Postal Associate II

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Work type: Staff Full-Time

Location: Main Campus (Gainesville, FL)

Categories: Facilities Operations/Skilled Trades, Student Services, Veteran's Preference Eligible

Department:  - HO-HOUSING OFFICE

Postal Associate II

High school diploma or equivalent and two years of relevant experience. Appropriate college course work or vocational/technical training may substitute at an equivalent rate for the required experience.

Deliver packages to locker systems and area desks as directed

• Deliver packages or items to various locations adhering to assigned routes which includes returning packages as needed (e.g., return to sender); ensure quality of package delivery for time-sensitive items
• Load and unload sorted bins and packages into vehicles for delivery and parcel locker system
• Operate state vehicles by tracking daily mileage, following university vehicle safety policies, and abiding by all transportation laws maintaining a safe driving record
• Ensure proper upkeep and maintenance of state vehicles ensuring proper cleanliness and servicing
• Assist with tracking package volume utilizing Quadient online portal
• Assist with communicating to recipients regarding package status pick-up utilizing designated software
• Assist with coordinating alternate routes and timetables during campus wide events, impacts and closures
• Maintain daily, monthly, and yearly logs of all received package volume
• Responsible for resolving discrepancies with package delivery coordinating with outside carriers, residents, and customers and answering inquiries regarding such items
• Ensure proper signatures from recipients of registered or special delivery mail and packages

Responsible for receiving and sorting packages upon delivery to Housing & Residence Life receiving facility

• Assist in unloading packages from multiple carriers, separating items into designated areas
• Scan and read labels to determine correct grouping; sort parcels from conveyor belt to prepare for delivery
• Ensure loading area is properly equipped, clean, and free of hazards to receive shipments as directed

Perform other duties as assigned, including special cleaning tasks or projects.

$16 hourly

High school diploma or equivalent and two years of relevant experience. Appropriate college course work or vocational/technical training may substitute at an equivalent rate for the required experience.

EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE

• Experience with package handling, sorting and delivery methods
• Working knowledge of industry standards and technology (e.g., Quadient online portal)

• Demonstrated proficiency with computers and basic software applications (e.g., Microsoft Office Excel, Word, PowerPoint, and Outlook)
• Demonstrated communication skills (verbal and written) and ability to communicate with various levels of staff
• Demonstrated attention to detail, professionalism, dependability, and timeliness
• Demonstrated customer service and interpersonal skills

• Must be able to work efficiently with minimum supervision, exercise appropriate judgement and personal initiative
• Demonstrated ability to function effectively in a fast-paced environment with frequent interruptions
• Demonstrated ability to handle multiple projects or tasks simultaneously
• Demonstrated ability to understand, interpret, and apply rules, regulations, policies, and procedures
• Demonstrated ability to work as part of a team in a multifaceted environment

This position is eligible for Veteran’s preference. If you are claiming Veteran’s preference, please upload a copy of your DD 214 Member Copy 4 with your application for consideration. See our Veteran's Preference Page for more specific information.

The University of Florida is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer.