Warehouse Assistant en Race Communications

Job Title:                Warehouse Assistant

Classification:       Full-Time, Non-Exempt, At-Will

Reports to:             Warehouse Supervisor

Department:          Operations-Warehouse

Location:               Onsite: Yuba City, CA.

Location Status:   Work will primarily be performed onsite in our office. Occasional travel to and work from other Race offices or other off-site locations within Northern California will be required.     

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About Us: 

As the leading provider of 10G fiber internet in California, Race Communications is a company built by the needs of the communities that we serve. Working for Race means being dedicated to bringing cutting-edge fiber internet to rural and urban communities, providing opportunities, enhancing technology, and enabling access for generations to come.

Summary:

The Warehouse Assistant is responsible for assisting in the day-to-day operations of a warehouse, including receiving and processing incoming stock and materials, picking, and filling orders, packing and shipping orders, and organizing and retrieving stock in the warehouse. They may use forklifts, pallet jacks, and other warehouse equipment to move inventory, and may also be responsible for maintaining the cleanliness and organization of the warehouse. A warehouse assistant will also be responsible for conducting inventory counts, documenting inventory movements, and preparing reports for management. They must have strong attention to detail, be able to work in a team environment, and have good communication and organizational skills.

Qualifications and Experience:

• Eligibility for US Employment without sponsorship
• Minimum of 18 years of age
• High School Diploma or GED or equivalent combination of education and experience is preferred
• A valid driver's license, subject to successful verification through a DMV check, is mandatory 
• One to two years of experience working in a warehouse or similar environment can be helpful in understanding the duties and responsibilities of a warehouse assistant
• Familiarity with basic computer skills, such as using inventory management systems and Microsoft Office applications, can be useful in performing some of the duties of a warehouse assistant
• Forklift certification: Some warehouse assistant positions may require a forklift certification, which can be obtained through training courses and testing
• Must be able to speak, read, write, and understand English as the primary language used in the workplace
• Proficiency in Spanish Language is desirable

Skills:

• Functional use of MS Office applications including Teams, Word, Excel, and PowerPoint; teleconferencing applications
• Functional use of common office equipment, computers, and office software

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

Receiving and Inspection: 

• Verifies and inspects the contents of incoming shipments against purchase orders, unpacking, and arranging items for storage, and recording and reporting any discrepancies

Shipping and Receiving: 

• Coordinates with carriers and freight forwarders to ensure timely and accurate shipments, preparing shipping documents, and loading and unloading trucks

Order Fulfillment and Returns:

• Uses inventory management systems to locate and retrieve specific items from storage and packaging them for shipment to customers
• Locates, picks, and prepares products for shipment or delivery by reading orders, finding the products, verifying accuracy, and packaging them appropriately
• Manages the process of preparing and shipping products to customers, including receiving and processing orders, picking, packing, and coordinating with carriers
• Manages the cancellation and return process of orders from customers to ensure customer satisfaction

Organization and Inventory Control: 

• Counts, reconciles, replenishes and record keeps of physical inventory levels from back-up locations
• Manages incoming and outgoing inventory, ensures accurate record-keeping, and maintains warehouse organization
• Keeps track of inventory levels and locations, ensuring that all items are properly labeled and stored in their designated locations, and keeping storage areas clean and organized

Equipment and Vehicle Operation: 

• Uses forklifts, hand dolly, electric dolly, pallet jack, and/or elevator to move and transport materials and inventory within the warehouse
• Transports goods and materials safely using a company vehicle
• Maintains vehicle/equipment pre-op/post-op to be prepared to perform required duties
• Maintains a clean driving record as defined by the current fleet insurance underwriter

Safety Awareness and Compliance:

• Observes hazards and reports any concerns or accidents to a supervisor or safety professional; participates in the investigation process as needed
• Understands, completes, and signs off all pre-job safety planning tools at the start and end of the shift; completes all required safety-related paperwork
• Understands and responds appropriately to all safety hazards and warning devices (e.g., back-up alarms, smell of smoke, fumes, odors, different colored warning tags, warning sirens)
• Upholds a secure work environment by adhering to regulations, procedures, and company policies, ensuring safety standards are consistently maintained

Other duties as assigned.

As Part of Our Team, You Will Enjoy:

• 100% Employer-paid medical, dental, vision, and life for all our employees
• 401 (k) with 100% Employer-matched up to 4% of your annual income
• Generous paid time off including sick, vacation, holiday and birthday pay
• Free Race highspeed internet and phone service where available

All offers of employment are contingent until all pre-employment requirements are met. These requirements may include drug and background screenings as well as Motor Vehicle and DOT related screening and reporting requirements. Race will consider qualified job applicants with arrest and conviction records for employment. 

Background Check: Race Communications is a Fair Chance employer abiding by Federal and applicable state Fair Chance Act (s) for all applicants and additionally abides by the LA County Fair Chance Ordinance if you are applying for a position (is) associated with our Lancaster or Palmdale offices.  Except as otherwise permissible under applicable laws, you will not be asked to provide information about a conviction history unless you receive a conditional offer of employment.  Race will make an individualized assessment of whether your conviction history has a direct or adverse relationship with the specific duties of the job, and will also consider potential mitigating factors, including, but not limited to, evidence and extent of rehabilitation, recency of the offense(s), and age at the time of the offense(s). If asked to provide information about a conviction history, any convictions or court records which are exempted by a valid court order do not have to be disclosed.

Incoming employees will participate in our Speedway to Success onboarding and orientation program and may be required to travel to an onboarding location other than their designated worksite for the first day. Remote employees may be required to attend in-person orientation and collect their assigned equipment on their first day. Further information will be provided closer to the hire date. 

Race Communications is an equal opportunity employer who welcomes applications from individuals (with or without reasonable accommodation), with the skills, experience, and dedication to excel in their roles without regard to race, religion, color, sex/gender (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding, or related medical conditions), sex stereotype, gender identity/gender expression and sexual orientation, national origin, ancestry, physical or mental disability, medical condition, genetic information/characteristics, marital status/registered domestic partner status, age, sexual orientation, reproductive health decision-making, military or veteran status or any other basis protected by federal, state, or local law, ordinance, or regulation. 

To arrange reasonable accommodation(s) for qualified individuals with disabilities, please contact Recruiting (recruiting at race dot com) to initiate the interactive process. 

Updated: 09/2025