Materials Associate

Oregon State University, United States

Updated: about 2 months ago
Location: Corvallis, OREGON
Deadline: 01 Apr 2024

Position Details
Position Information


Job Title Materials Associate
Appointment Type Student Employee
Job Location Corvallis
Position Appointment Percent 100
Appointment Basis 12
Pay Method Hourly
Pay Period 16th - 15th of the following month
Pay Date Last working day of the month
Remote or Hybrid option?
Min Hourly Rate $14.20 (Standard); $13.20 (Non-Urban); $15.45 (Portland Metro)
Max Hourly Rate $21.00 (Standard); $20.50 (Non-Urban); $21.50 (Portland Metro)
Position Summary
This recruitment will be used to fill up to 8 part-time (a maximum of 24 hours per week) Materials Associate position for the Department of Materials Management at Oregon State University (OSU)
 
If you’re looking for a job, why not pick one that contributes to positive change right here on campus? Materials Associates (MAs) play an important role in OSU’s sustainability goals. You will pick-up and deliver items, organize materials, provide customer service and more. The role also offers opportunities for advancement. 
 
WHAT’S THE POSITION?
  • This posting will be used to fill up to 8 part-time MA positions for the department of Materials Management (Campus Recycling and Surplus Property), within Procurement, Contracts & Materials Management (PCMM) at OSU. 
  • Join a team of students and professional staff that supports OSU’s sustainability mission by collecting, transporting, and organizing a wide range of materials for reuse, recycle and safe disposal. 
  • In addition to recycling and surplus collection, we are also seeking students with experience and skills with computer hardware, online sales, and shipping /receiving. 


WHEN WOULD I WORK?
  • Anticipated appointment begin dates are flexible and can range between September 4th through October 2nd. 
  • There is no specific anticipated appointment end date, as those hired are encouraged to continue their employment through multiple years while they are enrolled at OSU. 
  • Maximum of 24 hours per week during school term; up to 40 hours during summer and breaks. 
  • Class schedules and school workload are considered when developing weekly work schedules.

 
WHAT’S THE PAY?
  • See the hourly rate range above. Note that the starting pay rate may be higher based on an applicant’s prior experience and demonstrated skills that would support their work in this position. 

 
WHY SHOULD I APPLY?
  • Gain valuable skills in customer service, teamwork, IT, online sales, leadership, retail operations and waste reduction method. 
  • Benefit from a developed trading program that ensures all Materials Associates have the necessary tools, resources, and knowledge to perform at their best. 
  • Materials Associates who have worked at least 200 hours are eligible to apply for our Materials Lead/Training Assistant role to lead and training other MAs for additional leadership experience and pay. 
  • Materials Management is working toward strategic priorities to advance diversity, inclusion, and equity in our work. We invite applicants who hold underrepresented identities and those who contribute to an inclusive work environment to apply. 
  • Current and past employees have shared the following about their work experience:
  • Meaningful work that contributes to positive change. 
  • Learn new skills, leadership and being part of a diverse work team. Flexible scheduling with 3-to-4-hour shifts on weekdays; occasional evenings and weekends. 
  • Variety of work locations and assignments, physically active
  • Opportunities for wage increases in first 4 months of employment. 
  • Hear MAs share in their own words in this video.
Position Duties
60% CAMPUS MATERIALS MANAGEMENT SUPPORT:
  • Picking up and delivering items depending on customer requests and materials flow. 
  • Materials include recyclable packaging, office furniture, lab equipment, and special items. 
  • The use of university-owned vehicles will support the transportation of a wide variety of materials across campus. Driving and safety training is provided by a Materials Management Lead Staff. 
  • Materials Management staff are expected to observe and actively listen to OSU community members with diverse backgrounds who have questions or comments about their experiences with OSU’s materials services. 


35% ON-SITE SUPPORT:
  • Receiving and organizing surplus items for sale also, recycling or disposal of items. 
  • Organizing recyclable materials in preparation for shipping to vendors. 
  • Receiving, testing, and refurbishing IT inventory. 
  • Preparing site for public and staff sales. 
  • Providing customer assistance, cashiering, and gate monitoring. 
  • Posting for-sale items online, including preparing items for shipping. 
  • Cleaning and preparing recycling bins and carts. 
  • Sorting recyclable materials. 

5% Other duties as assigned by Materials Management Staff
Minimum Qualifications
Full Employment Eligibility Requirements can be found here: http://fa.oregonstate.edu/stu-manual/500-employment-eligibility-requirements

  • Must be academically enrolled in a high school, community college, or university and pursuing a program or course of study
  • Must meet Academic Standing Requirements; students on academic suspension are not eligible for employment
  • Must meet the applicable minimal enrollment standard
    • High School student: Regularly enrolled in a high school or participating in a home-schooling program
    • Undergraduate and post-baccalaureate student: 6 credit hours per term
    • Undergraduate international student: 12 credit hours per term*
    • Graduate student officially admitted to Graduate School: 5 credit hours per term
    • Graduate international student officially admitted to Graduate School: 9 credit hours per term*


*International students may be allowed to carry fewer hours than specified above and still be considered “full-time” by the United States Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS). A reduced course load is approved by the Office of International Services (OIS), and must be provided to the Student Employment Center.
Additional Required Qualifications
  • Willingness to work as a team member. 
  • Willingness to learn to drive a box truck and a standard pickup truck. 
  • Ability to safely lift, carry, push, pull and move objects weighing up to 50 lbs. as needed. Training and use of moving equipment such as hand trucks to move heavier materials is provided. 
  • A valid driver’s license and clean a clean driving record. 


This position is designated as critical or security-sensitive; therefore, the incumbent must successfully complete a criminal history check and be determined to be position qualified as per OSU Standard 576-055-0000 et seq. Incumbents are required to self-report convictions and those in youth programs may have additional criminal history checks every 24 months. 
This position requires driving a university vehicle or a personal vehicle on behalf of the university; therefore, the incumbent must successfully complete a motor vehicle history check, possess, and maintain a current, valid driver’s license in their state of residence, be determined to be position qualified and self-report convictions as per University Policy 05-030.
Preferred (Special) Qualifications
  • A demonstrable commitment to promoting and enhancing diversity. 
Working Conditions / Work Schedule

Posting Detail Information


Posting Number P10757SE
Number of Vacancies 8
Anticipated Appointment Begin Date 02/28/2024
Anticipated Appointment End Date
Posting Date 02/21/2024
Full Consideration Date
Closing Date 04/01/2024
Indicate how you intend to recruit for this search Competitive / Student - open to ALL qualified/eligible students
Special Instructions to Applicants
When applying you will be required to attach the following electronic documents:
1. A Resume/Vita
For additional information please contact: Steven Schofield at [email protected].

OSU commits to inclusive excellence by advancing equity and diversity in all that we do. We are an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity employer, and particularly encourage applications from members of historically underrepresented racial/ethnic groups, women, individuals with disabilities, veterans, LGBTQ community members, and others who demonstrate the ability to help us achieve our vision of a diverse and inclusive community.
This position is designated as a critical or security-sensitive position; therefore, the incumbent must successfully complete a criminal history check and be determined to be position qualified as per OSU Standard 576-055-0000 et seq. Incumbents are required to self-report convictions and those in youth programs may have additional criminal history checks every 24 months.
This position requires driving a University vehicle or a personal vehicle on behalf of the University; therefore, the incumbent must successfully complete a Motor Vehicle History Check, possess and maintain a current, valid driver’s license in their state of residence, be determined to be position qualified and self-report convictions (as per Voluntary and Compulsory Driver Standards OSU Standard 125-155-0200) as per OSU Standard 576-056-0000 et seq.
OSU will conduct a review of the National Sex Offender Public website prior to hire.
Note: All job offers are contingent upon Human Resources final approval.

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