Materials Handler

Job Description
Performs manual and clerical duties related to delivering, shipping, receiving, Inspecting, storing, and issuing a variety of materials, equipment and supplies. Must possess a valid Arizona driver's license (minimum of Class D) upon employment and maintain throughout employment.
Post-offer of employment selected candidate must:

• Possess an acceptable driving record which is 3 or fewer points in the most recent 24-month period from date of hire.
• Pass pre-employment physical examination post offer of employment.

Working Environment

• Working in a warehouse environment.
• Standing for long periods of time.
• Interacting with customers.
• Driving ASU Vehicles long and short distances, driving on ASU campuses, often in high pedestrian traffic.
• Driving ASU vehicles for at least 50% of the time.
• Working in supervised teams.
• Working outside picking up and delivering parcels, mall packages, surplus property, and heavy materials.
• Climbing up and down with heavy materials.
• Lifting materials up to 70 pounds in weight.

Background Check Statement
ASU conducts pre-employment screening for all positions which includes a criminal background check, verification of work history, academic credentials, licenses, and certifications. Employment is contingent upon successful passing of the background check.
Minimum 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. Some positions may require state certification in forklift operation.
Department Statement
The Materials Management department at Arizona State University receives, sells, and delivers office supplies, mall, packages, furniture, parcels, and gases used In research, surplus property, paper, and maintenance supplies. It Is part of University Business Services. The vision of University Business Services is to lead in business services and customer satisfaction.
Must possess a valid Arizona driver's license (minimum of Class D) upon employment and maintain throughout employment. Post-offer of employment, selected candidate must possess an acceptable driving record which Is 3 or fewer points in the most recent 24-month period from date of hire.
Must pass pre-employment physical examination post offer of employment. Tuition Reduction Reduced In-state tuition Is available to faculty and staff who are employed at least 50% within the state university system, their spouses and dependent children. You must be employed on the first day of the session to be eligible for employee reduced In-state tuition. At ASU, the Qualified Tuition Reduction Form must be submitted on or before the first day of a session to qualify for reduced tuition.

Desired Qualifications

• Experience in operating various vehicles.
• Experience in customer service.
• Experience in mail, shipping, receiving, and freight.
• Experience in using computer technology and ability to learn new software systems.
• Experience in using forklift.
• Experience in using hand-held scanners.
• Knowledge of safety procedures related to warehouse and materials.
• Experience operating large vehicle in tight and congested areas.
• Experience lifting heavy packages and objects.
• Experience in effective communication skills.

ASU Statement
Arizona State University is a new model for American higher education, an unprecedented combination of academic excellence, entrepreneurial energy and broad access. This New American University is a single, unified institution comprising four differentiated campuses positively impacting the economic, social, cultural and environmental health of the communities it serves. Its research is inspired by real world application blurring the boundaries that traditionally separate academic disciplines. ASU serves more than 100,000 students in metropolitan Phoenix, Arizona, the nation's fifth largest city. ASU champions intellectual and cultural diversity, and welcomes students from all fifty states and more than one hundred nations across the globe.
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Essential Duties

• Load and unload delivery truck/box truck/van.
• Heavy lifting/moving daily (20-70 pounds).
• Operate various vehicles and material handling equipment.
• Receive, process and deliver parcels/mall/freight/surplus property.
• Assist CEMS team in delivery of chemicals to campus
• Perform clerical tasks for documentation and record-keeping.
• Provide customer service and problem resolution.
• Stock shelves, fill orders, verify orders/pecking slips.
• Use hand-held scanner and various computer systems.
• Comply with ell established safety guidelines.
• Ensure quality control of products and services.

Fingerprint Check Statement
This position is considered safety/security sensitive and will include a fingerprint check. Employment is contingent upon successful passing of the fingerprint check.
Instructions to Apply
Application deadline is 3:00PM Arizona time on the date indicated.
Please include all employment information in month/year format (e.g., 6/88 to 8/94), job title, job duties and name of employer for each position.
Resume should clearly illustrate how prior knowledge and experience meets the Minimum and Desired qualifications of this position.
ASU does not pay for travel expenses associated with interviews, unless otherwise indicated.
Applicant must be eligible to work in the United States; ASU will not be a sponsor for this position.
Only electronic applications are accepted for this position.