Warehouse Assistant
Kelso Industries
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Description
Together We Build – Partnership, Innovation, Excellence, and Safety
At Kelso Industries, 5,000+ employees across 40+ companies work together to deliver exceptional HVAC, mechanical, plumbing, refrigeration, and electrical solutions nationwide. Join us to grow your career, make an impact, and be part of a team where innovation, excellence, and safety come first.
Recruiter Notice: We respectfully ask external recruiters and staffing agencies not to submit candidates. We only accept direct applications.
Position Summary
The Warehouse Assistant supports the daily operations of our construction and HVAC warehouse by managing materials, tools, and equipment used by field personnel. This role is essential to ensuring technicians and project teams have the right materials at the right time to keep projects running efficiently and on schedule. The ideal candidate is organized, dependable, and enjoys working in a fast-paced, hands-on environment.
Key Responsibilities
Material & Inventory Management
- Receive, inspect, and verify incoming HVAC equipment, parts, and materials.
- Maintain accurate inventory levels of stock and job-specific materials.
- Organize warehouse inventory for efficient access and distribution.
- Assist with inventory counts, cycle counts, and audits.
Job Support & Order Fulfillment
- Pull, stage, and prepare materials for upcoming projects.
- Coordinate with Project Managers, Foremen, and Field Technicians to ensure material readiness.
- Load and unload trucks with equipment and supplies.
- Prepare, track, and coordinate deliveries to job sites.
Tools & Equipment Management
- Issue, track, and maintain company tools and equipment.
- Inspect tools for damage and coordinate repairs or replacements.
- Manage tool check-in and check-out procedures.
Warehouse & Yard Organization
- Maintain a clean, safe, and organized warehouse and yard.
- Properly store materials to prevent damage, loss, or weather exposure.
- Organize equipment, trailers, and returned job-site materials.
Safety & Compliance
- Follow all company safety policies and OSHA regulations.
- Safely handle materials, equipment, and HVAC units.
- Report damaged materials, safety concerns, and incidents promptly.
Qualifications
- High school diploma or GED required.
- Minimum 1 year of warehouse, construction, or HVAC experience preferred.
- Knowledge of HVAC materials, tools, and equipment strongly preferred.
- Basic computer skills and experience with inventory systems preferred.
- Forklift certification preferred or willingness to obtain certification.
- Valid driver's license preferred.
Skills & Competencies
- Strong organizational and time-management skills.
- Attention to detail and accuracy.
- Ability to prioritize multiple requests in a fast-paced environment.
- Strong communication and teamwork skills.
- Reliable, self-motivated, and dependable.
- Ability to perform physical work, including lifting, loading, and unloading materials.
Benefits
- Competitive Pay
- Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
- 401(k) with Company Match
- Paid Time Off (PTO)
- Paid Holidays
- Career Growth Opportunities
- Ongoing Training and Development
Physical Requirements
- Ability to lift and carry up to 50 lbs. regularly.
- Ability to stand, walk, bend, and work in a warehouse environment throughout the day.
- Comfortable working indoors and outdoors in varying weather conditions
Why Join Kelso Industries?
Join us and be part of a team dedicated to creating efficient, sustainable, and high-performance environments that make a lasting impact across the industrial, commercial, and institutional sectors.
Here you will experience:
Growth Opportunities: Develop new skills, take on exciting challenges, and advance your career in meaningful ways.
Company Culture: You’ll thrive in an environment that supports your growth, values your contributions, and makes work fulfilling and enjoyable.
Impact: Your work directly contributes to meaningful outcomes, allowing you to see the difference you make and feel a sense of purpose every day.
Competitive Compensation & Benefits: You’ll be rewarded fairly for your contributions while enjoying perks that enhance your financial security, health, and overall well-being.
Kelso Industries celebrates diversity and is committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. We do not discriminate in any aspect of employment based on race, color, religion, national origin, ancestry, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, age, veteran status, disability, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local employment discrimination laws where Kelso does business
Benefits
- health insurance
- vision insurance
- 401(k)
- paid time off
About this role
Kelso Industries' Warehouse Assistant role centers on keeping construction and HVAC operations moving by managing materials, inventory, and equipment across a busy warehouse and job sites. You'll receive and organize incoming HVAC parts and equipment, pull orders for field teams, coordinate deliveries, track tools, and maintain the warehouse and yard to ensure technicians have what they need when they need it. The work is hands-on and physical—expect regular lifting up to 50 lbs, loading trucks, and working both indoors and outdoors in varying conditions.
The ideal candidate is organized and detail-oriented with at least a year of warehouse, construction, or HVAC experience. Familiarity with HVAC materials and tools, basic computer skills for inventory systems, and a valid driver's license are preferred; forklift certification is a plus or can be obtained on the job. You'll need to be reliable, self-motivated, and comfortable juggling multiple requests in a fast-paced environment while following safety protocols and OSHA regulations.
Kelso Industries offers competitive pay, medical and dental coverage, a 401(k) match, paid time off, and paid holidays. As part of a 5,000+ person organization across 40+ companies, you'd have access to career growth and ongoing training opportunities within a larger structure focused on safety and excellence.
How this employer is doing
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- Expanding
- Recently Raised Funding
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