The wage Package Receiver/Sorter reports directly to the Mail Services Manager and is responsible for processing incoming packages off the vendor trucks and sorting into locker areas established by the department processes. This position works quickly utilizing the Zebra handheld scanners to receive the packages in the warehouse. Receiver/Sorters operate in a fast-paced, high volume, multi tasked oriented logistics environment, serving 10,000 students and over 750,000 packages per year.

• Previous experience communicating with or working with the public.
• Must possess a valid driver's license.
• Must have the ability to develop and maintain accurate digital and paper records.
• Ability to work as a departmental team member, comprehend and follow instructions, and adhere to a schedule in a self-motivated environment.
• Ability to operate a large delivery vehicle in a safe manner on campus, roads, and sidewalks among pedestrians, in two person teams.
• Must be able to safely move and handle up to 70 pounds.
• Experience with a PC, personal computer.
• Must be able to sit, walk, stand, bend, squat, climb stairs and perform repetitive movements of reaching, lifting, sorting and carrying packages and boxes for long periods of time.
• Must be able to work outdoors in a variety of weather conditions and temperature extremes.
• May be required to work additional hours/shifts to meet the needs of the department.
• This is a designated emergency personnel position, required to report for inclement weather or campus emergencies, even when the University is closed.

• Experience with record keeping; Pitney Bowes SendSuite Package Tracking System; use of a personal computer and computerized warehouse management systems.
• Experience as a delivery driver.
• Experience in a large commercial or educational setting.

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Regular

Salary

$13.25/hour

July 16, 2020

The successful Candidate will be required to have a criminal conviction check

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