Receiver - Facilities Management Services

Carnegie Mellon University•Pittsburgh, PA

2d•Onsite

About The Position

Carnegie Mellon University's department of Facilities Management (FMS) is searching for a Receiver to work the 2nd shift (3:00pm – 11:00pm Monday- Friday, subject to change based on department needs). This is an excellent opportunity for someone who thrives in an exciting and challenging work environment. In this role you will perform various material handling functions to receive, store, select, distribute, inspect, and reconcile all incoming and outgoing packages, and prepare packages to be shipped out by common carrier.

Requirements

Evidence of the ability to read and comprehend basic instructions and legibly ad related to tasks performed.
Ability to read and decipher written instructions, packing lists, addresses, purchase orders, numbers; ability to operate pallet jack, dollies, forklift, and other storeroom equipment
Ability to effectively communicate to others, to work with numbers and understand math
Ability to understand and follow appropriate handling, storage, and safety requirement of stored products; digital literacy and familiarity with computerized inventory systems to keep accurate records and to understand and follow
Ability to perform heavy labor move and work in confined spaces, up and down ladders and to work from ladders and scaffolding
Must be able to work effectively both as an assistant to others and able to perform clearly defined tasks with minimal direction. Must be able to deal with difficult people effectively
Willingness to work shifts, overtime, and call-out work
High School diploma or equivalent
Valid Pennsylvania driver’s license (or equivalent for out-of-state applicants) no moving violations to operate 25' long cargo truck with either manual or automatic transmission
One year experience in receiving and delivering packages
Background check + MVR
Valid PA driver's license
Fitness for duty assessment and pre-employment medical exam
Pre-employment drug and alcohol screen
Child Protective Clearance - Act 153

Nice To Haves

A combination of education and relevant experience from which comparable knowledge is demonstrated may be considered

Responsibilities

Complete data entry into a computer or assigned logbooks, maintain accurate records, take orders from customers over the phone, fax, and e-mail, and charge inventory items (janitorial supplies, bulk paper, or stationery supplies) to customers and label packages for destination.
Assist with the organization and storage of university property in the warehouse and pulled items from storage and prepare them for delivery to campus.
Loading, securing, and unloading vehicles.
Assist with physical counts of warehouse material.
In the absence of the truck driver, this position may be required to fill-in and be responsible for driving all types of vehicles operated by the department of University Receiving & Stores for pickup and delivery of materials.
Adaptability, excellence, and passion are vital qualities within Carnegie Mellon University. We are in search of a team member who can effectively interact with a varied population of internal and external partners at a high level of integrity. We are looking for someone who shares our values and who will support the mission of the university through their work.