Temporary Employment Services (TES) - Temporary Mail Package Handler

Carnegie Mellon University•Pittsburgh, PA

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