Surplus Worker I

Primary Responsibilities

• Trains, communicates, and facilitates an environment that encourages service excellence.
• Exchanges information with campus departments regarding MSU assets and sales; promotes environmentally and financially responsible decision making.
• Communicates with public and campus partners utilizing innovative collaboration.
• Captures and coordinates the movement and display of MSU assets, ensuring the best decision is being made with the placement of the materials while promoting the department initiative of landfill diversion.

Desired Qualifications

• One year experience in a recycling, surplus or related operation.
• Working knowledge of the tools, equipment and processes used in recycling or surplus operation.
• Possession of a valid Michigan vehicle operator's license.
• Must meet MSU safe driving standards and drive a University vehicle to perform job duties of this classification.
• Able to interact with, relate to, and work with college personnel and the public.
• Frequent lifting of 26 to 75 pounds and occasional lifting of over 75 pounds.
• Possession or attainment of an MSU forklift operator's permit prior to the completion of the applicable probationary or trial period.

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, citizenship, age, disability or protected veteran status.

Required Application Materials

Please submit a current resume detailing experience.

Special Instructions

Applications will be reviewed as needed. Work Hours: Monday through Friday, 7:00 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. May require nights, weekend, or holiday work. Hours subject to change.

Summary of Physical Demands

Carrying surplus items and recyclables from storage location to second location. Pushing carts of surplus and recycling to and from loading docks or trucks parked in outside areas. Using carts or pallet-jacks to move large items up to 300lbs. Climbing in and out of truck and onto tailgates. Climbing ladders or stairs.