Logistics Warehouse Technician - 31001794

Requisition No: 856009 

Agency: Division of Emergency Management

Working Title: Logistics Warehouse Technician - 31001794

 Pay Plan: CS Exempt (EOG)

Position Number: 31001794 

Salary:  $45,320.04 

Posting Closing Date: 07/22/2025 

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Logistics Warehouse Technician

Bureau of Response/Logistics Section

State of Florida Division of Emergency Management

This position is located in Auburndale, Florida

The Florida Division of Emergency Management (FDEM) plans for and responds to both natural and man-made disasters. These range from floods and hurricanes to incidents involving hazardous materials or nuclear power. FDEM is the liaison between federal, state, and local agencies. FDEM prepares and implements a statewide Comprehensive Emergency Management Plan, routinely conducts extensive exercises to test state and county emergency response capabilities, provides technical assistance to local governments as they prepare emergency plans and procedures, as well as conducts emergency operations trainings for state and local government agencies.

FDEM serves as the lead agency for the State Emergency Response Team (SERT), whose primary goal is the coordination of the state’s efforts during disaster response and recovery. This coordination is conducted within the State Emergency Operations Center (SEOC) in Tallahassee. Additionally, FDEM manages the State Watch Office; the 24-hour a day operation tasked with providing situational awareness to stakeholders statewide. After a disaster, FDEM conducts damage assessment surveys and advises the Governor of the State of Florida on whether to declare an emergency and seek federal relief funds. It is against this backdrop that FDEM strives to demonstrate its mission of, “Coordinate, collaborate and communicate with our community stakeholders for a resilient Florida” along with our vision of, “Leading the Profession in building prepared and resilient communities”.

Position Overview and Responsibilities:

The Logistics Warehouse Technician ensures all systems are functioning properly at the State Logistics Response Center and the facility is ready for use at a moment’s notice, such as, but not limited to: HVAC units; closed circuit TV system; Direct TV system; alarm system; load and unload trucks and other vehicles, using various forklifts, pallet jacks or motorized pallet jacks. In addition to ensuring all systems are functioning, the following are duties and responsibilities of this position as well:

• Conduct cross-docking operations, inspect received inventory, re-stage as required, rewrap as required using mechanical pallet wrapping, banding and shrink-wrap machines and place products that are palletized in the warehouse.
• Conduct regular inventory of assets, both expendable and non-expendable in the facility and field-based equipment as required. Work in conjunction with the Division contact person responsible for accountable property based in Tallahassee.
• Inspect, maintain, or oversee all facility safety equipment. Call for service or repair as required. Conduct daily, monthly, and quarterly inspections of equipment and systems as required, and work with certified inspectors and companies of equipment to maintain compliance with all policies, laws, and regulations.
• Stage and maintain pre-scripted response kits of equipment and supplies.
• Assist in ensuring that emergency vehicles, generators and other mechanized equipment stored at the facility are always functional and that they receive the proper maintenance when needed in coordination with the Vehicle Maintenance Specialist.
• Maintain State Logistics Response Center schedule calendar and assist using personnel in setting up and breaking down training and meeting rooms for their events.  Ensure that areas used are put back in proper order.
• Ensure that the proper building maintenance is performed both inside and out and that all needed cleaning and maintenance supplies are ordered and on hand for use.
• Maintain current list of repair companies under State Contract to ensure that repairs are made in a timely manner.
• Conduct regular inventories of sensitive and non-expendable supplies and equipment stored at the facility.
• Perform duties as assigned during activations of the emergency operation center, work non-traditional hours and travel for extended periods. Employee must be able to deploy to anywhere in Florida or the United States for up to two weeks at a time. Travel requirements in support of emergency operations may be extensive in nature.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Understanding of warehouse operations including inventory management, shipping, receiving, and storage procedures.
• Familiarity with logistics principles and emergency management protocols.
• Knowledge of safety standards and regulations applicable to warehouse environments.
• Proficiency in using Microsoft Office applications (Excel, Word, Outlook) and inventory management software.
• Basic understanding of documentation and record-keeping practices related to logistics.
• Strong organizational and multitasking skills to handle multiple priorities efficiently.
• Effective communication skills, both written and verbal, to coordinate with teams and stakeholders.
• Attention to detail to ensure accuracy in inventory records, shipping documents, and audits.
• Problem-solving skills to identify and resolve logistical issues such as delays or discrepancies.
• Ability to operate warehouse equipment safely and follow established protocols.
• Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines in a fast-paced or emergency response environment.
• Willingness to work non-traditional hours and travel as needed for deployments.
• Capability to adapt to changing priorities and work collaboratively within a team.
• Physical ability to perform warehouse duties, including lifting and moving materials if required

Minimum Qualifications:

• Experience in warehouse management, with a strong understanding of inventory control, logistics, and space optimization.
• Valid driver’s license.
• Willingness and ability to undergo training and obtain a Class A commercial driver’s license if required for this position.
• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs. unassisted.
• Computer experience, including but not limited to Microsoft Office such as Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint, and other database/spreadsheet software.
• During declared state emergencies, you may be required to work more than 10 hours per day, weekends, and be deployed in support of disaster response for up to 14 days, if needed.

Special Notes:

The State of Florida is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Affirmative Action Employer and does not tolerate discrimination or violence in the workplace.

The Division of Emergency Management is committed to successfully recruiting and onboarding talented and skilled individuals into its workforce. The Division appreciates the service and sacrifices made by veterans and their family members. Further, FDEM recognizes the immeasurable value veterans bring to the workplace and is committed to increasing the number of veterans that serve in its workforce.

The Division of Emergency Management is committed to increasing recruitment and hiring of individuals with disabilities and improving employment outcomes. An individual with a disability is qualified if he or she satisfies the skills, experience, and other job-related requirements for a position and can perform the essential functions of the position with or without reasonable accommodation. Candidates requiring a reasonable accommodation, as defined by the Americans with Disabilities Act, must contact the FDEM Human Resources Office at (850) 815-4177. FDEM requests applicants notify HR in advance to allow sufficient time to provide the accommodation.

The State of Florida supports a Drug-Free workplace. All employees are subject to reasonable suspicion drug testing in accordance with section 112.0455, F.S., Drug-Free Workplace Act.

Successful completion of background screening will be required for this position.

The State of Florida and the Division of Emergency Management participate in E-Verify. This federal law requires all employers to verify the identity and employment eligibility of all persons hired to work in the United States.

In response to emergency events, Division of Emergency Management employees may be required to work irregular hours, to work more than 8 hours per day, to work extended periods (including weekends and holidays), to work at locations other than their official headquarters, and to perform duties in addition to those outlined in the employee’s position description. Employees must be able to deploy to emergency sites with limited advance notice.

The State of Florida is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Affirmative Action Employer, and does not tolerate discrimination or violence in the workplace.

Candidates requiring a reasonable accommodation, as defined by the Americans with Disabilities Act, must notify the agency hiring authority and/or People First Service Center (1-866-663-4735). Notification to the hiring authority must be made in advance to allow sufficient time to provide the accommodation.

The State of Florida supports a Drug-Free workplace. All employees are subject to reasonable suspicion drug testing in accordance with Section 112.0455, F.S., Drug-Free Workplace Act.