Storesperson

Storesperson

(Temporary, Full-Time) - 2007

Close Date
August 17, 2026

At the City of Kamloops, we believe in progressive and barrier-free recruitment for everybody every day. This means employment opportunities for all in a safe, inclusive and diverse workplace. We know our city is stronger when we hire qualified individuals from different backgrounds with diverse experiences, cultures and perspectives.

We are focused on creating the highest levels of service excellence, based on an organization-wide community culture that celebrates our employees who make it all happen. We are known as Canada’s Tournament Capital and are famous for our hospitality and community spirit, traits that make us a leader! Recreation, sports, arts and culture, health care, social activities, volunteerism, and affordable housing all meld to form a unique blend of big-city amenities with small-town ambience. This is Kamloops!

Let’s make Kamloops shine! Join our team today.

Position Overview
Are you organized, detail-oriented, and enjoy working in a fast-paced warehouse or inventory environment? Join our team as a temporary, full-time Storesperson , where you'll play a key role in ensuring materials, equipment, and supplies are received, stored, tracked, and distributed efficiently to support City operations.

In this hands-on role, you'll receive and inspect deliveries, issue inventory, perform cycle counts, maintain accurate inventory records, and safely operate equipment such as forklifts and pallet jacks. You'll also help organize warehouse storage, identify obsolete or low-stock items, and assist with the safe handling and transportation of materials, including dangerous goods. This position requires a strong commitment to safety, excellent customer service, and the ability to work both indoors and outdoors throughout the year.

The successful candidate must have the following qualifications:

1. Completion of senior secondary school or its equivalent.
2. Valid BC Driver’s Licence - Class 5.
3. Minimum one year’s relevant experience in a computerized stores environment within the past five years.
4. Completion of a minimum of two courses within SCMA - Supply Management Training;        
5. OR
6. Completion of a Level I Parts Technician program recognized by Skill Trades BC.
7. Proficient in basic Word and basic Excel as demonstrated through testing. (70% pass rate required)

This is a unionized position with CUPE Local 900; check out our Collective Agreement (2024 - 2025) for full details (ratified 2026 Collective Agreement coming soon). As this is a unionized position, all qualifications must be met in order to be shortlisted for the position.

For new hires, and for those working in designated positions of trust, including those working directly with vulnerable persons, no formal offer of employment will be made until an applicant completes a police information check. This position will receive 14% in lieu of all benefits, vacation, stat holidays, and health time.

Please note that this is a temporary position until approximately October 23, 2026.

Hourly Rate
$35.919

Hours & Days of Work
Monday - Friday: 8:00 AM - 4:00 PM

Hours per Week
40

Please note if you need assistance or have individual needs or requirements throughout the application process, contact the Human Resources Department by telephone, email View email address on civicjobs.ca or in person at 6-510 Lorne Street so we can better support you.

External job postings are open to everyone. We are an equal opportunity employer and thank all applicants for their interest. Please be sure to review the application requirements of each job you apply for. Only those selected to participate in the recruitment process will be contacted. 

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