University of Arizona

Materials Handler I (Multiple Positions)


PayCompetitive
LocationTucson/Arizona
Employment typeFull-Time

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  • Job Description

      Req#: req14856
      Materials Handler I (Multiple Positions)
      Posting Number req14856
      Department Procurement & Contracting Svcs
      Department Website Link www.storefront.arizona.edu
      Location Main Campus
      Address Tucson, AZ USA
      Position Highlights This position will be responsible for picking up surplus equipment/supplies from campus and returning them to the Paul & Alice Baker Distribution center. This position will also be responsible for organizing the surplus items and preparing them for sale at monthly auctions. They will also provide customer service to campus departments and the general public in the Surplus Storefront. They will work closely within a team environment to accomplish daily tasks.

      The University of Arizona is located in the heart of Tucson — Home of the Wildcats! Financial Services, a division of Business Affairs, plays a vital role in the daily University operations by providing quality financial and business services in support of the University’s faculty, staff, and students. Financial Services is a diverse organization of over 200 employees who prosper in a team-oriented environment that emphasizes the values of integrity, inclusion, compassion, exploration, adaptation and determination. Come be a part of a team that is full of fun, dynamic, and highly motivated employees!

      Outstanding UA benefits include health, dental, and vision insurance plans; life insurance and disability programs; paid vacation, sick leave, and holidays; UA/ASU/NAU tuition reduction for the employee and qualified family members; state and optional retirement plans; access to UA recreation and cultural activities; and more!

      The University of Arizona has been recognized for our innovative work-life programs. For more information about working at the University of Arizona and relocations services, please click here .

      Duties & Responsibilities
      • Drive University stake bed trucks to campus to pick up surplus equipment/supplies. Requires heavy lifting, pulling, and pushing (up to 50 pounds). Using material handling tools like appliance dolly, pallet jack and forklift to name a few.
      • Sort through surplus items and organize them for monthly auctions. This includes lotting, scanning the items to create auction brochure.
      • Provide excellent customer service to campus and general public visiting the surplus storefront.
      • Maintain a clean and safe working environment. Includes warehouse docks and vehicles.

      Physical Requirements:

      • Ability to lift/move/pull/push up to 50 lbs.
      • Ability to use tools including, but not limited to: appliance dolly, pallet jack and forklift
      Minimum Qualifications
      • High school diploma or equivalent, or equivalent learning attained through experience required
      • Prior work experience not required
      • Ability to drive according to the University Fleet Safety Policy .
      Preferred Qualifications
      FLSA Non-Exempt
      Full Time/Part Time Full Time
      Number of Hours Worked per Week 40
      Job FTE 1.0
      Work Calendar Fiscal
      Job Category Facilities, Grounds and Infrastructure
      Benefits Eligible Yes - Full Benefits
      Rate of Pay DOE
      Compensation Type hourly rate
      Grade 2
      Career Stream and Level OC1
      Job Family Skilled Crafts & Trades
      Job Function Facil, Grounds, & Infra
      Type of criminal background check required: Name-based criminal background check (non-security sensitive)
      Number of Vacancies 2
      Target Hire Date 5/22/2023
      Expected End Date
      Contact Information for Candidates Jeff Wilson
      bass-jobs@ba.arizona.edu
      Open Date 5/5/2023
      Open Until Filled Yes
      Documents Needed to Apply Resume
      Special Instructions to Applicant
      Diversity Statement At the University of Arizona, we value our inclusive climate because we know that diversity in experiences and perspectives is vital to advancing innovation, critical thinking, solving complex problems, and creating an inclusive academic community. As a Hispanic-serving institution, we translate these values into action by seeking individuals who have experience and expertise working with diverse students, colleagues, and constituencies. Because we seek a workforce with a wide range of perspectives and experiences, we provide equal employment opportunities to applicants and employees without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or genetic information. As an Employer of National Service, we also welcome alumni of AmeriCorps, Peace Corps, and other national service programs and others who will help us advance our Inclusive Excellence initiative aimed at creating a university that values student, staff and faculty engagement in addressing issues of diversity and inclusiveness.
  • About the company

      95194 The University of Arizona is a public land-grant research university in Tucson, Arizona.