Materials Handler

Arizona State University•Mesa, AZ

1d•Onsite

About The Position

Contributes to the efficiency of university operations by managing diverse functions, including parking and transit and strategic partnerships. Responsible for materials movement, event support, and delivering high-quality customer service to various university stakeholders.

Requirements

High School Diploma and two-years (2) experience appropriate to the area of assignment/field; OR, Any equivalent combination of experience and/or training from which comparable knowledge, skills and abilities have been achieved.
Applicant must be eligible to work in the United States; ASU will not be a sponsor for this position.
Employee is required to possess a Class D Driver’s license throughout employment.
Ability to effectively communicate verbally and through email.

Nice To Haves

One year of shipping/receiving experience; OR, Any equivalent combination of experience and/or education from which comparable knowledge, skills and abilities have been achieved.

Responsibilities

Performs manual and clerical duties related to shipping, receiving, inspecting, packaging, issuing and delivering a variety of materials, equipment and supplies.
Receive, sign for, sort, and process incoming mail and packages from USPS, UPS, FedEx, DHL, Amazon, and other couriers.
Use receiving software and mobile devices to scan and track all deliverable items.
Drive ASU vehicles across multiple campuses, including areas with high pedestrian traffic.
Deliver USPS mail, interoffice mail, tracked packages from various shipping providers, Print Services jobs, and paper orders to campus departments.
Transport high-value equipment, laboratory supplies, office goods, furniture, and hazardous materials.
Secure cargo properly and ensure even weight distribution.
Operate material-handling equipment such as pallet jacks, hand trucks, and dollies.
Perform heavy lifting and movement of packages (20–70 lbs) on a daily basis.
Assist with loading and unloading trucks; verify and inspect incoming/outgoing items.
Perform required vehicle inspections per Federal and Arizona State regulations.
Ensure proper documentation, labeling, and placarding when transporting hazardous materials.
Follow all university, safety, and postal regulations.
Advise departments on best shipping practices, including packaging, cost, tracking, insurance, and preparation.
Process outgoing packages using shipping software according to USPS guidelines.
Process metered mail using IM5000 postage equipment in accordance with USPS regulations.
Prepares and processes bulk mailings and special mail projects.
Provide on-the-job training and guidance to lower-level staff.
Assist with problem-solving and workflow improvements within Mail Services.