Delivery Associate

Johns Hopkins Applied Physics Laboratory•Laurel, MD

19h•Onsite

About The Position

We are seeking a dedicated, hardworking, team individual to help us deliver material, equipment, documents and furniture throughout the campus. As a member of our team, you'll contribute to APL's success by ensuring incoming materials/equipment are received and delivered in a timely manner. We are passionate about customer service and with your help, we will remain a valued partner throughout the organization.

Requirements

1+ years of previous delivery experience to include but not limited to assisting with shipment operations, delivering, moving and organizing boxes, inventory coordination and customer order fulfillment
Ability to lift up to 50 lbs. and walk extensively indoors and out.
Valid state-of-residence driver’s license in good standing.
Able to obtain or possess and maintain a valid Department of Transportation (DOT) Card.
Basic computer skills to include Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook)
Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
Can work independently and within a team environment
Strong interpersonal, time management and customer service skills
Able to obtain APL forklift certification within 3 months of hire
Able to load/unload packages using pallet jack, lift gate and forklift
Can maintain good attendance and punctuality
Able to obtain Secret level security clearance. If selected, you will be subject to a government security clearance investigation and must meet the requirements for access to classified information. Eligibility requirements include U.S. citizenship.

Nice To Haves

Basic knowledge and familiarity with parcel tracking systems
Possess a Dangerous Goods Certification
Demonstrate leadership capabilities

Responsibilities

Ensure incoming material and equipment are delivered to the appropriate individual/location in a timely manner. This material includes gas bottles, dewars and other dangerous goods.
Ensure trucks are loaded and unloaded which may involve operating a lift gate, forklift or pallet jack.
Use precautionary actions when delivering product to prevent damage. This will require driving APL vehicles.
Track deliverables using parcel tracking system, run reports and reconcile errors daily.
Provide support throughout the group as needed.
Utilize APL vehicles in the course of day to day operations.