Transportation/Delivery Asst
Miami UniversityAbout the role
Job Title
Transportation/Delivery AsstDepartment
Maintenance Group 1Worker Type
RegularPay Type
HourlyHourly Rate
18.2Work Shift
First Shift (United States of America)Scheduled Weekly Hours
40Benefit Eligible
YesPost-Offer, Pre-Employment Physical Required?
NoJob Description Summary
Operates trucks, lifts and other materials handling equipment in the transportation of property in the care and custody of the University; assembles, arranges and/or dismantles equipment and furniture as needed.Job Description
Essential Functions
- Reviews instructions; determines type and quantity of material to be moved; locates materials; may disassemble materials for loading
- Loads materials and/or equipment onto vehicles; may use hand jacks, electric jacks, or fork lifts
- Drives vehicles which may include trucks, semi-trailer trucks, and moving trailers to deliver items to specified locations
- Unloads materials from trucks
- May assist in setting up tents and performing other tasks in support of special events.
Minimum Qualifications
- Requires high school diploma or GED and one year of moving experience, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
- Requires driver’s license
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
- Basic mechanical skills
- Ability to use fork lift and other power equipment
- Knowledge of moving techniques and procedures
Working Conditions
- Continuous standing, walking, or operating machinery with considerable lifting of materials weighing up to 75 pounds. Periodic assignments given which entail dealing with modesty unpleasant physical situations.
Additional Position Information (if applicable)
Special Instructions (if applicable)
NoneAdditional Information
A criminal background check is required. All campuses are smoke- and tobacco-free campuses.
This organization participates in E-Verify.
Remote Work
For positions that are approved for remote work: Remote work is not a right, it is a work arrangement that can be modified or revoked by Miami University at any time for any reason, including the convenience of the University.
Reasonable Accommodations
Requests for reasonable accommodations for disabilities related to employment should be directed to ADAFacultyStaff@miamioh.edu or 513-529-3560. Questions and follow-ups regarding requests should also be directed here.
Diversity Statement
Miami University is committed to creating an inclusive and effective teaching, learning, research, and working environment for all. For more information on Miami University’s diversity initiatives, please visit the Office of Transformational and Inclusive Excellence webpage. For more information on Miami University’s mission and core values, please visit the Mission and Core Values webpage.
Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Statement
Miami University, an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer, encourages applications from minorities, women, protected veterans and individuals with disabilities. Miami University prohibits harassment, discrimination and retaliation on the basis of age (40 years or older), color, disability, gender identity or expression, genetic information, military status, national origin (ancestry), pregnancy, race, religion, sex/gender, status as a parent or foster parent, sexual orientation, or protected veteran status in its application and admission processes, educational programs and activities, facilities, programs or employment practices. Requests for reasonable accommodations for disabilities related to employment should be directed to ADAFacultyStaff@miamioh.edu or 513-529-3560.
Clery Act
As part of the University’s commitment to maintaining a healthy and safe living, learning, and working environment, we encourage you to read Miami University’s Annual Security &
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