What are the responsibilities and job description for the Storeskeeper position at Wayne State University?
Receive, store and distribute various technical and scientific equipment, materials and supplies (e.g. apparatus, chemicals, etc.) for a teaching and research laboratory. Maintain appropriate records regarding distribution of all items.
Conduct periodic physical inventory of storeroom and stockroom laboratory facility. Deliver and set-up various scientific equipment and apparatus; perform routine repair and maintenance. Prepare and maintain appropriate records and reports.
Maintain special laboratory drawer assignment file. Set-up and prepare materials and equipment for a teaching and research laboratory. Monitor availability of materials, supplies and location for laboratory instruction.
May provide functional supervision to a small number (1-3) of student support personnel. Assign and monitor work activities. Train in appropriate methods and procedures.
Answer general inquiries regarding department operations and services; resolve routine problems and direct non-routine questions to appropriate personnel. Process routine University forms and paperwork (e.g. service or course material fee card); may verify and authorize hold releases as necessary.
Unique Duties
Qualifications
High school graduate or an equivalent combination of education and/or experience.
Some knowledge of and experience with storeskeeping and warehousing methods of procedures.
Ability to communicate effectively with others.
Strong organizational skills; keen attention to detail.
Good oral and/or written communication skills.
Ability to maintain records and prepare reports.
Some knowledge of special technical and scientific equipment and apparatus preferred.
Typically, incumbents have held positions in either a storeroom, warehouse or stockroom facility.
Preferred Qualifications
Testing Requirements
Not Applicable
Test Scheduling
Job Type
Full-Time
Job Category
Clerical/Technical
Fiscal Year of Job Open Date
2022
Job Open Date
(When job is posted in the system)
04-29-2022
Job Close Date
(or until suitable candidate is found)
Until Suitable Candidate is Found
Is this position reposted?
No
Reposting Reason:
None (New Posting)
Background Check Requirements
University policy requires certain persons who are offered employment to undergo a background check, including a criminal history check, before starting to work. If you are offered employment, the University will inform you if a background check is required.