Materials Handling Worker - Full-Time (Continuing)

University of Lethbridge, Canada

Updated: 13 days ago

Location: Lethbridge North, ALBERTA

Deadline: 17 Apr 2024

Posting Details
Position Information

Job Title	Materials Handling Worker - Full-Time (Continuing)
About the University	It’s your time to shine! Work where the world comes to create, discover and learn. We are one of Canada’s top universities and leading research institutions. With more than 8,000 undergraduate and graduate students, two campuses (Lethbridge and Calgary), seven faculties and schools, and more than 2,500 employees, ULethbridge is Lethbridge’s second largest employer. Faculty and staff come together to contribute, each in their own way, to establishing ULethbridge as Canada’s destination university. In 2022, Lethbridge was recognized as one of Canada’s top small cities.
Position Details	The Materials Management Department invites qualified applicants to apply for the full-time (35 hours/week) continuing position of Materials Handling Worker to start May 1, 2024. Reporting to the Shipping/Receiving Supervisor, the material handler is responsible for managing and distributing the daily stream of mail and freight to all areas of campus. Responsibilities: As one of two material handling workers, this person will be responsible but not limited to the following: Receive incoming freight shipments and enter data in computer and validate against purchase orders Distribute all mail and freight to locations across campus Off Campus Pick up and deliveries Ensure all University Safety Policies and protocols are being adhered to on and off campus Day to day clerical duties may include but not limited to filing documents, scanning and completing incident reports Represent the University in a professional manner both on and off campus Assisting with disposal of surplus goods The University offers a competitive compensation package and a full range of benefits including: Defined Benefit Pension plan Paid time off between Christmas and New Year’s Day Tuition benefits – for employees, spouses and dependents Paid sick time Health and Wellness Spending Account Extended health coverage Dental coverage Life and disability insurance As well, this position works a 7-hour workday with minimal overtime requirements. This position is classified under the Alberta Union of Provincial Employees (AUPE). The University of Lethbridge is undertaking a job classification review for Alberta Union of Provincial Employees (AUPE) positions. As such, the classification level currently assigned for this position may be adjusted as a result of this project.
Position Qualifications	Qualifications: The successful candidate must have a High School diploma with 1 – 2 years in a delivery Driver or similar position and proven ability to maintain relationships with customers and the general public. A valid unrestricted Class 5 Driver’s License with no more than 6 demerits and submission of a motor vehicle record (driver abstract) dated within 3 months of the posting close is required. Due to the nature of this position, the successful applicant should be physically fit as the job requires times of heavy lifting (22.6kg/50lbs or more), pushing/pulling of carts/freight and long periods of walking are all daily components of the job. Applicant should also have strong written and verbal communication skills and high attention to detail. Preference will be given to those applicants with experience with forklift operation, warehouse/stores operation, computer software (i.e. Windows, Microsoft Office, Microsoft Outlook, Banner), and other related equipment. Experience in a warehouse or stores type operation would be considered an asset. Thank you to all applicants; only those selected for an interview will be contacted. Note: The successful candidate will be required to provide a satisfactory Criminal Record Check.
Starting Salary Range (at 1.0 FTE)	$3,648.00 - $4,036.00 monthly
Full Salary Range (at 1.0 FTE)	$3,648.00 - $4,422.00 monthly (AUPE - Grade 6)
Campus	Lethbridge
Employment Group	AUPE
Position Category

Posting Detail Information

Open Date	04/02/2024
Close Date	04/17/2024
Open Until Filled
Desired Start Date	05/01/2024
Position End Date (if temporary)
Special Instructions to Applicants
Employment Equity	The University of Lethbridge invites applications from all qualified candidates; however, in accordance with Canadian immigration requirements, Canadian citizens and permanent residents will be given preference. The University of Lethbridge is committed to providing an inclusive and barrier-free work environment, including through all aspects of the hiring process. If you require support during the hiring process, please contact Human Resources at [email protected] so that accommodations can be put in place to support you. All private information received in relation to your request for support will be kept confidential, only information required to facilitate the accommodation will be shared with the selection committee.