Warehouse Worker I

Applications will be received until October 28, 2026. If the position is not filled by then, we may consider applications submitted after the deadline. Interested applicants must apply online by visiting the Denver Public Schools job board at careers.dpsk12.org.

About this job:

Supports individual, team or department through practical application of knowledge, use of proven techniques, and adherence to procedures. Primary focus on execution of assigned tasks in a specific area of responsibility, with a non-technical scope and a high degree of customer service.

What DPS Offers You:

• A Culture that values Equity, Accountability, Integrity, Collaboration and Fun with a shared vision that Every Learner Thrives.
• Salary Range $23.33 - $23.75 per hour. Click here for more information on compensation for these roles.
• In addition to competitive compensation, DPS has other Total Reward offerings such as; time off, health and wellness benefits, and PERA Retirement.

What You'll Do:

• Packs and unpacks materials, verifying and confirming receipt of materials; operates a variety of equipment and tools (e.g. hand cart, pallet jack) as well as a variety of powered, industrial material handling equipment
• Receives, verifies and stores equipment, materials and supplies in proper warehouse locations
• Communicates and coordinates delivery and requested information with shipping and receiving personnel
• Updates and organizes warehouse inventory, receipt of goods and distribution records
• Operates, troubleshoots and performs preventive maintenance on warehouse equipment
• Prepares items and orders for delivery, pulling orders from warehouse and prioritizing load according to order of delivery following safety procedures
• Delivers items to district locations using a district vehicle, obeying traffic laws, and following established traffic, transportation and district procedures/policies
• Checks stock discrepancies against data processing records, reconciling and makes necessary adjustments to correct stock balances or descriptions with inventory clerk
• Participates in annual and periodic inventory of warehouse items, cooperating with audits and inventory requirements and updating inventory (e.g., adding, deleting, obsolete inventory write-offs)

What You'll Need:

• High School Diploma/GED
• One (1) or more years of related experience handling the receipt and distribution of materials, equipment and supplies in a warehouse or parts-room environment, preferably in a large urban K-12 public school environment.
• Lead for racial and educational excellence and work to dismantle systems of oppression and inequity in our community, along with believing in and supporting all students so they feel seen and heard with access to high quality education.
• Live and work with a permanent home address in Colorado while working with us.
• Have the ability with or without accommodations to meet the physical demands of the position.

Denver Public Schools is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, gender expression, and sexual orientation), parental status, national origin, age, disability, genetic information (including family medical history), political affiliation, military service, or any other status protected by law or regulations. It is our intention that all qualified applicants be given equal opportunity and that selection decisions be based on job-related factors.

Students First. Integrity. Equity. Collaboration. Accountability. Fun