Materials Handler II

Facilities and Business Operations:

The Facilities and Business Operations at UCF is dedicated to fostering a conducive educational environment for our faculty, staff, students, and the broader community. We are committed to excellence, providing unparalleled expertise, and maintaining a world-class standard in service.

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The Opportunity:

Facilities and Business Operations is seeking to hire a Materials Handler II at the UCF Downtown campus. The Materials Handler II is responsible for supporting daily operations by receiving, processing, and delivering materials, supplies, and packages to university departments. This role also maintains the Receiving Bay and assists other Receiving, Stores, and Surplus staff as needed.

Responsibilities:

• Receive and unload incoming shipments.

• Verify accuracy of deliveries by comparing packing slips with purchase orders.

• Sort, count, package, label, insure, unpack, and/or log inventory for processing.

• Inspect incoming materials for damage or defects and record discrepancies.

• Notify supervisor and/or recipient of any issues with shipments.

• Deliver materials and packages to requesting university departments.

• Obtain authorized signatures for delivered items.

• Maintain department databases and prepare routine reports.

• File shipping and receiving records in an organized manner.

• Operate equipment such as dollies, pallet jacks, and forklifts as needed.

• Follow all departmental policies, procedures, and safety standards.

• Ensure proper care and use of tools, equipment, and supplies.

• Willingness or ability to obtain a forklift certification.

• Process or notify Environmental Health & Safety (EH&S) regarding hazardous or universal waste shipments according to policy.

• Warehouse & Facility Maintenance.

• Organize and maintain the "Shop Stock" warehouse, including labeling items with part numbers and pricing when available.

• Keep the receiving area, warehouse, and service yard clean and orderly.

Additional Duties

• Assist other Facilities Operations areas during staffing shortages or emergencies.

• Perform other related duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications:

High School Diploma or Equivalent and 2+ years of relevant experienceor an equivalent combination of education and experience pursuant to Fla. Stat. 112.219(6).

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience in shipping, receiving, warehouse operations, or materials handling in an institutional or industrial setting.

• Working knowledge of inventory control practices, including sorting, labeling, logging, and tracking materials.

• Familiarity with using warehouse equipment such as pallet jacks, dollies, and forklifts (forklift certification preferred).

• Experience handling hazardous or universal waste or working within EH&S guidelines.

• Strong attention to detail when verifying packing slips, purchase orders, and shipment accuracy.

• Ability tomaintainorganized, clean, and efficient workspaces, including receiving bays and warehouse areas.

The most successful candidates maypossessthe following qualities:

• Proficiency with basic computer applications and database systems used for inventory, order tracking, and recordkeeping.

• Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to provide courteous, professional service to campus departments.

• Ability to work independently, prioritize tasks, and manage time effectively in a fastpaced environment.

• Previousexperience in a facilities, operations, orlogisticsdepartment within a university or similar organization.

Health Assessment Required:

The UCF policy requires completion and passing of a physical exam for this position.

Special Instructions to the Applicants:

The anticipated hourly rate for this position is $14 to $17. The final salary will be determined based on the candidate's qualifications, experience, and internal equity considerations.

Position requires a valid Class E driver's license. This position may involve driving to various locations on and off campus to conduct University business.

Applicant must be authorized to work for any U.S. employer, as sponsorship is not available for this position now or in the future.

Are you ready to unleash YOUR potential?

As a next-generation public research university and Forbes-ranked top employer in Florida, we are a community of thinkers, doers, creators, innovators, healers, and leaders striving to create broader prosperity and help shape a better future. No matter what your role is, when you join Knight Nation, you'll play an integral role at one of the most impactful universities in the country. You'll be met with opportunities to connect and collaborate with talented faculty, staff, and students across 12 colleges and multiple campuses, engaging in impactful work that makes a positive difference. Your time at UCF will provide you with many meaningful opportunities to grow, you'll work alongside talented colleagues on complex projects that will challenge you and help you gain new skills, and you'll have countless rewarding experiences that go well beyond a paycheck.

Working at UCF has its perks!UCF offers:

• Benefit packages, including Medical, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, Flexible Spending, and Employee Assistance Program

• Paid time off, including annual and sick time off and paid holidays

• Retirement savings options

• Employee discounts, including tickets to many Orlando attractions

• Education assistance

• And more...For more benefits information, view the UCF Employee Benefits Guide.

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Unless explicitly stated on the job posting, it is UCF's expectation that an employee of UCF will reside in Florida as of the date the employment begins.

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Veteran's Preference:

Preference will be given to eligible veterans and their eligible spouses in accordance with Chapter 295 of the Florida Statutes. Applicants claiming preference are responsible for providing required documentation by the closing date of the position. For more information on Veterans' Preference, please visit http://hr.ucf.edu/files/VeteransPreference.pdf

As a Florida public university, the University of Central Florida makes all application materials and selection procedures available to the public upon request.

UCF is proud to be a smoke-free campus and an E-Verify employer.

If an accommodation due to a disability is needed to apply for this position, please call 407-823-1336 or email onac@ucf.edu.

For general application or posting questions, please email talent@ucf.edu.