Job Details

Salary: $19.17 - $28.75 Hourly
Location : College Station, TX
Job Type: Full Time
Job Number: 2502420
Department: Fire Department
Opening Date: 05/21/2025
Closing Date: 9/25/2025 11:59 PM Central
Hiring Range: $19.17-$21.09

Description
Under general supervision of the Inventory Management Specialist, and in coordination with the Assistant Fire Chief, the Inventory Control Technician performs general oversight and support duties in the distribution and inventory control of the department's supplies, materials, and equipment procurement, while maintaining a high level of inventory integrity within the College Station Fire Department.

Principal Duties

• Receive and manage Fire Department inventory such as personal protective equipment (PPE), medical supplies, self-contained breathing apparatus (SCBA), and other fire safety and emergency medical services equipment.
• Perform standard shipping/receiving functions; verify items upon delivery; ensure shipping manifest balances with invoices; and maintain accurate records for gear, equipment, and supplies.
• Assist in maintaining computerized inventory system to track procurement, warehouse/storage, and distribution of items to include medical supplies, station and cleaning supplies and any other supplies or service's needs.
• Process supply requests from Fire stations and other Fire divisions, including verifying items, quantities, and stock availability; and deliver and/or distribute gear, supplies and equipment.
• Assist in monitoring inventory levels to aid in reducing supply costs, forecasting inventory and procurement needs, and ensuring proper inventory levels and proper allocation throughout fire stations.
• Oversee and coordinate the protective clothing program including issuance, inspection, inventory, and repair of personal protective equipment (PPE) and uniforms in compliance with state requirements and the department's standard operating procedures (SOP).
• Provide clerical assistance regarding quartermaster/inventory related activities including but not limited to assisting with maintaining departmental quartermaster related expenditures, maintaining accurate records and documentation, preparing reports, and coordinating the disposition of surplus departmental equipment with the purchasing department.
• Perform other related duties as assigned.

Qualifications
Required:

High School Diploma or GED equivalent and three (3) years of related work experience; or the equivalent combination of education and experience

Excellent oral, written and organizational skills

Ability to multi-task and complete assignments effectively

Working knowledge procurement inventory/maintenance software

Proficient in the use of computer programs including Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, and PowerPoint) and network applications

Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with the general public, co-workers, and others contacted in the course of work

Ability to lift/carry objects weighing up to 25 lbs.
Preferred:

Associate's degree in a related field

Knowledge of centralized purchasing and warehouse principles, practices, and theories
We offer a comprehensive benefits package to include; Medical, Dental, Vision, Prescription Drug Coverage, Paid Holidays, Paid Vacation, Paid Sick Leave, Paid Parental Leave, TMRS-Retirement (2:1 matching), Deferred Compensation, Term Life AD&D, Dependent Life, Flex Benefits, an Employee Health Clinic & Educational Assistance. .
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Do you possess knowledge or experience with inventory control? If yes, please explain?
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Accuracy and attention to detail are important in tracking equipment and orders. How do you ensure your work is accurate and complete when handling multiple requests?
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Tell us about a time you noticed a problem with inventory levels (e.g., too much or not enough of a supply). How did you handle it?
Required Question