Warehouse Assistant

Title: Warehouse Assistant

Reports to: Director of Special Projects

Neal Electric is a leading electrical contractor with over 40 years of experience serving Southern California. As a proud Certified Minority Business Enterprise (MBE) backed by Meruelo Enterprises, we specialize in commercial, healthcare, education, hospitality, government, aviation, and green-energy projects. Our work includes high-profile builds like the San Diego Central Courthouse, San Marcos High School, and numerous EV charging and solar installations.

We bring the strength of a large corporation with the care of a family-run business, delivering excellence on every job. Our dedicated team of 100 professionals thrives in a culture that values collaboration, integrity, and innovation.

At Neal Electric, we don’t just power buildings, we power possibilities.

About the Role:

The Ideal candidate will support purchasing and field operations with shipping and receiving, job-site deliveries and building maintenance.

Key Responsibilities:

• Knowledge of Tool Watch
• Shipping / Receiving and warehouse
• Keep inventory of all project materials and communicate with Project Managers and Foreman for delivery schedules.
• Maintain a log of all materials on hold by job numbers
• Receive and check in all deliveries and keep a record of all deliveries in receiving log.
• Keep warehouse clean, organized and free of clutter.
• Emergency runs for materials, check deliveries and pickups.
• Keep scrap wire and metal tagged with appropriate job#.
• Disperse office supplies upon delivery and stock supplies throughout office on Fridays.
• Keep soda machines stocked
• Manage building maintenance
• Driver
• Understanding of construction tools.
• Deliver of construction tools and material to job sites throughout San Diego County.
• Minimal job clean offs
• Scrap runs when needed
• Keep a clean and professional appearance to uphold company image
• Maintain accurate record keeping of tool transfers to and from job sites.
• Safely and accurately, load and unload company trucks.
• Complies with all company safety standards, and all federal, state, and local laws.
• Operate forklift.
• Communicate with Supervisor and job site Superintendent
• Maintain serviceability and appearance of company vehicle.
• Assists other workers in completing tasks as requested by management.
• Work well in a team environment.
• Tags for panels and panel schedules.

Qualifications:

• A high school diploma or GED equivalent is required.
• General knowledge of the various disciplines and procedures utilized by the Construction industry is preferred.
• Individual must be detail oriented with strong organizational, computer and communication skills.
• Proficient in Microsoft Word, Excel and knowledge of spreadsheet applications.
• Must have experience driving a 22ft Stake bed truck
• Must be able to pass a drug test, criminal background check and be open to take random drug and breath alcohol test at any given time.
• Able to adjust priorities on short notice, manage interruptions and work well under pressure.
• Must have a valid class C California driver's license and a clean driving and criminal record
• Ability to stay focused and work without close supervision.
• Works well in a team environment as well as independently.
• Ability to timely meet deadlines; coordinate workloads with Supervisor.
• Effective communication, organizational and problem-solving skills.
• Interacts professionally with all company employees and outside persons, such as customers, vendors and professional service providers.
• Manual dexterity and eye-hand coordination are necessary.
• Mental alertness is necessary to ensure accurate and thorough completion of work activities.
• Ability to interpret and disseminate complex information appropriate and effectively.
• Ability to sit and stand for prolonged periods and efficiently operate computer, calculator, copier, fax and other business office equipment.
• The employee is frequently required to use hands to finger, handle or feel and reach with hands and arms.
• Ability to operate a motor vehicle, required.
• Working conditions consist of a temperature-controlled building; noise level in work environment is usually moderate.

At Meruelo, we believe that diverse teams drive innovation and better business outcomes. We are dedicated to fostering a culture where everyone feels respected, valued, and empowered to bring their whole selves to work. We actively encourage candidates from all backgrounds to apply.

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $22.00 - $27.00 per hour

Benefits:

• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Employee discount
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Parental leave
• Vision insurance

Work Location: In person

Salary : $22 - $27