Distribution Assistant - Driver

Whatcom County Library System • Bellingham, WA

2d • $20 - $28 • Onsite

About The Position

The Whatcom County Library System (WCLS) is accepting applications for a part-time Distribution Assistant - Driver position at the Whatcom County Library System's Administrative Services building. The Distribution Assistant - Driver delivers, sorts and picks up library materials and other items assigned to locations in Whatcom County, which includes loading and unloading the library vehicles. Processes materials on the computer for delivery and packs them; unpacks and redistributes materials. Assists with vehicle maintenance. Processes reports; maintains statistics and performs other routine clerical tasks; performs other duties as assigned.

Requirements

• High School diploma and one or more years of relevant experience, or equivalent technical training, education and/or experience
• Possession of a valid Washington State driver's license and a safe driving record
• Eligibility for library sponsored liability insurance (must be 25 years or older to be eligible for insurance)
• Eligibility for and ability to obtain required documentation for travel to and from Canada
• Ability to drive library delivery truck (14 ft. body, GVW of 14,000 lbs) in all types of weather and road conditions
• Requires frequent and/or prolonged exposure to adverse weather conditions when loading and unloading materials
• Work requires considerable physical effort in the handling of materials up to 40 pounds and/or manipulating heavy and/or unstable loads using hand trucks
• Ability to speak and understand English
• New employees are subject to a CRC (criminal records check) per RCW 43.43.830
• New employees are subject to a CRC (criminal records check) per RCW 43.43.832

Responsibilities

• Delivers, sorts and picks up library materials and other items assigned to locations in Whatcom County
• Loads and unloads library vehicles
• Processes materials on the computer for delivery and packs them
• Unpacks and redistributes materials
• Assists with vehicle maintenance
• Processes reports
• Maintains statistics
• Performs other routine clerical tasks
• Performs other duties as assigned

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED