Storekeeper (40 Hour

The State of Connecticut, Department of Transportation (Use the "Apply for this Job" box below). is now accepting applications for the position of Storekeeper in the Office in Inventory Management, Bureau of Finance and Administration in Winchester, CT.

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• Full Time, 40 hours per week.
• Monday through Friday.
• First shift, 7:30 AM to 4:00 PM.
• Location:
  
  151 Torrington Road in Winchester, CT.
• Incumbents in this class must be willing to accept assignment to emergency duties when required, including snow and ice removal. Mandatory winter overtime occurs November 1 through April 30 each year.

The Storekeeper will be responsible for performing a full range of various inventory management duties, both manual and clerical. Duties include receiving daily deliveries, issuing a variety of parts to repair and maintenance facilities, communicating with vendors, maintaining accurate inventory levels, purchasing, time entry, Class C operator for fuel station operations, and general housekeeping.

Additional daily responsibilities include:

• Receives and issues stock and maintains records of receipts, requisitions, and stock on hand.
• Arranges stock in planned fashion, with due account taken of age, accessibility, safety and security.
• Clarifies amount and condition of stock on hand and reports all discrepancies or need for replenishment.
• Verifies quantity and quality of incoming supplies against invoices, dray bills, bills of lading and orders.
• Maintains housekeeping and security of stores area.
• Takes required inventory of materials and supplies.
• Receives gas station reports and makes necessary corrections.
• Keeps mileage and maintenance records of vehicles in carpool.
• Inspects material handling equipment, scales, gas pumps and other allied storeroom equipment for accuracy and safety.
• Codes and inventories furniture and equipment.
• Operates material handling equipment.
• May perform purchasing functions for inventory item stock replenishment.
• May drive motor vehicles as assigned.
• May enter data into a computer.
• Performs related duties as required.

As one of Connecticut’s largest State agencies, DOT employs approximately 3,300 individuals statewide in five distinct bureaus. It is the DOT's mission to improve quality of life through transportation. We have a significant transportation infrastructure system that is essential to maintaining mobility for Connecticut residents and businesses and supporting economic and community development while preserving environmental and cultural resources. The Department of Transportation is committed to cultivating a diverse staff that is representative of the communities we serve.

Applications from individuals having diverse backgrounds and life experiences are strongly encouraged. Learn more about our mission, vision, and values by clicking here!

Two (2) years of experience in stock or warehouse work or closely related work that could reasonably be expected to provide the knowledge, skills and abilities listed above.

Incumbents in this class may be required by the appointing authority to possess and retain appropriate current licenses, permits and/or certifications.
DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATIONIncumbents in this class must be willing to accept assignment to emergency duties, including snow and ice removal, whenever their services are required.

Incumbents in this class must have adequate physical strength, stamina, physical agility and visual and auditory acuity, and must maintain such physical fitness as to be able to perform the duties.

A physical examination may be required.