Storekeeper (Logistics)
Salary
$46,881.13 - $65,966.46 Annually
Location
Sacramento, CA
Job Type
Full-Time Career
Job Number
016087-26-DOU
Department
Utilities
Division
Logistics
Opening Date
08/05/2026
Closing Date
9/2/2026 11:59 PM Pacific
THE POSITION
Under the direction of a Stores Administrator, the Storekeeper for the Logistics Section of the Department of Utilities is responsible for supporting the departments operations and maintenance teams by purchasing, warehousing and distributing parts and equipment needed to maintain and repair the City's vast water, wastewater and drainage systems. Tasks include, but are not limited to fulfilling purchase requests, creating new inventory items, editing and updating existing inventory item information, performing cycle counts, year-end inventory counts, receiving, and issuing warehouse stock, and assisting with other program areas as requested.
IDEAL CANDIDATE STATEMENT
The ideal candidate will be detail-oriented, have excellent customer service skills, be open to learning, and have the ability to manage priorities in a continuously evolving work environment. An understanding of the procure to pay lifecycle for goods and services including solicitations, purchase orders, invoicing, and other procurement functions is preferred but not required. Experience with work order management or inventory software is desired but not required.
Under direction, maintains and operates an independent departmental storeroom or warehouse stocking specialized materials, supplies, and parts. Receives and issues supplies, materials, tools, parts, and other items; procures items as needed to maintain inventory; coordinates or assists with emergency purchases as needed; tracks and monitors inventory location and quality; and maintains appropriate records.
DISTINGUISHING CHARACTERISTICS
This is a full working-level class populated with multiple incumbents. Incumbents receive occasional supervision while working toward a definite objective that requires use of a wide range of procedures. Incumbents recommend specific procedures or equipment required to meet assigned objectives and solve non-routine problems, referring only unusual matters to a higher-level administrator or manager. This class is distinguished from the lower level class of Stores Clerk II as the latter is responsible for the more routine storekeeping functions that do not usually involve significant purchasing or inventory management responsibilities. This class is also distinguished from the higher-level class of Senior Storekeeper as the latter has broader responsibility for the technical functions and supervision of warehouse personnel, supervision of procurement, and overseeing the appropriate use of storage space, facility maintenance of store facilities.
SUPERVISION RECEIVED AND EXERCISED
Direction is provided by a supervisor, higher-level administrator or manager. Responsibilities may include serving as a lead worker over lower level personnel.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
Duties may include, but are not limited to, the following:
QUALIFICATIONS
Knowledge of:
Storekeeping and inventory control methods and procedures.
Category, grade, and classification of a variety of supplies and materials.
The identification and use of the items utilized by the hiring department.
Safety requirements and methods associated with storekeeping facilities.
California vehicle codes as they apply to the transporting of materials, hazardous materials and equipment.
The purchasing cycle as it typically applies within a public agency.
Safe and efficient methods for handling heavy objects.
Standard arithmetic including addition, subtraction, multiplication, and division; standard units of weights and measures.
The basic operation of computers, including standard word processing and spreadsheet software.
Basic principles and practices of customer service.
Rigging standards and principles of safe and efficient methods for handling heavy objects.
Principles of leadership and training.
Skill in:
Ability to:
EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE
Experience:
Two years of experience performing storekeeping and inventory work. Experience with public agency procurement is desirable.
And
Education:
High school diploma or its equivalent.
SPECIAL QUALIFICATIONS
Special Requirements:
Ability to enter data at a speed not less than 30 net words per minute.
Depending upon assignment, some positions in this class may require applicants to demonstrate knowledge of and familiarity with the types of technical items maintained within the assigned department or division storekeeping facilities.
Driver License:
Possession of a valid California Class C Driver License at the time of appointment. Individuals who do not meet this requirement due to a physical disability will be reviewed on a case-by-case basis.
Certifications:
Ability to attain a state issued Forklift Certification by the end of probationary period. Individuals who do not meet this requirement due to a physical disability will be reviewed on a case-by-case basis.
Physical Requirements:
PROBATIONARY PERIOD
Employees must complete twelve (12) months of probation at a satisfactory performance level prior to gaining permanent status.
THE SELECTION PROCEDURE
Please note, the City of Sacramentos preferred method of communication with applicants is via e-mail. As such, please ensure you verify the e-mail address on your application, and check your e-mail frequently, including your spam and junk folders. All e-mail notifications can also be accessed through the governmentjobs.com applicant inbox.
Employment applications must be submitted online; paper applications will not be accepted.
Employment applications will be considered incomplete and will be disqualified:
If applicants do not list current and/or past job-related experience in the duties area of the "Work Experience" section. Note: Qualifying experience is based on full-time experience (40 hours per week). Qualifying experience is calculated to the full-time equivalent (pro-rated if less than 40 hours/week).
If "see resume" is noted in the "Work Experience" section; a resume will not substitute for the information required in the "Work Experience" section.
Position/job titles will not be considered in determining eligibility for meeting the minimum qualifications for this position.
If you're requesting Veteran's credit, a copy of your DD214 must be submitted online with your application or emailed to the Employment Office by the final filing deadline. Information regarding the use of Veteran's credit can be found in the Civil Service Board rules under rule 4.9C.
Applicants are responsible for attaching a copy of their DD214 to each position for which they apply.
Eligibility: Candidates who pass the Training and Experience Test will be placed on the eligible list. The hiring department may contact candidates for interview at any time during the life of the one-year list. Candidate's eligibility expires one year from the date of notification of a passing score for the Storekeeper examination.
Screening Committee: (Pass/Fail)- All candidates that pass the examination and are in one of the top three ranks will have their application forwarded to the hiring department for review. The hiring department will select the most competitive applications for further consideration. Human Resources will only evaluate employment applications for the minimum qualifications, as stated on the job announcement, for applications selected by the hiring department.
Conditional Hire: Upon receipt of a conditional offer, the selected candidate must complete and pass Live Scan/fingerprinting. If applicable, candidates may also need to pass a pre-employment medical exam, controlled substance and/or alcohol test, and possess any required licensure or certification prior to receiving a start date from the Department. Failure to meet these prerequisites will be grounds for withdrawal of your conditional offer of employment.
QUESTIONS:
For questions concerning this job announcement and the application process:
Bilingual Pay
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Pension Reform Act
The City of Sacramento is covered by the California Public Employees Retirement System, and as such, must adhere to the California Public Employees Pension Reform Act (PEPRA) of 2013. Please note that the provisions within this act may affect or impact an applicants eligibility and/or selection for open vacancies at the City of Sacramento.
Equal Opportunity Employer
The City of Sacramento is an equal opportunity employer to all, regardless of age, ancestry, color, disability (mental and physical), exercising the right to family care and medical leave, gender, gender expression, gender identity, genetic information, marital status, medical condition, military or veteran status, national origin, political affiliation, race, religious creed, sex (includes pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding and related medical conditions), and sexual orientation.
Additional Information
Civil Service Rules: https://www.cityofsacramento.gov/content/dam/portal/hr/documentlibrary/CivilServiceBoardRules62012.pdf
Union Contracts:https://www.cityofsacramento.gov/HR/labor-agreements.html
Salary Schedule: https://www.cityofsacramento.gov/content/dam/portal/hr/documentlibrary/SalarySchedule.pdf
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APPLICATION: I understand my application must meet the minimum qualifications for consideration of employment with the City of Sacramento. The experience I list in the duties area of the "Work Experience" section of the employment application will be used to determine if I meet the minimum qualifications as stated on the job announcement. A resume, responses to the supplemental questions requiring a narrative response, employment history listed elsewhere in the application or attachments will not substitute for the information required in the "Work Experience" section of the employment application. Position/job titles will not be considered in determining eligibility for meeting the minimum qualifications for this position. Note: Qualifying experience is based on full-time experience (40 hours per week). Qualifying experience is calculated to the full-time equivalent (pro-rated if less than 40 hours/week). Please refer to the City of Sacramentos Applicant Resources Page for Screening Instructions: https://www.cityofsacramento.gov/HR/employment
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DRIVERS LICENSE CONFIRMATION: I attest I possess or will possess a valid California Class C Drivers License by the time of appointment if I am selected for this position.
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SUPPLEMENTAL QUESTIONNAIRE: The answers to the questions below will be reviewed by the hiring department along with the information provided in your employment application. Therefore, your answers must be consistent with your employment application information (especially in the "Education" and "Work Experience" sections), must be unambiguous, and must contain sufficient but concise detail and organization. A resume will not be accepted in lieu of completing this Supplemental Questionnaire. Lack of clarity, incomplete or inconsistent information, and/or disorganized presentation may negatively affect the hiring departments review of your Supplemental Questionnaire. I understand and agree to the above instructions.
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Describe your experience maintaining warehouse inventory and conducting inventory counts.
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Describe your experience ordering parts and equipment.
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Describe any procure to pay experience you have with bids and solicitations, contracts, council reports, purchase orders, invoices or other procurement functions. In your response, include your role and involvement in the different phases of the purchasing process.
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TRAINING AND EXPERIENCE EXAMINATION: The following questions are the Training and Experience (T&E) Examination. In addition to the City of Sacramento employment application, applicants must complete and submit online responses to the T&E questions. This exam will evaluate the relevance, level, and progression of a candidates education, training and experience. Therefore, your responses to the T&E Exam questions should be thorough and complete because the exam score will determine your ranking on the eligible list for this job. In accordance with the City of Sacramentos Racial and Gender Equity Action Plan (RGEAP), this examination contains non-binary names and pronouns. For additional information regarding the Citys RGEAP, please copy and paste the following link into a web browser: https://www.cityofsacramento.gov/content/dam/portal/hr/Divisions/ode/workforce-equity-documents/Full-RGEAP.pdf I understand and agree to the above instructions.
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Select the one option that best describes your experience performing or overseeing storekeeping functions such as receiving deliveries, packing materials to be delivered, placing supply orders, and ensuring storeroom is kept neat and orderly.
09
Select the one option that best describes your experience ensuring supplies, materials, and equipment comply with safety codes and regulations for packaging for transportation, and/or storage.
10
Select the one option that best describes your experience documenting items as they are received, delivered, or during routine inventory checks and preparing related reports.
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Select the one option that best describes your experience resolving issues for customers related to incorrect, missing, or damaged supplies.
12
Select the one option that best describes your experience identifying and anticipating inventory supply needs and researching costs and/or vendors for submitting purchase requests.
Required Question
Employer City of Sacramento
Address 915 I Street
Historic City Hall
Sacramento, California, 95814-2604
Phone (916) 808-5726
| Location | Sacramento, CA |
| Salary | $46,881.13–$65,966.46 Per Year |