Hourly Pooled - Materials Handler, Dining Services

University of Wyoming • Laramie, WY

2d • Onsite

About The Position

This position is responsible for the safe receiving, handling, storing, and moving of freight, as well as the delivery of items to various University locations. The role also involves preparing freight for shipment according to established policies and procedures. Some positions may require handling, storing, and moving of hazardous materials.

Requirements

• High School Diploma or GED
• Valid driver's license with a motor vehicle record (MVR) compliant with the Driving for University Business SAP

Nice To Haves

• Can lift up to 50LBS with or without reasonable accommodation
• Standing for at least 6HRS out of the day with or without reasonable accommodation
• Has to work at least one weekend day out of the week

Responsibilities

• Receive, inspect for damage or defective goods, reject or notate condition, and sort and scan incoming freight.
• Determine required materials safe handling and follow proper safety procedures for handling, storing and moving materials, including determining correct placard for delivery runs when required.
• Sort materials for overnight/ground receipt and department deliveries; use computer accounting system such as PISTOL for inquiries regarding department deliveries.
• Scan each material into computerized bar-coding system, and enter department and shipment from information.
• Safely pickup or deliver materials to other departments or off-campus locations, following hazmat regulations when applicable; obtain proper signatures for proof of delivery.
• Safely use transporting equipment such as van, truck, dolly, pallet jack, forklift, and the like.
• Ascertain shipping papers are correct according to hazmat regulations; make certain for hazmat materials that the proper emergency response information accompanies the shipment.
• Prepare domestic and/or international shipping and freight bills; determine most efficient means of shipment with attention to detailed requirements from different shippers.
• Provide customer service in the office and in the field by answering questions on shipping requirements, packaging and researching lost shipments, processing paperwork for damaged shipments, and answering the telephone or greeting customers in the office.

Benefits

• Consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.

What This Job Offers

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