Materials Handler

Job Summary

The University of Colorado, Boulder is currently hiring for a Materials Handler I. This position provides logistics for materials, packages, and mail for university faculty and staff, as part of a work unit within the Distribution Center (DC) warehouse. Responsibilities include campus delivery of packages, materials, and mail in coordination with outside companies including Fed Ex, Staples, UPS, USPS, etc.; assembly and packaging of materials for shipment;

inter- and intra-campus delivery of materials; intra-campus delivery of library media; and making parts deliveries for FM Stores.

CU is an Equal Opportunity Employer and complies with all applicable federal, state, and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment. We are committed to creating a workplace where all individuals are treated with respect and dignity, and we encourage individuals from all backgrounds to apply, including protected veterans and individuals with disabilities.

The DC provides the university with procurement, disposal, and logistic services, as well as processing and distribution of written communications to enable campus to pursue its mission of excellence in education, research, and community service. The DC has a history of instituting initiatives and standard methodologies that take into consideration environmental sustainability.

Deliver materials and packages on campus in coordination with outside companies including Staples, Fed Ex, and UPS. Assemble, package, and ship materials for campus departments. Inventory customer materials for packaging. Perform inter- and intra-campus delivery of materials and equipment. Make intra-campus pick-ups and deliveries of media for campus libraries. Carry out the delivery of parts from FM Stores to campus work-site locations and trades shops.

Safely lift and carry items weighing up to 70 lbs. Provide safety oversight and hazard analysis for on-site activities.

Ensure adherence to all USPS regulations and work unit procedures. Accurately meter mail and records billing and recharge information in Pitney Bowes meter accounting system, as directed by meter line lead worker or supervisor. Perform the daily receipt, sortation, and delivery of inter-campus and USPS mail as directed.

Promote harmonious collaborations with university departments through accurate processing of deliveries and through personal and courteous contact when assisting customers. Assist university community with delivery-related questions by referring them to a work leader or the supervisor.

Perform other assignments as directed. Examples include cleaning and sweeping, delivering vehicles to maintenance shop, washing vehicles, assisting with deliveries for other DC work units, and working with the Computer Screening work unit.

• This role is eligible for our Facilities Management Employee Referral Program.
• This in-person position’s anticipated work schedule is Monday - Friday from 7:30 am - 4:00 pm.

• The annual salary for this position is $41,844.
• If you have prior state-classified experience in the same class series as this position, your pay may be set at a higher amount per the state Step Pay Program implemented on July 1, 2024.

At the University of Colorado Boulder, we are committed to supporting the holistic health and well-being of our employees. Our comprehensive benefits package includes medical, dental, and retirement plans; generous paid time off; tuition assistance for you and your dependents; and an ECO Pass for local transit. As one of Boulder County’s largest employers, CU Boulder offers an inspiring academic community and access to world-class outdoor recreation.

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• Must be a Colorado resident to apply.
• Must have a valid Colorado driver’s license.
• One year of experience including warehousing, handling, shipping, receiving, storing, inventory, or distribution of goods. Appropriate education will substitute for the…