Material and Warehouse Handler II

Responsible for loading and unloading packages/materials/freight goods within a warehouse, delivery vehicles, mailroom, or other locations. The position requires the ability to lift, pull and push 50 lbs. Will participate in the logistics and movement of furniture, equipment, freight and other objects on and off campus. Must have excellent oral and written communication skills, effective with computer and mobile device use, be highly self-driven and motivated in providing high performance, capable of following directions and working as a team player, detail focused and have effective critical and analytical skills. Must have excellent customer service skills, a cheerful and positive attitude and maintain regular work attendance. Hours of operation are from 7:30am-5:00pm Mon-Fri with must be available to work overtime when the need arises. Staff member will be required to work pre and post duty schedules as directed for hurricane or Summer operations.

Responsibilities Include:

• Load and unload freight material and packages
• Lift and carry or move heavy objects more than 50lbs as needed
• Able to operate heavy equipment if needed with training & certification (i.e., forklift)
• Provide physical support and movement of heavy furniture, equipment, freight or other objects as needed. Including and not limited to packing, office relocations, and disposal of items.
• Support the functions of housing or other related business units in physical nature as needed
• Serve as liaison in campus moves, receiving or delivery of freight, and other type of logistical functions as needed.
• Sort, process and track incoming packages/mail using software system or tracking tools.
• Pick-up, collect and prepare mail for delivery to USPS,  move heavy packages.
• Ensure packages are in mint condition until provided to end customer
• Deliver inbound packages/materials/freight quickly and effectively across campus.
• MUST adhere to safety standards, and quality standards at all times. Interpret job instructions accurately using critical thinking and analysis for warehouse stocking, adhering and enforcing OSHA, HASMAT, and other environmental and governmental regulations
• Assist Shipping Manager and Assist Dir. Logistics & Ops as needed.
• Assists in campus physical asset inventory, warehouse inventory and maintaining electronic records with the assistance of software
• Assist in data entry and electronic documentation in shipping/mailing/tracking software.
• Support shipping and mailing retail operations; using cash register, providing customer service, clerk functions as needed.
• Understands warehousing processes and operations. Maintain cleanliness at all times of work environment or assisting in reorganization of various areas as needed for proper functioning of warehouse and other on-campus areas.
• May be cross trained to support other functions as needed within the university.
• Other duties as assigned which may include other miscellaneous functions associated with Facilities Operations Divisions.
• Required to support Graduation, Orientation, and Holiday hours (where would normally be closed) and high volume warehouse activity throughout the semester. This role is considered Essential Personnel and must report during emergency situations (pre-emergency and post-emergency).

Requirements Include:

• High School Diploma
• 2 years job experience in related field or other applicable industry preferred
• Valid Drivers License - will use company truck and golf carts
• Annual physical
• Excellent written and oral communication skills
• Effective critical and analytical thinking skills

Equal Opportunity

Florida Tech does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, gender, religion, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, genetic information, age, pregnancy, parenting status, veteran status or retirement status in its activities and programs. In accordance with Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972, Florida Tech does not discriminate on the basis of sex. Inquiries concerning the application of the non-discrimination policy may be directed to the Office of Title IX at John E. Miller Office Building (401QAD), 150 West University Blvd, Melbourne, FL 32901, TitleIXCoordinator@fit.edu, or 321-674-888