Job Description

Job Description

Virginia Tech is a public land-grant university, committed to teaching and learning, research, and outreach to the Commonwealth of Virginia, the nation, and the world. Building on its motto of Ut Prosim (that I may serve), Virginia Tech is dedicated to Inclusive VT—serving in the spirit of community, diversity, and excellence. We seek candidates who adopt and practice the Principles of Community, which are fundamental to our ongoing efforts to increase access and inclusion, and to create a community that nurtures learning and growth for all of its members.
Virginia Tech actively seeks a broad spectrum of candidates to join our community in preparing leaders for the world.
Network Infrastructure and Services (NI&S) is part of the Division of Information Technology at Virginia Tech. We provide advanced network, communications, public safety, cable television, and data center services. We design, deploy and operate enterprise scale, high-performance computing and communications networks. Come join us in ensuring that Hokies have direct access to reliable, leading edge, high-speed national and global research networks and facilities for teaching and learning, research, administration, and community service and engagement.
NI&S is a dynamic and exciting organization with a commitment to continuous improvement and is seeking an enthusiastic and motivated person to fill this role. Members of our team will have an opportunity to learn and grow in an environment where all members of the team are expected to:

■ Work cooperatively with others as part of a highly functional team
■ Recognize and respect the practices, customs, values, and norms of other individuals, groups, and cultures
■ Focus on identifying and satisfying customer needs
■ Build positive and professional working relationships
■ Listen actively and effectively
■ Understand and appreciate different and opposing perspectives
■ Present ideas and concepts clearly utilizing effective verbal, written, and visual communication skills
■ Manage time and prioritize tasks to ensure assignments are completed according to established expectations
■ Demonstrate self-discipline and reliability

As a member of the Logistics team, you will contribute to the daily operations of the Network Infrastructure & Services warehouse facility and other equipment locations. The Logistics team is responsible for the management of all equipment and material stored by NI&S. In general,
the equipment and materials managed by the Logistics team is used to support Virginia Tech's communications networks.

Although not limited to the following, the position’s responsibilities will include:
● Performing inventory cycle counts.
● Assist the Receiving Clerk with receiving and tagging materials and equipment.
● Perform field inventory audits to verify assigned equipment locations and locate missing assets.
● Assist the Issuance Clerk with issuing materials and equipment to work orders or staging locations.
● Ensure project and inventory stock materials and equipment are stored in appropriate locations.
● Delivery of materials and equipment to job sites or other university locations.
● As needed, assist with moving and hauling furniture, materials, equipment, etc.
● Other duties as assigned.

Required Qualifications

● Must be able to communicate effectively and maintain highly accurate documentation.
● Strong communication and interpersonal skills, and able to effectively function as a team member with the ability to accurately follow oral and written instructions.
● Must have a valid driver’s license with a good driving record and have a background check with favorable results.
● Demonstrated ability to safely operate storeroom/maintenance equipment such as power tools, pallet jack, dolly and forklift.
● Ability to work independently, coordinate work with others, and make decisions within prescribed guidelines.
● Ability to safely move and handle items weighing up to 50 pounds.

Preferred Qualifications

● Basic knowledge and understanding of warehousing and inventory control.
● Working knowledge of Microsoft Office.
● Basic knowledge of computers.