Job Details

Warehouse Worker I

Our services impact EVERY Montanan! To be the nation's most citizen oriented, efficiently administered, state tax agency. The Montana Department of Revenue administers nearly 40 state taxes, oversees property appraisals, and regulates alcohol, cannabis, and unclaimed property programs. The Cannabis and Alcohol Regulation Division enforces regulatory laws, distributes distilled spirits, and promotes responsible use of alcohol and cannabis.

The State of Montana's comprehensive benefits package includes:

• Health, dental, and vision care; life insurance; and long-term disability.
• The State currently contributes $12,648/year toward these benefits.
• Free health care for employees and eligible family member at Montana Health Centers.
• Employee Assistance Benefits including counseling, legal assistance, well-being coaching, financial information, which are free resources.
• Retirement plans- The State currently contributes 9.17%, vested after 5 years of continuous employment.
• Paid vacation- starting at 15 days a year.
• Sick leave- 12 days a year.
• 11 holidays, including a floating holiday, which can be used any time.
• Flexible hours.
• Eligibility to participate in the Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) program.

In addition to employee benefits, there are a wide range of advancement opportunities throughout the Department of Revenue.

Duties

Job Overview: This position resides in the Cannabis and Alcohol Regulation Division of Department of Revenue. Duties include assembling store orders using an electronic pallet jack, ensuring orders are picked accurately, and pallets are assembled properly to minimize breakage during shipment. The incumbent in this position reports to the Distribution Bureau Chief and receives guidance from the Warehouse Foreman. This position does not supervise other staff.

This is a temporary 2-year position ending FYE June 30, 2027.

Knowledge of:

• Warehouse safety rules
• Production processes, quality control, and costs
• Proper use and maintenance of equipment and tools

Skills in:

• Research and analysis
• Accuracy and attention to detail
• Conflict resolution & customer service
• Written, verbal, and interpersonal communication

You would be a great fit for this position if you:

• Demonstrate self-motivation
• Follow instructions
• Provide timely, customer service
• Handling multiple priorities under deadlines
• Effectively operate a: forklift, electric pallet jack, and personal scanner

To be considered for any DOR position, applicants must complete and submit their application online and upload any required documents. Successful applicants are required to successfully pass DOR tax and background check(s). DOR is an equal opportunity employer. Women, minorities, and people with disabilities are encouraged to apply.

Special Requirements

Eligibility for employment will be subject to the following:

• Criminal Background Check. Circumstances involving convictions will be reviewed.
• Tax status must be current. Circumstances involving tax status issues will be reviewed.
• Controlled Substance and Alcohol Testing. Due to the nature of the position, individuals will be subject to controlled substance and alcohol testing.
• Prospective employees to whom an offer of employment has been made will be required to undergo controlled substance testing. The employment offer is conditional upon receipt of a negative controlled substance test.
• Controlled substance and alcohol testing may also be required immediately following an accident when reasonable suspicion exists or as part of a follow-up to a previous incident.

Working Conditions

Work hours may exceed 40 hours from time to time, including weekends. Warehouse environment. Lifting is consistent throughout the shift up to 50 pounds and carrying product several feet. Some travel may be required, must have a valid driver's license.

Required Application Materials

Please submit the following application material:

• Resume
• Complete state application

Submissions incomplete or missing relevant materials will not be reviewed or considered.

Applicant Pool Statement: If another department vacancy occurs in this job title within six months, the same applicant pool may be used for the selection. Successful applicants are required to successfully pass DOR tax and background check(s).

Education / Experience

The above competencies are typically acquired through a combination of education and experience equivalent to:

• High school diploma, GED certificate, or equivalent
• One-year experience in a warehouse operating a forklift, electric and manual pallet jack, personal order scanner and dock leveler.
• Other combinations of education and experience will be evaluated on an individual basis.