Driver-Warehouse Worker

Job Description

Reporting to the Assistant Manager for Warehouse Operations at the Plant Services Facilities Store they will safely operate light and medium duty vehicles (up to one and one-half ton); pick up and deliver materials tools and equipment within required timeframes; perform warehousing duties in support of UW Facilities Stores.

Operate light and medium duty vehicles up to and including one and one-half ton trucks. Operate hydraulic lift gate when applicable. Pick-up and deliver materials equipment and tools to various locations on and off campus.

Perform warehouse functions in multiple locations which includes: counter service inventory control receiving and disbursing material storage along with picking packing staging materials for delivery. Inspect incoming items and check for condition quantity and type against shipping documents. Set up storerooms and warehouse areas. Issue materials and stage materials for pickup by trades personnel. Accurately process materials utilizing the AiM system.

Safely operate material handling equipment used in loading unloading moving and delivering equipment materials and supplies. Material handling equipment includes but is not limited to: forklifts electric and manual pallet jacks hand trucks slant/panel carts.

Utilize hardware and software associated with UW Facilities Stores inventory management. Participate in physical inventories on an ongoing basis.

Interact daily with UW Facilities trades and other staff and vendors; provide excellent customer service through timely responses to requests; deliver clear and courteous communication while paying attention to detail.

Maintain a neat orderly safe work area which includes vehicle cleanliness. Perform pre-trip vehicle inspections and minor service on assigned vehicle (e.g. tire pressure windshield fluid) and clean the interior and exterior of the vehicle as needed

Participate in workplace safety and job training certification classes as required to perform daily duties.

Participate in continuous improvement initiatives to improve workplace practices and processes to add value to the services provided.

Provide support for all Materials Management programs and functions. Perform related duties as required. Assist with special projects as assigned. Driver-Warehouse Workers may be assigned to various campus locations based on business needs. Assignments to work sites may vary in duration and frequency.

Perform other duties as assigned.

Personal integrity and trustworthiness

Manage stressful situations and changing priorities effectively

Anticipate recognize and resolve problems

Responsible and accountable

Organizational skills and attention to details

Positive optimistic success-oriented attitude

Professional demeanor which includes being tactful and courteous

Professional work ethic

Promote a safe work environment

Required Qualifications

To be considered for this opportunity your application must demonstrate you meet both the minimum qualifications and additional qualifications listed below. Equivalent education and/or experience may substitute for minimum qualifications except when there are legal requirements such as a license certification and/or registration.

Minimum Qualifications

Applicants who do not meet these qualifications WILL NOT be forwarded to the Hiring Department.

Physical ability to do required work AND one year of experience operating light trucks delivery vehicles and related equipment AND possession of a valid motor vehicle operators license.

Equivalent education/experience will substitute for all minimum qualifications except where there are legal requirements such as a license/certification/registration.

Excellent driving record copy of driving abstract will be required of all final candidates

Excellent oral and interpersonal communications skills combined with a positive optimistic success-oriented attitude

Excellent customer service skills professional and courteous demeanor

Ability to consistently exercise critical thinking skills

Excellent attention to detail

Working knowledge of Facilities Maintenance and Construction products supplies and materials used by skilled trades.

Ability to learn new proprietary software and ability track daily tasks using Microsoft Office suite of software tools.

Ability to learn and use customized database software.

Valid Washington State Drivers License

Substantial footwear is required and must be provided by the employee and worn on the job.

Must be able to work in a non-smoking environment

Ability to lift / move up to 50 pounds unassisted and ability to lift / move 50-100 pounds with assistance

Ability to obtain and maintain forklift certification.

Regular and predictable attendance is required

UW Facilities Stores and Expediting personnel are part of a service focused team within Materials Management Department. We provide procurement storage and delivery support to all the UWs Maintenance and Construction trades. We also play the same role for the UWs Building Services Department and the buildings they service.

Facilities Stores acts as the main purchaser and distributor of all materials under $10000 used by trades and custodians. Our Stores team include 2 physical store locations containing over 5000 SKUs as well as a non-stock procurement team that processes order requests for materials we dont normally carry. Stores is a one stop shop for anything a trade shop or custodian may need and if we dont have it available that day we work with our customer to procure the item before their work requires it.

Expediting Services handles all the order pick-ups and deliveries that our Stores team process. They travel throughout the region to pick up orders as well as expedite rush pickups/deliveries when necessary. Whenever a building or UW property is experiencing an emergency our Expediting team makes the order their top priority and provides constant communication and coordination between the vendor and customer until the material is delivered.

UW Facilities Stores and Expediting pride themselves on supporting the important work involved in the maintenance renovation and upkeep of the UWs beautiful buildings and grounds. It is our goal to make any material available to our customers before their important work requires it.

Compensation Benefits and Position Details

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About the UW

Working at the University of Washington provides a unique opportunity to change lives on our campuses in our state and around the world.

UW employees bring their boundless energy creative problem-solving skills and dedication to building stronger minds and a healthier return they enjoy outstanding benefits opportunities for professional growth and the chance to work in an environment known for its diversity intellectual excitement artistic pursuits and natural beauty.

Our Commitment

The University of Washington is committed to fostering an inclusive respectful and welcoming community for all. As an equal opportunity employer the University considers applicants for employment without regard to race color creed religion national origin citizenship sex pregnancy age marital status sexual orientation gender identity or expression genetic information disability or veteran status consistent with UW Executive Order No. 81.

To request disability accommodation in the application process contact the Disability Services Office at or .

Applicants considered for this position will be required to disclose if they are the subject of any substantiated findings or current investigations related to sexual misconduct at their current employment and past employment. Disclosure is required under Washington state law.