Materials Management Specialist
About The Position
The Materials Management Specialist (Vehicle Driver) works within Regional Administrative Services and reports to the Regional Business Services Manager. The role supports HHS offices throughout the region through vehicle operations, delivery and pickup of supplies and equipment, mailroom and warehouse services, inventory management, furniture assembly and installation, office moves, and routine building maintenance. The position also supports the Regional Disaster Deployment Team by delivering and setting up emergency equipment and supplies, including inflatable disaster shelter systems. It uses the CAFM system to receive and document assignments and the CAPPS Financial module to document receipt of purchased items. The position is based in Houston, Texas, is not eligible for telework as stated in the posting details, and involves travel of up to 60%. Work may include extended hours and indoor or outdoor environments during disaster response; overnight travel may be required. The role requires a valid Class C Texas driver’s license and the ability to lift, pull, push, or carry up to 50 pounds.
Requirements
- High school diploma or GED.
- Valid Class C Texas Driver’s License.
- Effectively communicate in writing, as demonstrated in the application.
- Knowledge of motor vehicle operation and basic maintenance, including safe cargo loading and unloading.
- Knowledge of state and federal traffic rules and regulations for cargo and mail delivery.
- Knowledge of warehouse procedures and safe use of motorized equipment for moving and securing materials.
- Skill operating motor vehicles, including panel trucks and cargo vans, with or without a trailer.
- Ability to manage multiple priorities and use standard agency computer hardware and software, such as Microsoft Word and Outlook.
- Ability to follow traffic laws and safe cargo-handling practices; prepare accurate vehicle-use and maintenance records; compile data and perform basic mathematical computations.
- Ability to operate specialized equipment such as postage meters, copiers, or bindery equipment, and to use documentation systems such as CAPPS and CAFM.
- Ability to operate warehouse equipment such as forklifts, pallet jacks, and dollies.
- Ability to lift, pull, push, and/or carry 50 pounds.
- Ability to perform basic building maintenance or repairs, follow verbal and written directions, and assemble basic items.
- Effective oral and written communication and ability to maintain effective working relationships with customers, peers, and managers.
- Ability to travel locally and statewide, including overnight stays.
Nice To Haves
- Experience in shipping, receiving, sorting, and distributing furniture, supplies, or equipment.
- Experience operating warehouse equipment such as forklifts, pallet jacks, or dollies.
- Experience driving a panel truck and/or cargo van.
- Experience pulling a trailer.
Responsibilities
- Drive agency trucks and cargo vans to deliver and pick up furniture, equipment, records, packages, supplies, surplus property, and emergency equipment; load, unload, and transport cargo safely.
- Plan efficient delivery routes while accounting for roadways, traffic, and safety.
- Perform minor vehicle repairs, monitor vehicle maintenance, arrange regular servicing, maintain vehicle logs, and compile monthly fleet reports.
- Complete required forms and reports for transporting and disposing of surplus state property.
- Train and coach new hires on vehicle-use safety practices and related duties.
- Receive and inspect mailroom and warehouse deliveries, confirm receipt, and document purchased items in CAPPS against purchase orders.
- Identify package recipients and arrange delivery to HHS customers; research and route misdirected mail appropriately.
- Process outgoing mail and shipments, select shipping methods, weigh packages, apply postage or labels, arrange pickups, and maintain shipping and postage records.
- Use vendor online systems, including FedEx and LoneStar, to create shipping accounts for HHS customers.
- Store and inventory warehouse materials, equipment, and supplies safely and efficiently; operate motorized and manual material-handling equipment.
- Monitor stock levels, advise the manager when reorders are needed, receive replenishment orders, and restock racks.
- Assemble and install furniture and equipment, adjust modular furniture to customer needs, and perform minor building repairs and routine maintenance.
- Assist with office moves by carrying, loading, transporting, and unloading office contents; oversee contractors performing moves and modular furniture installation.
- Assist the Quick Copy center with printing, copying, and document delivery.
- Serve on the Regional Disaster Deployment Team by delivering, setting up, and monitoring emergency equipment in disaster areas; assemble and disassemble inflatable Disaster Air Shelter Systems.
- Maintain regular and predictable attendance and perform other duties as assigned.
Benefits
- 100% paid employee health insurance for full-time eligible employees.
- Defined benefit pension plan.
- Generous time off benefits.
- Opportunities for career advancement.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
