OBJECTIVE
The Warehouse Associate supports daily warehouse and facility operations at The K Company’s Columbus location. This hands-on position receives, verifies, organizes, and stages HVAC equipment and job materials; maintains commonly used stock and tools; assists with material movement; and performs light facility upkeep to support efficient installation and service operations.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
The Warehouse Associate is responsible for warehouse organization, material handling, tool tracking, and general facility support. Essential responsibilities include, but are not limited to, the following:

Receiving, Inventory, and Job Materials
·   Receive and verify incoming HVAC equipment, ductwork, sheet metal, piping, fittings, controls, and other job materials against packing slips and purchase orders.
·   Inspect incoming deliveries for damage, shortages, or discrepancies and promptly report concerns to appropriate personnel.
·   Label, organize, store, and stage materials by job to support timely and accurate crew preparation.
·   Maintain stock of commonly used parts and consumables; track inventory quantities and identify items requiring replenishment.
·   Record receipts and inventory information accurately using company tracking systems.

Tools, Equipment, and Material Movement
·   Check tools and equipment in and out, maintain records of assigned items, and monitor condition and return status.
·   Coordinate needed tool repairs and follow up on outstanding or unreturned tools.
·   Assist with loading and unloading deliveries, vehicles, and job materials using appropriate safe-handling procedures.
·   Perform occasional material deliveries or pickups at jobsites and supply houses, as assigned.

Facility Maintenance and Safety
·   Perform general handyman duties and light maintenance at the facility, including minor repairs, fixture replacements, and routine upkeep within assigned capabilities.
·   Keep warehouse, shop, exterior loading dock, and parking areas clean, organized, accessible, and safe.
·   Properly store and handle materials, tools, and equipment; identify and report unsafe conditions, damaged equipment, and maintenance needs.
·   Follow company policies and applicable safety procedures, including proper use of personal protective equipment and material-handling equipment.

REQUIRED EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE
·   Ability to read and match packing slips, purchase orders, and job-related material information.
·   Basic computer skills sufficient to record receiving and inventory activity in company systems.
·   Ability to use basic hand and power tools safely and perform minor facility repairs.
·   Strong organizational skills, dependability, attention to detail, and ability to work with limited supervision.
·   Valid driver’s license and ability to meet company driving requirements.
·   Ability to perform the physical requirements of warehouse and material-handling work, including lifting and carrying items weighing up to 50 pounds, with assistance or equipment when appropriate.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
·   Prior warehouse, shipping/receiving, inventory, or construction/trade supply experience.
·   Familiarity with HVAC or mechanical materials and equipment.
·   Forklift certification or prior forklift experience; training may be provided.  

PHYSICAL DEMANDS
The physical demands described here are representative of those that may be required to successfully perform the essential functions of this position. Depending on assigned duties, employees may be required to stand, walk, sit, climb stairs or ladders, balance, stoop, kneel, crouch, crawl, bend, reach, push, pull, and use hands to handle tools, equipment, materials, or other objects. Employees may be required to navigate uneven terrain, construction sites, confined or restricted spaces, and elevated work areas. Positions may involve prolonged periods of standing or walking, repetitive movements, and lifting, carrying, pushing, or pulling materials and equipment. Physical requirements, including the frequency and amount of weight handled, will vary based on specific job responsibilities. For this position, duties may include frequent movement between storage areas, shelving, vehicles, loading areas, and the facility; repeated handling of boxes, parts, tools, and HVAC materials; and lifting or carrying items weighing up to 50 pounds. Heavier or awkward items should be handled using appropriate assistance or material-handling equipment. Employees must possess the visual, auditory, and physical capabilities necessary to safely perform their assigned duties, with or without reasonable accommodation. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the position.

WORK ENVIRONMENT 
The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee may encounter while performing the essential functions of their position. Work environments may vary depending on job responsibilities and may include office settings, commercial and residential properties, active construction sites, mechanical rooms, customer facilities, and other company or project-related locations. Depending on the position, employees may work indoors and/or outdoors in varying weather conditions and temperatures. Work environments may involve exposure to noise, dust, dirt, fumes, vibration, moving machinery, electrical and mechanical equipment, elevated work areas, uneven surfaces, and other conditions or hazards commonly associated with construction, HVAC installation, service, and maintenance operations. For this position, work will be performed primarily in the Columbus warehouse, shop, office building, exterior dock, and parking areas. Occasional trips to suppliers and jobsites may involve loading and unloading vehicles, changing weather conditions, vehicle traffic, and material-handling equipment. Certain positions may require travel between company facilities, job sites, and customer locations. Employees are expected to follow all applicable company policies, safety procedures, customer site requirements, and the proper use of personal protective equipment (PPE) when required. The frequency and extent of exposure to these conditions will vary based on the position and assigned duties. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of their position. 

This job description is not intended to be a complete list of all responsibilities, duties, or skills required for the job and is subject to review and change based on the needs of The K Company, Inc.