Temp Inventory Jobs in Raleigh, NC (NOW HIRING)

Salary: $13.76 - $19.93 Hourly
Location : Central Operations Facility - 2501 North Raleigh Blvd., Raleigh, NC 27604, NC
Job Type: Temporary
Job Number: 2026-00258
Department: Temporary
Opening Date: 08/06/2026
Closing Date: 8/20/2026 11:59 PM Eastern
Work Hours: Monday, Wednesday, Friday; 9:00 am to 3:00 pm
Hiring Range: $13.76 - $19.93
Job Description
This position is being re-advertised. Candidates who have previously submitted an application and were referred to the hiring manager are still being considered and do not need to reapply.
Use your talents and skills to make a positive impact to your community!
We are looking to expand our team with top talent! We offer opportunities, great work hours, amazing benefits, and potential to further your career and knowledge while making a difference in the community you serve.
This position will provide inventory support by performing tasks such as: receive and prioritizing requests; retrieves, issues and/or delivers parts, supplies, mail and/or equipment; updates and maintains inventory; monitors upkeep and cleanliness of inventory items; communicate with vendors; maintains routine paperwork, receipts, purchase requisition information and reports; and other duties similar in nature and level as assigned.
We are looking for a highly motivated, positive individuals to join our winning team!
Duties and Responsibilities
The intent of this job description is to provide a representative summary of the major duties and responsibilities performed by employees in this job. Employees may be requested to perform job-related tasks other than those specifically presented in this description.

• Provides inventory distribution support; receives and prioritizes requests; retrieves, issues and/or delivers parts, supplies, mail and/or equipment
• Maintains and organizes inventory of supplies, parts and/or equipment at assigned locations; receives, unloads and/or places inventory items in warehouse or storage areas; verifies condition, quantity and validity of materials received; performs inventory spot checks and identifies need for ordering or replenishment
• Updates and maintains logs and records of inventory receipts, distribution activity and fulfillment requests; initiates requests or orders of supplies; may communicate with vendors to gather cost and availability
• Monitors and maintains upkeep, cleanliness and safe storage of inventory items and areas; disposes of outdated or unnecessary items as approved
• Prepares and maintains routine paperwork, receipts, purchase requisition information and reports
• This position will be required to operate a City-owned work vehicle to retrieve equipment and travel to various work sites on a regular basis

Typical Qualifications
Education and Experience:
High School diploma or G.E.D. equivalency; 1 to 3 years' year experience in routine / minor electrical, plumbing, carpentry, mechanical or related maintenance work
OR
Any equivalent combination of training and/or experience that provides the required knowledge, skills and abilities may be substituted
Licenses or Certifications:

• Valid North Carolina Class C Driver's License with a satisfactory driving record, or the ability to obtain within 60 days of hire

Additional Information
Knowledge of:

• Standard practices, methods and materials of assigned work
• Basic mathematical concepts
• Basic filing and record-keeping principles
• Occupational hazards and applicable safety principles and practices
• Uses and properties of supplies and equipment. Applicable federal, state and local laws, codes, regulations (based on assignment). Customer service principles
• Specialized equipment relevant to area of assignment
• Modern office technology

Skill in:

• Following directions and meeting standards
• Providing attention to detail in assignments
• Proofreading and error correction
• Maintaining and updating data and documentation
• Comprehending reference books and manuals
• Operating assigned tools and equipment
• Organizing and maintaining inventory items, records and files
• Interpreting and applying applicable laws, codes, regulations and standards (based on assignment)
• Providing customer service
• Utilizing a computer and relevant software applications
• Utilizing communication and interpersonal skills as applied to interaction with coworkers, supervisors, the general public and others to sufficiently exchange or convey information and to receive work direction

ADA and Other Requirements:
Physical Demands:
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
While performing the duties of this Job, the employee is regularly required to talk or hear; stand and walk. The employee is frequently required to stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl; climb or balance; reach with hands and arms; pull, push and lift. The employee must frequently lift and/or move up to 50 pounds.
Work Environment:
The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
While performing the duties of this Job, the employee is frequently exposed to outside weather conditions; extreme cold; hazards; infectious diseases and atmospheric conditions and works in indoor or office environment.
When you join the City of Raleigh's work family as a full-time employee, your benefits are an important part of your "total rewards". Your benefits impact many aspects of your life including your health, your finances, and the protection of your family. The City provides a comprehensive benefits package as part of our total rewards program to support you through important events in your life, to enhance your life outside work, and to help you plan and prepare for the future.
To find out about the City's benefits package, and other programs, please visit our Employee Benefits page: https://raleighnc.gov/services/jobs-and-volunteering/pay-and-benefits
The City employs temporary and seasonal employees who generally are scheduled to work on a short-term basis. However, if you are hired as a temporary or seasonal employee, or as an intern, you are not eligible for the City of Raleigh's benefits.
01
Please select your highest level of education completed.

• Some high school
• High school diploma (or GED)
• Some college
• Associate's degree
• Bachelor's degree
• Master's degree
• PhD or other professional degree

02
How much relevant or comparable work experience do you have in routine / minor electrical, plumbing, carpentry, mechanical or related maintenance work?

• None
• Less than 1 year
• 1 to less than 2 years
• 2 to less than 3 years
• 3 to less than 4 years
• 4 to less than 5 years
• 5 to less than 6 years
• 6 to less than 7 years
• 7 to less than 8 years
• 8 to less than 9 years
• 9 to less than 10 years
• 10 years or more

03
Do you have a valid North Carolina Driver's License Class C or the ability to obtain one within 60 days of hire?

• Yes, I currently have a valid NC Driver's License.
• I do not currently have a valid NC Driver's License, but I can obtain one within 60 days of hire.
• No, I do not currently have a valid NC Driver's License and NO, I cannot obtain one within 60 days of hire.

04
Have you ever been terminated or forced to resign from a position?

• Yes
• No

05
If you answered "yes" to being terminated or forced to resign, please provide an explanation and the date.
Required Question