Warehouse Worker

About the role

The Warehouse Worker supports campus-wide receiving, shipping, distribution, and inventory activities. Key responsibilities include receiving, inspecting, and processing incoming shipments; preparing, packing, and shipping materials; operating material handling equipment; maintaining inventory; and assisting with mail distribution and property management.

Responsibilities

• Receive, inspect, and process incoming shipments; verify deliveries against purchase orders, packing slips, and shipping documents.
• Prepare, pack, and ship materials through common carriers, while providing pickup and delivery services across campus.
• Operate material handling equipment and university vehicles to transport supplies, equipment, and mail safely and efficiently.
• Maintain warehouse inventory, equipment records, surplus property documentation, and accurate asset tracking using barcode and identification systems.
• Absorb and distribute mail, remove surplus property, and assist with property management activities.

Requirements

• One year of experience assisting in the receipt, storage, or issuance of materials from a centralized stockroom or warehouse, including some experience in the operation of forklift trucks or similar power-operated materials handling equipment.
• Working knowledge of methods, practices, and equipment used in receiving, storing, packing, and shipping materials and supplies.
• General knowledge of methods of taking inventories and maintaining inventory records.
• Ability to match names and numbers quickly and accurately; keep simple records and make simple reports; perform simple mathematical calculations; operate powered materials handling equipment.
• Apply safe methods of moving heavy supplies and equipment.
• Lift up to 70 pounds with or without assistance.

Qualifications

• High school diploma, technical/vocational program, or other equivalents combined with several years of related work experience preferred.
• Forklift operation certificate preferred.

Benefits

San Diego State University offers a comprehensive benefits package including generous time off, retirement benefits, health coverage, education support, and optional offerings such as FlexCash, life and disability insurance, and legal and pet plans.

Pay

Initial step placement is not expected to exceed Step 5 ($3,747/month). Salary step placement for internal applicants will follow the CSUEU Collective Bargaining Agreement. CSU Classification Salary Range: $3,461-$4,752 per month (Step 1-Step 17).

Schedule

Standard SDSU work hours are Monday – Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m., but may vary based on operational needs.

Department Summary

Under the general direction and supervision of the Assistant Director, Logistical Services, Shipping and Receiving Services (SRS), and Mail Services (MS) are jointly responsible for the receipt of all incoming material for the campus community and the delivery of such material to the appropriate campus departments. SRS & MS are responsible for the receipt, packing, and shipment of all outgoing material as well. The departments provide documentation and verification of all material to ensure it is in accordance with the purchase orders. Responsibilities also include the receipt and tagging of University equipment. SRS & MS are also jointly responsible for receiving, sorting, and distributing U.S. and campus mail. It also distributes other campus-related materials. The departments serve as the liaison between the University and the U.S. Postal Service.