Materials Handler - Facilities Management

%3Cp style=%22-webkit-text-stroke-width:0px;background-color:rgb(255, 255, 255);color:rgb(0, 0, 0);font-family:Arial;font-size:13.02px;font-style:normal;font-variant-caps:normal;font-variant-ligatures:normal;font-weight:400;letter-spacing:normal;margin:0px 0px 12px;orphans:2;text-align:start;text-decoration-color:initial;text-decoration-style:initial;text-decoration-thickness:initial;text-indent:0px;text-transform:none;white-space:normal;widows:2;word-spacing:0px;%22%3E%3Cspan style=%22font-size:14px;%22%3EThe Facilities Management department at West Virginia University is currently accepting applications for a Materials Handler.%3C/span%3E%3C/p%3E%3Cp style=%22-webkit-text-stroke-width:0px;background-color:rgb(255, 255, 255);color:rgb(0, 0, 0);font-family:Arial;font-size:13.02px;font-style:normal;font-variant-caps:normal;font-variant-ligatures:normal;font-weight:400;letter-spacing:normal;margin:0px 0px 12px;orphans:2;text-align:start;text-decoration-color:initial;text-decoration-style:initial;text-decoration-thickness:initial;text-indent:0px;text-transform:none;white-space:normal;widows:2;word-spacing:0px;%22%3E%3Cspan style=%22font-size:14px;%22%3E%3Cstrong%3EAbout the Opportunity:%3C/strong%3E%3C/span%3E%3C/p%3E%3Cp style=%22-webkit-text-stroke-width:0px;background-color:rgb(255, 255, 255);color:rgb(0, 0, 0);font-family:Arial;font-size:13.02px;font-style:normal;font-variant-caps:normal;font-variant-ligatures:normal;font-weight:400;letter-spacing:normal;margin:0px 0px 12px;orphans:2;text-align:start;text-decoration-color:initial;text-decoration-style:initial;text-decoration-thickness:initial;text-indent:0px;text-transform:none;white-space:normal;widows:2;word-spacing:0px;%22%3E%3Cspan style=%22background-color:rgb(255,255,255);color:rgb(0,0,0);font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:14px;%22%3E%3Cspan style=%22-webkit-text-stroke-width:0px;display:inline !important;float:none;font-style:normal;font-variant-caps:normal;font-variant-ligatures:normal;font-weight:400;letter-spacing:normal;orphans:2;text-align:start;text-decoration-color:initial;text-decoration-style:initial;text-decoration-thickness:initial;text-indent:0px;text-transform:none;white-space:normal;widows:2;word-spacing:0px;%22%3EUnder direction of the Assistant Director and Supervisor or Lead this position will perform both receiving duties and mail service as outlined for the Health Sciences facility and Research Corporation.%3C/span%3E%3C/span%3E%3C/p%3E%3Cp class=%22MsoNormal%22 style=%22-webkit-text-stroke-width:0px;background-color:white;color:rgb(0, 0, 0);font-family:%26quot;Open Sans%26quot;, %26quot;Segoe UI%26quot;, Frutiger, %26quot;Frutiger Linotype%26quot;, %26quot;Dejavu Sans%26quot;, %26quot;Helvetica Neue%26quot;, Arial, sans-serif;font-size:13.02px;font-style:normal;font-variant-caps:normal;font-variant-ligatures:normal;font-weight:400;letter-spacing:normal;line-height:normal;margin:0px 0px 9pt;orphans:2;text-align:start;text-decoration-color:initial;text-decoration-style:initial;text-decoration-thickness:initial;text-indent:0px;text-transform:none;vertical-align:middle;white-space:normal;widows:2;word-spacing:0px;%22%3E%3Cspan style=%22color:black;font-family:Arial, sans-serif;font-size:14px;%22%3EWe strongly believe in work-life balance and keeping time for things we love outside our work. WVU offers generous benefits, including:%3C/span%3E%3C/p%3E%3Cul style=%22-webkit-text-stroke-width:0px;background-color:rgb(255, 255, 255);color:rgb(0, 0, 0);font-family:%26quot;Open Sans%26quot;, %26quot;Segoe UI%26quot;, Frutiger, %26quot;Frutiger Linotype%26quot;, %26quot;Dejavu Sans%26quot;, %26quot;Helvetica Neue%26quot;, Arial, sans-serif;font-size:13.02px;font-style:normal;font-variant-caps:normal;font-variant-ligatures:normal;font-weight:400;letter-spacing:normal;margin:12px 0px;orphans:2;padding:revert;text-align:start;text-decoration-color:initial;text-decoration-style:initial;text-decoration-thickness:initial;text-indent:0px;text-transform:none;white-space:normal;widows:2;word-spacing:0px;%22 type=%22disc%22%3E%3Cli class=%22MsoNormal%22 style=%22background-color:white;color:black;line-height:normal;vertical-align:middle;%22%3E%3Cspan style=%22font-family:Arial, sans-serif;font-size:14px;%22%3E37.5-hour work week%26nbsp;%3C/span%3E%3C/li%3E%3Cli class=%22MsoNormal%22 style=%22background-color:white;color:black;line-height:normal;vertical-align:middle;%22%3E%3Cspan style=%22font-family:Arial, sans-serif;font-size:14px;%22%3E13 paid holidays%26nbsp;(%3C/span%3E%3Ca style=%22color:rgb(4, 95, 171);line-height:inherit;text-decoration:none;%22 href=%22https://talentandculture.wvu.edu/benefits-and-compensation/holiday-schedule%22%3E%3Cspan style=%22color:rgb(4,95,171);font-family:Arial, sans-serif;font-size:14px;%22%3Estaff holiday calendar%3C/span%3E%3C/a%3E%3Cspan style=%22font-family:Arial, sans-serif;font-size:14px;%22%3E)%3C/span%3E%3C/li%3E%3Cli class=%22MsoNormal%22 style=%22background-color:white;color:black;line-height:normal;vertical-align:middle;%22%3E%3Cspan style=%22font-family:Arial, sans-serif;font-size:14px;%22%3E15 annual leave (vacation) days per year or more based on years of service%26nbsp;(%3C/span%3E%3Ca style=%22color:rgb(4, 95, 171);line-height:inherit;text-decoration:none;%22 href=%22https://talentandculture.wvu.edu/benefits-and-compensation/time-off/ee-leave%22%3E%3Cspan style=%22color:rgb(4,95,171);font-family:Arial, sans-serif;font-size:14px;%22%3Eemployee leave%3C/span%3E%3C/a%3E%3Cspan style=%22font-family:Arial, sans-serif;font-size:14px;%22%3E)%3C/span%3E%3C/li%3E%3Cli class=%22MsoNormal%22 style=%22background-color:white;color:black;line-height:normal;vertical-align:middle;%22%3E%3Cspan style=%22font-family:Arial, sans-serif;font-size:14px;%22%3E18 sick days per year%26nbsp;(for when you’re ill, for when you need time to care for sick family, for your own, or your family’s, regularly scheduled medical appointments. Who is family for the purpose of this leave? A lot of people in your life including immediate relatives and in-laws as well as others considered to be members of your household living under the same roof)%3C/span%3E%3C/li%3E%3Cli class=%22MsoNormal%22 style=%22background-color:white;color:black;line-height:normal;vertical-align:middle;%22%3E%3Cspan style=%22font-family:Arial, sans-serif;font-size:14px;%22%3EWVU offers a range of%26nbsp;%3C/span%3E%3Ca style=%22color:rgb(4, 95, 171);line-height:inherit;text-decoration:none;%22 href=%22https://talentandculture.wvu.edu/benefits-and-compensation/insurance-plans%22%3E%3Cspan style=%22color:rgb(4,95,171);font-family:Arial, sans-serif;font-size:14px;%22%3Ehealth insurance and other benefits%3C/span%3E%3C/a%3E%3C/li%3E%3Cli class=%22MsoNormal%22 style=%22background-color:white;color:black;line-height:normal;vertical-align:middle;%22%3E%3Cspan style=%22font-family:Arial, sans-serif;font-size:14px;%22%3E401(a) retirement savings with 6% employee contribution match, eligibility to continue health insurance, and other retiree perks. 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Check out retirement health insurance benefits, retirement income, and FAQ’s.%3C/span%3E%3C/li%3E%3Cli class=%22MsoNormal%22 style=%22background-color:white;color:black;line-height:normal;vertical-align:middle;%22%3E%3Cspan style=%22font-family:Arial, sans-serif;font-size:14px;%22%3EWellness programs%3C/span%3E%3C/li%3E%3C/ul%3E%3Cp style=%22-webkit-text-stroke-width:0px;background-color:white;color:black;font-family:Arial;font-size:13.02px;font-style:normal;font-variant-caps:normal;font-variant-ligatures:normal;font-weight:400;letter-spacing:normal;line-height:normal;margin:0px 0px 12px;orphans:2;text-align:start;text-decoration-color:initial;text-decoration-style:initial;text-decoration-thickness:initial;text-indent:0px;text-transform:none;vertical-align:middle;white-space:normal;widows:2;word-spacing:0px;%22%3E%3Cspan style=%22font-family:Arial, sans-serif;font-size:14px;%22%3E%3Cstrong%3EWhat you%27ll do:%3C/strong%3E%3C/span%3E%3C/p%3E%3Cul style=%22-webkit-text-stroke-width:0px;background-color:rgb(255, 255, 255);color:rgb(0, 0, 0);font-family:%26quot;Open Sans%26quot;, %26quot;Segoe UI%26quot;, Frutiger, %26quot;Frutiger Linotype%26quot;, %26quot;Dejavu Sans%26quot;, %26quot;Helvetica Neue%26quot;, Arial, sans-serif;font-size:13.02px;font-style:normal;font-variant-caps:normal;font-variant-ligatures:normal;font-weight:400;letter-spacing:normal;margin:12px 0px;orphans:2;padding:0px 0px 0px 20px;text-align:start;text-decoration-color:initial;text-decoration-style:initial;text-decoration-thickness:initial;text-indent:0px;text-transform:none;white-space:normal;widows:2;word-spacing:0px;%22%3E%3Cli style=%22font-family:Arial;line-height:1.25;%22%3E%3Cspan style=%22background-color:rgb(255,255,255);color:rgb(0,0,0);font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:14px;%22%3E%3Cspan style=%22-webkit-text-stroke-width:0px;display:inline !important;float:none;font-style:normal;font-variant-caps:normal;font-variant-ligatures:normal;font-weight:400;letter-spacing:normal;orphans:2;text-align:start;text-decoration-color:initial;text-decoration-style:initial;text-decoration-thickness:initial;text-indent:0px;text-transform:none;white-space:normal;widows:2;word-spacing:0px;%22%3EReceive emergency materials, construction materials, research specialty items, grant funded items, essential supplies.%3C/span%3E%3C/span%3E%3C/li%3E%3Cli style=%22font-family:Arial;line-height:1.25;%22%3E%3Cspan style=%22background-color:rgb(255,255,255);color:rgb(0,0,0);font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:14px;%22%3E%3Cspan style=%22-webkit-text-stroke-width:0px;display:inline !important;float:none;font-style:normal;font-variant-caps:normal;font-variant-ligatures:normal;font-weight:400;letter-spacing:normal;orphans:2;text-align:start;text-decoration-color:initial;text-decoration-style:initial;text-decoration-thickness:initial;text-indent:0px;text-transform:none;white-space:normal;widows:2;word-spacing:0px;%22%3EDelivers materials, parts, tools, research equipment and safety equipment. Performs arranging, loading and storage of items warehoused. Posts all disbursements on database. Assesses condition of packages and containers for damages reporting any inconsistency.%26nbsp;Operates warehouse equipment such as hand trucks, labeling devices, and other motorized/non-motorized equipment for pick up, delivery, and storing of materials.%3C/span%3E%3C/span%3E%3C/li%3E%3Cli style=%22font-family:Arial;line-height:1.25;%22%3E%3Cspan style=%22background-color:rgb(255,255,255);color:rgb(0,0,0);font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:14px;%22%3E%3Cspan style=%22-webkit-text-stroke-width:0px;display:inline !important;float:none;font-style:normal;font-variant-caps:normal;font-variant-ligatures:normal;font-weight:400;letter-spacing:normal;orphans:2;text-align:start;text-decoration-color:initial;text-decoration-style:initial;text-decoration-thickness:initial;text-indent:0px;text-transform:none;white-space:normal;widows:2;word-spacing:0px;%22%3EUpdates processes and procedures as necessary regarding shipping and receiving operations. Completes assigned tasks for the day to day operation of the shipping and receiving area at the Health Sciences Center. Maintains Shipping and Receiving operating procedures. Initiates and completes administrative paperwork%3C/span%3E%3C/span%3E%3C/li%3E%3Cli style=%22font-family:Arial;line-height:1.25;%22%3E%3Cspan style=%22font-size:14px;%22%3ECoordinates and assign task for the day to day operation of the mail services at the Health Sciences Center. Retrieves mail from Federal Post Office for entire institution twice daily. Works with supervision to ensure area is covered during normal working hours.%3C/span%3E%3C/li%3E%3Cli style=%22font-family:Arial;line-height:1.25;%22%3E%3Cspan style=%22font-size:14px;%22%3EDevelops and maintains Post Office procedures.%26nbsp; Assists Supervisor and Lead while following mailing procedures and cross training in all areas of the operation.%3C/span%3E%3C/li%3E%3Cli style=%22font-family:Arial;line-height:1.25;%22%3E%3Cspan style=%22font-size:14px;%22%3EHandles administrative paperwork and works to improve customer service.%26nbsp; Updates information on a daily basis on data bases recording daily and monthly transactions.%26nbsp; Assists customers on understanding and following proper procedures regarding postal regulations, shipping requirements, and various University guidelines that may be appropriate.%3C/span%3E%3C/li%3E%3Cli style=%22font-family:Arial;line-height:1.25;%22%3E%3Cspan style=%22font-size:14px;%22%3EEnsures area remains secure during operating hours.%3C/span%3E%3C/li%3E%3Cli style=%22font-family:Arial;line-height:1.25;%22%3E%3Cspan style=%22font-size:14px;%22%3ETrain newly assigned personnel.%3C/span%3E%3C/li%3E%3Cli style=%22font-family:Arial;line-height:1.25;%22%3E%3Cspan style=%22font-size:14px;%22%3EAttends safety training and other training as may be required.%3C/span%3E%3C/li%3E%3Cli style=%22font-family:Arial;line-height:1.25;%22%3E%3Cspan style=%22font-size:14px;%22%3ERecords transactions in computerized database.%3C/span%3E%3C/li%3E%3Cli style=%22font-family:Arial;line-height:1.25;%22%3E%3Cspan style=%22font-size:14px;%22%3EAssures accuracy of data, tracking and documentation for entry records%3C/span%3E%3C/li%3E%3Cli style=%22font-family:Arial;line-height:1.25;%22%3E%3Cspan style=%22font-size:14px;%22%3EFollow environmental and safety regulations and act in compliance with Federal and State laws.%3C/span%3E%3C/li%3E%3C/ul%3E%3Cp style=%22-webkit-text-stroke-width:0px;background-color:rgb(255, 255, 255);color:rgb(0, 0, 0);font-family:Arial;font-size:13.02px;font-style:normal;font-variant-caps:normal;font-variant-ligatures:normal;font-weight:400;letter-spacing:normal;line-height:1.25;margin:0px 0px 12px;orphans:2;text-align:start;text-decoration-color:initial;text-decoration-style:initial;text-decoration-thickness:initial;text-indent:0px;text-transform:none;white-space:normal;widows:2;word-spacing:0px;%22%3E%3Cspan style=%22font-size:14px;%22%3EPay Grade: 9%3C/span%3E%3C/p%3E%3Cp style=%22-webkit-text-stroke-width:0px;background-color:rgb(255, 255, 255);color:rgb(0, 0, 0);font-family:Arial;font-size:13.02px;font-style:normal;font-variant-caps:normal;font-variant-ligatures:normal;font-weight:400;letter-spacing:normal;line-height:1.25;margin:0px 0px 12px;orphans:2;text-align:start;text-decoration-color:initial;text-decoration-style:initial;text-decoration-thickness:initial;text-indent:0px;text-transform:none;white-space:normal;widows:2;word-spacing:0px;%22%3E%3Cspan style=%22font-size:14px;%22%3EHours:%26nbsp;Monday thru Friday 8a-4p%3C/span%3E%3C/p%3E

• Must have a High School or GED.
• A minimum of six (6) months in the following:
  • Background in purchasing procedures and shipping. This experience is essential to be able to follow guidelines in the State system.
• Any equivalent combination of related education and/or experience will be considered.
• All qualifications must be met by the time of employment.

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities:

• Mathematical skills
• Verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to tactfully deal with administrators, vendors, etc..
• Knowledge of building trades.
• Ability to understand of warehousing, shipping and mail services.
• Ability to follow orals and written instruction.
• Knowledge of simple accounting and inventory methods.
• Ability to utilize a computer.
• Demonstrated mathematical skills.
• Ability to organize, recognize, and itemize numerical items.
• Ability to follow OSHA guidelines and associated codes.

Physical Demands:

•  Ability to bend, stoop, lift, and carry items up to 50 pounds.
•  Ability to climb ladders for storage.
•  Ability to operate forklift and similar equipment.
•  Good eye to hand skills.

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• DOT Safety Training required within 6 months of hire date
• Fork Lift Training required within 6 months of hire date
• Pitney Bowes training within 6 months of hire date
• Driver's License required

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Job Details
Job Posting: Aug 4, 2026
Posting Classification: Classified
Exemption Status: Non-Exempt
Benefits Eligible: Yes
Schedule: Full-time