Description

External Retirement Plan TRS Employment Type Employee Benefits Eligibility Benefits Eligible Full/Part time Full Time Work Schedule Additional Schedule Information
Monday-Friday
7:30 a.m. - 4:30 p.m.
Advertised Salary Commensurate with Experience Posting Date 11/18/2025 Open until filled No Closing Date 11/25/2025 Proposed Starting Date 12/14/2025 Special Instructions to Applicants Location of Vacancy Athens Area EEO Policy Statement
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Position Information

Classification Title Materials Handler III FLSA Non-Exempt FTE 1.00 Minimum Qualifications
High school diploma or equivalent and 5 years of related experience
Preferred Qualifications Position Summary
This is a heavy equipment operator for Mail and Receiving Services. Duties will include, but not limited to, using a forklift or electric pallet jack to load and unload the box trucks with lift gates. Drivers will safely deliver oversized freight, hazardous material and chemicals, gurneys of mail and/or packages to campus. Heavy equipment operator will coordinate delivery logistics to include delivery schedule with labs, UGA departments, and University Housing. Knowledgeable of UGA campus and will be responsible for completing delivery paperwork and assisting submit claims for any damaged freight.
Knowledge, Skills, Abilities and/or Competencies
Knowledge of UGA buildings and campus streets. Ability to learn the different docks and heights of those docks. Great customer service skills. Ability to work with a team.
Physical Demands
Standing, sitting, driving, lifting, and reaching. Lift up to 40 pounds.
Is driving a responsibility of this position? Yes Is this a Position of Trust? Yes Does this position have operation, access, or control of financial resources? No Does this position require a P-Card? No Is having a P-Card an essential function of this position? No Does this position have direct interaction or care of children under the age of 18 or direct patient care? No Does this position have Security Access (e.g., public safety, IT security, personnel records, patient records, or access to chemicals and medications) Yes Credit and P-Card policy
Be advised a credit check will be required for all positions with financial responsibilities. For additional information about the credit check criteria, visit the UGA Credit Background Check website.
Background Investigation Policy
Offers of employment are contingent upon completion of a background investigation including, a criminal background check demonstrating your eligibility for employment with the University of Georgia; confirmation of the credentials and employment history reflected in your application materials (including reference checks) as they relate to the job-based requirements of the position applied for; and, if applicable, a satisfactory credit check. You may also be subject to a pre-employment drug test for positions with high-risk responsibilities, if applicable. Please visit the UGA Background Check website.

Duties/Responsibilities

Duties/Responsibilities
Coordinate and schedule the delivery of freight, hazardous material and chemicals, oversized items, and gurneys of mail and packages. Load the box trucks to ensure cargo is secure and does not shift during transport. Safely secure all hazardous material and chemicals. These steps will include the proper use of forklifts and electric pallet jacks.
Percentage of time 40 Duties/Responsibilities
Analyze incoming freight and oversized items in order to coordinate a delivery schedule with the departments, labs, and residence halls/University Housing. Utilize knowledge of dock heights to determine the best delivery method.
Percentage of time 25 Duties/Responsibilities
Assist with the process of checking and inspecting damaged packages or freight. Correspond directly with shipper and supplier to rectify any issues, claims or returns. Ensure comments are added to UGAMart and department is aware of replacements or delays with their incoming packages and freight.
Percentage of time 15 Duties/Responsibilities
Pick-up gurneys of UGA department and residence hall mail and packages from the Olympic Drive post office each morning. Assist with sorting all of the incoming mail and packages.
Percentage of time 10 Duties/Responsibilities
Fill in for drivers on an as needed basis. This includes making special pickups for departments
Percentage of time 5 Duties/Responsibilities
Other tasks as assigned
Percentage of time 5

Contact Information

Recruitment Contact

Contact Details
For questions concerning this position or recruitment progression, please refer to the Recruitment Contact listed below.
Recruitment Contact Name Susan Baxter Recruitment Contact Email sbaxter@uga.edu Recruitment Contact Phone

Posting Specific Questions

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

1. * Please explain any experience you have with standard warehouse equipment to include forklift, motorized pallet jacks and hand trucks.
   (Open Ended Question)
2. * Do you possess a valid driver's license?
   • No Response
   • No
   • Yes
3. * Do you have experience driving and operating large box/cargo trucks with lift gates?
   • No Response
   • No
   • Yes

Applicant Documents

Required Documents

1. Resume/CV

Optional Documents

1. Cover Letter