Driver-Warehouse Worker

University of Washington•Seattle, WA

5d•Onsite

About The Position

Facilities Stores has an outstanding opportunity for a Driver-Warehouse Worker to join their team. Reporting to the Assistant Manager for Warehouse Operations at the Plant Services Facilities Store, they will safely operate light and medium duty vehicles (up to one and one-half ton); pick up and deliver materials, tools, and equipment within required timeframes; perform warehousing duties in support of UW Facilities Stores.

Requirements

Physical ability to do required work AND one year of experience operating light trucks, delivery vehicles and related equipment AND possession of a valid motor vehicle operator’s license.
Excellent driving record – copy of driving abstract will be required of all final candidates
Excellent oral and interpersonal communications skills combined with a positive, optimistic success-oriented attitude
Excellent customer service skills, professional and courteous demeanor
Ability to consistently exercise critical thinking skills
Excellent attention to detail
Valid Washington State Driver’s License
Substantial footwear is required and must be provided by the employee and worn on the job.
Must be able to work in a non-smoking environment
Ability to lift / move up to 50 pounds unassisted and ability to lift / move 50-100 pounds with assistance
Ability to obtain and maintain forklift certification.
Regular and predictable attendance is required

Nice To Haves

Working knowledge of Facilities Maintenance and Construction products, supplies, and materials used by skilled trades.
Ability to learn new proprietary software and ability track daily tasks using Microsoft Office suite of software tools.
Ability to learn and use customized database software.

Responsibilities

Operate light and medium duty vehicles, up to and including one and one-half ton trucks. Operate hydraulic lift gate, when applicable. Pick-up and deliver materials, equipment, and tools to various locations on and off campus.
Perform warehouse functions in multiple locations which includes: counter service, inventory control, receiving and disbursing, material storage, along with picking, packing, staging, materials for delivery. Inspect incoming items and check for condition, quantity, and type against shipping documents. Set up storerooms and warehouse areas. Issue materials and stage materials for pickup by trades personnel. Accurately process materials utilizing the AiM system.
Safely operate material handling equipment used in loading, unloading, moving and delivering equipment, materials, and supplies. Material handling equipment includes but is not limited to: forklifts, electric and manual pallet jacks, hand trucks, slant/panel carts.
Utilize hardware and software associated with UW Facilities Stores inventory management. Participate in physical inventories on an ongoing basis.
Interact daily with UW Facilities trades and other staff, and vendors; provide excellent customer service through timely responses to requests; deliver clear and courteous communication while paying attention to detail.
Maintain a neat, orderly, safe work area which includes vehicle cleanliness. Perform pre-trip vehicle inspections and minor service on assigned vehicle, (e.g. tire pressure, windshield fluid), and clean the interior and exterior of the vehicle as needed.
Participate in workplace safety and job training certification classes as required to perform daily duties.
Participate in continuous improvement initiatives to improve workplace practices and processes to add value to the services provided.
Provide support for all Materials Management programs and functions. Perform related duties as required. Assist with special projects as assigned. Driver-Warehouse Workers may be assigned to various campus locations based on business needs. Assignments to work sites may vary in duration and frequency.
Perform other duties as assigned.