Materials Handler

University of Texas at Austin • Austin, TX

9d • Onsite

About The Position

You’ll be working for a university that is internationally recognized for our academic programs and research. Your work will make a difference in the lives of staff, thereby enhancing the student experience. If you’re the type of person who wants to know your work has meaning and impact, you’ll like working in our department and for UT Austin. UT Austin provides an outstanding benefits package including but not limited to: Competitive health benefits (employee premiums covered at 100%, family premiums at 50%), Voluntary Vision, Dental, Life, and Disability insurance options, Generous paid vacation, sick time, and holidays, Teachers Retirement System of Texas, a defined benefit retirement plan, with 7.75% employer matching funds, Additional Voluntary Retirement Programs: Tax Sheltered Annuity 403(b) and a Deferred Compensation program 457(b), Flexible spending account options for medical and childcare expenses, Robust free training access through LinkedIn Learning plus professional conference opportunities, Tuition assistance, Expansive employee discount program including athletic tickets, Free access to UT Austin's libraries and museums with staff ID card, Free rides on all UT Shuttle and Austin CapMetro buses with staff ID card. Perform various manual tasks to collect, move, transport, and manage surplus materials and items in support of campus clients at The University of Texas at Austin.

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED.
• Possess and maintain a valid Texas Class "C" driver's license. If not currently a Texas resident, must obtain a Texas driver's license within 30 days of employment.
• One year of hands-on experience with various phases of transportation services, including moving furniture and equipment.
• Knowledge and experience with basic hand tools.
• Relevant education and experience may be substituted as appropriate.

Nice To Haves

• Associate's Degree.
• More than one year of experience in varied phases of transportation services, including moving furniture and equipment.
• Operational experience with a forklift and pallet jack.

Responsibilities

• Load, transport, unload, and relocate furniture and equipment as part of a team to collect, manage, and dispose of University property in support of campus clients.
• Perform physically demanding tasks, including lifting, pushing, and pulling up to 75 pounds, while following safe work practices in support of daily operations.
• Drive University-owned vehicles, including box trucks, to transport materials safely and efficiently in high-traffic areas.
• When not driving, assist with ground-guiding and monitor surroundings to support safe vehicle operations.
• Provide professional customer service to clients, customers, and visitors while representing Facilities Services and adhering to applicable policies and procedures.
• Communicate effectively with supervisors, team members, and clients and follow written and verbal directions to support safe and efficient operations.
• Operate manual and powered warehouse equipment to safely and efficiently handle materials during loading, transport, and unloading activities.
• Complete required training and certifications using computer-based learning systems and other assigned training methods.
• Attend and participate in team and departmental meetings.
• Perform additional tasks as assigned to support organizational goals and objectives, including occasional assistance with University special events.

Benefits

• Competitive health benefits (employee premiums covered at 100%, family premiums at 50%)
• Voluntary Vision, Dental, Life, and Disability insurance options
• Generous paid vacation, sick time, and holidays
• Teachers Retirement System of Texas, a defined benefit retirement plan, with 7.75% employer matching funds
• Additional Voluntary Retirement Programs: Tax Sheltered Annuity 403(b) and a Deferred Compensation program 457(b)
• Flexible spending account options for medical and childcare expenses
• Robust free training access through LinkedIn Learning plus professional conference opportunities
• Tuition assistance
• Expansive employee discount program including athletic tickets
• Free access to UT Austin's libraries and museums with staff ID card
• Free rides on all UT Shuttle and Austin CapMetro buses with staff ID card

What This Job Offers

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