Warehouse Operator 1st​/2nd Class

Job Details

• Location 850 Howey Road, Groveland, FL, 34736, United States
• Base Pay $24.92 - $37.56 / Hour
• Job Category 7A
• Industry Posting Dates:
  Tuesday, 06/09/2026 thru Thursday, 06/18/2026*
• Employee Type Non-Exempt FT
• Required Degree High school
• Manage Others No

This position is responsible for receiving, storing, and issuing warehouse items; conducts regularly scheduled cycle counts. Gathers materials for jobs, loads, and unloads trucks, sort materials and maintains inventory documentation. Using material handling equipment ensures that materials are moved and stored in proper locations; maintains cleanliness, safety and order of the warehouse facility and outside storage areas.

The following includes the minimum job requirements and essential duties for this position. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Experience: Minimum:
  Three (3) years progressive warehouse experience in material management and inventory systems.
• Preferred:
  Experience with in an electric utility or related industry.
• Driving Requirements: Class A CDL - no restriction for airbrake and tractor trailer.

• Education: Minimum:
  High School Diploma or GED.
• Preferred:
  Forklift Certification, or ability to obtain within six (6) months.
• Experience: Minimum:
  One (1) year warehouse experience in a warehouse environment receiving, storing, and issuing materials.
• Preferred:
  Material management and inventory systems experience is highly desirable.
• Preferred:
  Experience with in an electric utility or related industry.
• Driving Requirements: Valid Florida Class A Commercial driver’s license without air brakes restriction and without number 5 Tractor‑Trailer restriction for regular driving privileges of cooperative vehicles or must obtain within 6‑months from transfer or hire date and maintain an acceptable driving record as determined by the Cooperative.

Living Requirement: Must live within 40 miles radius from the assigned reporting location. Employees who live more than a 40-mile radius must relocate within 6‑months of employment.

• Ability to work irregular hours for assignment completion and flexibility to change scheduling and report to work on short notice during emergency situations.
• Ability to operate a variety of office equipment, including a personal computer, printers, copy machines and telephone.
• The normal work week consists of five (5) consecutive eight (8) hour days, or four (4) consecutive ten (10) hour days, exclusive of mealtimes, Monday through Friday between the hours of 6:00 a.m. and 12:00 midnight. Shift schedules may be changed by giving a 36‑hour notice of the changed schedule.
• Successful completion of pre‑employment background check, physical and drug screen.

• Safety: Follows safety procedures diligently, identifies potential hazards, and takes appropriate action to maintain a safe working environment.
• Member Commitment: Provides exceptional service to members, actively listening to their needs and ensuring their satisfaction.
• Honesty & Integrity: Acts with honesty and integrity in all tasks, maintaining transparency and ethical standards.
• Work Ethic: Demonstrates a strong work ethic by consistently meeting deadlines and achieving high performance in all tasks.
• Inclusive Culture: Contributes to an inclusive culture by respecting and valuing diverse perspectives and collaborating effectively with all team members.
• Accountability: Takes responsibility for their actions and decisions, ensuring they meet commitments and deliver high‑quality work.
• Teamwork: Works collaboratively with team members, sharing information and supporting collective goals.

• Technical Knowledge and Material Handling: Possesses the ability to acquire knowledge of RUS construction specifications for electric utility distribution and transmission line construction, and to become proficient in operating material handling equipment, including vehicles and forklifts.
• Com…