample or during an interview. By completing this supplemental questionnaire you are attesting that the information you have provided is accurate. Any misstatements, omissions, or falsification of information may eliminate you from consideration or result in dismissal.Please read each question carefully and provide a thorough and complete response. Do NOT state "see resume" or "see application" to respond to any of the following questions. Failure to respond to all questions will be considered an incomplete application and may not be considered for further processing.
- Yes, I understand and agree
- No, I do not agree
02
Which statement below best describes the highest level of education you have completed?
- High school graduate, diploma or the equivalent (GED)
- Associate degree
- Bachelor's degree
- Master's degree
- Professional degree
- Doctorate degree
03
Do you possess at least three years of journey-level experience involving the receipt, issuance, and inventory of materials and parts specific to a water utility?
04
Please describe your experience performing receipt, storage, issuance, and inventory control of materials, supplies, or equipment. Include the type of organization, your role, and years of experience. (Type N/A if no experience)
05
This position requires possession of, or the ability to obtain, a Forklift Operator certificate. Are you able to meet this requirement?
06
Do you have experience soliciting, analyzing, and evaluating price information from vendors for the purpose of recommending purchases?
07
Describe your experience researching vendors and preparing purchase recommendations or bid materials. (Type N/A if no experience)
08
Do you have experience preparing or processing requisitions, purchase orders, inventory records, or related supply chain documentation?
09
Describe your experience using computerized inventory systems or procurement software. Please list the systems you have used and the type of tasks you performed. (Type N/A if no experience)
10
This position performs periodic inventory counts and ensures appropriate resupply. Please describe your experience conducting inventory audits or cycle counts. (Type N/A if no experience)
11
Do you have experience handling, storing, or assisting with the disposal of hazardous or non-hazardous materials?
12
If you answered yes to the previous question, briefly describe the types of materials involved and any safety procedures or regulations you followed.
13
This position requires operating warehouse equipment, such as forklifts and material handling tools. Do you have experience operating this type of equipment?
Required Question