Temporary Employment Services (TES) - Temporary Mail Package Handler

Carnegie Mellon University • Pittsburgh, PA

20h • Onsite

About The Position

Are you searching for an outstanding opportunity to gain hands-on experience and develop new skills at a world-class research university? At Carnegie Mellon University, our Temporary Employment Services (TES) acts as a trusted resource for departments across the campus, providing you with the chance to showcase your expertise in a collaborative and professional environment! We take pride in offering full-time temporary positions that provide: Valuable on-the-job training and applied experience in financial and administrative operations. Comprehensive benefits packages that support your well-being. A clear pathway for long-term career growth within our community. We are seeking a Temporary Mail Package Handler, and in this role you will contribute to daily mail operations by sorting, distributing, and processing mail and parcel packages to ensure timely and accurate delivery across the university.

Requirements

• High school graduate or GED required; a combination of education and relevant experience from which comparable knowledge is demonstrated may be considered.
• Successful completion of a background check
• Strong verbal and written communication skills
• Ability to maintain composure when handling complicated situations or customer interactions
• Ability to organize workload and perform well under pressure with frequent interruptions
• Capable of handling several tasks at once while maintaining focus on priorities
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively as part of a team
• Accountability for the quality and accuracy of work
• 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.

Nice To Haves

• Prior customer service experience preferred

Responsibilities

• Sort, distribute, lift, and transport mail and parcel post packages received from USPS and other carriers
• Receive and unpack incoming mail and packages delivered through the U.S. Postal Service and other shipping providers
• Unload trucks and process incoming mail sacks and containers
• Sort mail for distribution according to organizational structure, box numbers, and building locations
• Operate postage equipment and meter outgoing mail
• Provide customer service at the Post Office window, including: Processing cash register transactions/handling cash Selling stamps Determining domestic and international postal rates Processing certified, insured, express, and registered mail

Benefits

• Benefits eligible employees enjoy a wide array of benefits including comprehensive medical, prescription, dental, and vision insurance as well as a generous retirement savings program with employer contributions.
• Unlock your potential with tuition benefits, take well-deserved breaks with ample paid time off and observed holidays, and rest easy with life and accidental death and disability insurance.
• Additional perks include a free Pittsburgh Regional Transit bus pass, access to our Family Concierge Team to help navigate childcare needs, fitness center access, and much more!

What This Job Offers

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