MATERIALS HANDLER

About the role

The Materials Handler contributes to the efficiency of university operations by managing diverse functions, including parking and transit and strategic partnerships. They are responsible for materials movement, event support, and delivering high-quality customer service to various university stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• Receive, sign for, sort, and process incoming mail and packages from USPS, UPS, FedEx, DHL, Amazon, and other couriers.
• Use receiving software and mobile devices to scan and track all deliverable items.
• Drive ASU vehicles across multiple campuses, including areas with high pedestrian traffic.
• Deliver USPS mail, interoffice mail, tracked packages from various shipping providers, Print Services jobs, and paper orders to campus departments.
• Transport high-value equipment, laboratory supplies, office goods, furniture, and hazardous materials.
• Secure cargo properly and ensure even weight distribution.
• Operate material-handling equipment such as pallet jacks, hand trucks, and dollies.

Requirements

• High School Diploma and two-years (2) experience appropriate to the area of assignment/field; OR, Any equivalent combination of experience and/or training from which comparable knowledge, skills and abilities have been achieved.

Qualifications

• One year of shipping/receiving experience; OR, Any equivalent combination of experience and/or education from which comparable knowledge, skills and abilities have been achieved.
• Employee is required to possess a Class D Driver’s license throughout employment.

Desired Qualifications

• One year of shipping/receiving experience; OR, Any equivalent combination of experience and/or education from which comparable knowledge, skills and abilities have been achieved.
• Employee is required to possess a Class D Driver’s license throughout employment.

Working Environment

• Activities are performed in an environmentally controlled warehouse setting subject to extended periods of standing and walking moderate distances to perform work.
• Required to learn and utilize a variety of software applications and technology equipment to perform key functions of the position.
• Frequent bending, reaching, lifting, pushing and pulling up to 50 pounds.
• Regular activities require ability to quickly change priorities which may include and/or are subject to resolution of conflicts.
• Able to effectively communicate verbally and through email.

Department Statement

The Supply Chain/Materials Management department at Arizona State University is an award-winning, fast-paced, centralized logistical services warehouse operation on all ASU campuses. As a part of University Business Services, the Supply Chain/Materials Management department provides essential goods and services for instruction, research, and operations. We are committed to exceptional customer service in order to provide innovative, sustainable, and cost-saving solutions to the University.

Driving Requirement

This position may require driving. Employee must possess a valid US Driver’s license of the appropriate class and required endorsements throughout employment.

Instructions to Apply

To be considered, your application must include all of the following attachments: Cover letter, Resume or CV, Multiple documents may be uploaded in the attachments section. Alternatively, applicants may combine all required materials into a single PDF for submission. Please ensure uploaded documents are clearly labeled and include your name. Please ensure your resume includes all employment information in month and year format, for example 6/04 to 8/14, along with job title, job duties, and employer name for each position. Your resume should clearly demonstrate how your experience and background meet the minimum and desired qualifications for this position. Incomplete applications or missing required materials may not be considered.