Stockroom Clerk I
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Salary$28 – $44/hr
Work modeon-site
SeniorityEntry
Company size10,000+ people
First seenNov 7, 2026 · 1d ago
Verified live1d ago
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Must possess or obtain a valid Drivers License for use when driving Class D Vehicles
Required to have experience working in inventory control
Required to have a working knowledge of computerized inventory request and management systems
Must be knowledgeable of material ordering, handling, stocking and issuing procedures common to the industry
Required to possess the skills necessary to be proficient in performing basic arithmetical computations including fractions, decimals and percentages
Must possess the skills necessary to operate material handling equipment utilized throughout the systems (e.g., hand trucks, forklifts, cranes, hoists, slings, etc.)
Required to possess the skills necessary to understand written and oral instructions and to prepare reports
Required to pass applicable tests and demonstrate the ability to perform the physical activities associated with this position
Required to lift, carry and maneuver materials weighing up to and including 100 pounds
Duties require an extensive amount of walking, stooping bending, standing and lifting
Required to have good or correctable eyesight and the ability to distinguish colors
Required to work close to moving or operating equipment, near electrified components, and 600 VDC Power Rails
Must work in a repair shop environment subject to noise, dust, grease, solvents, and other conditions
Subject to all weather conditions
Skills
computerized inventory systems
SALARY
$28.30 - $43.54
POSITION SUMMARY
Receives, stores and maintains materials used to supply maintenance activities at assigned locations. Note: Incumbents may be promoted to Stockroom Clerk II per the family of jobs agreement.
PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES
• Inspects incoming materials to verify descriptions and quantities against available records.
• Loads and unloads materials from vehicles.
• Transports materials throughout maintenance shop, yard and other storage areas, and between repair locations.
• Operates hand trucks, forklifts, cranes, hoists, slings, van, etc. to move materials.
• Accesses computerized and manual inventory control systems to check availability and status and to take appropriate action.
• Orders stock, non-stock and stockless materials to meet the maintenance requirements.
• Ensures the proper tagging of defective materials.
• Participates in the planning of seasonal or campaign related material need.
• Cleans stockroom areas and maintains location according to guidelines.
• Performs inventory counts.
• Performs related duties as assigned.
SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES
Reporting to this position are the following jobs:
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CHALLENGES
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EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS
• Must possess or obtain a valid Drivers License for use when driving Class D Vehicles.
• Required to pass applicable tests and demonstrate the ability to perform the physical activities associated with this position.
• Required to have experience working in inventory control.
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS
• Required to lift, carry and maneuver materials weighing up to and including 100 pounds.
• Duties require an extensive amount of walking, stooping bending, standing and lifting.
• Required to have good or correctable eyesight and the ability to distinguish colors.
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES
• Required to have a working knowledge of computerized inventory request and management systems.
• Must be knowledgeable of material ordering, handling, stocking and issuing procedures common to the industry.
• Required to possess the skills necessary to be proficient in performing basic arithmetical computations including fractions, decimals and percentages.
• Must possess the skills necessary to operate material handling equipment utilized throughout the systems, e.g., hand trucks, forklifts, cranes, hoists, slings, etc.
• Required to possess the skills necessary to understand written and oral instructions and to prepare reports.
WORKING CONDITIONS
• Required to work close to moving or operating equipment, near electrified components, and 600 VDC Power Rails.
• Must work in a repair shop environment subject to the noise, dust, grease, solvents, and other conditions which exist therein.
• Subject to all weather conditions.
EQUIPMENT, TOOLS, AND MATERIALS UTILIZED
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Employees and/or union members will be given priority consideration in the hiring process, per the applicable labor contracts.
Rate to be determined by applicant’s entered service date and service date in union jurisdiction of this classification.
Legal
CTA IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER.
No employee or applicant for employment will be discriminated against because of race, color, creed, religion, sex, marital status, national origin, sexual orientation, ancestry, age, unfavorable military discharge, disability or any other status protected by federal, state, or local laws; except where a bona fide occupational qualification exists We are committed to providing an inclusive environment for our workforce and supporting the communities we serve. CTA will make reasonable accommodations for the known disabilities of otherwise qualified applicants for employment as well as its employees, unless undue hardship would result. If you require an accommodation in the application or hiring process, please contact [email protected] prior to the submission of your application or upon notification of your actual test date. CTA will work with you to determine if an accommodation can be provided.
Hiring process
TO BE CONSIDERED APPLICATIONS MUST BE COMPLETED IN THEIR ENTIRETY INCLUDING:
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UPLOADED RESUME / WORK HISTORY
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QUALIFICATIONS
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JOB ASSESSMENT QUESTIONS
INFORMATION PROVIDED MUST BE ACCURATE AND TRUTHFUL.
Failure to respond to correspondences during the hiring process in a timely fashion may result in your application being closed out for non-responsiveness.
Benefits
CTA Benefits
https://www.transitchicago.com/hrbenefits/