About the role
Title: Departmental Assistant
Executive Area: Administration and Finance
College/School/MBU: Auxiliary Enterprises
Department: Warehouse
Work Location: Amherst
Schedule: Part Time
Work Arrangement: Onsite
Job Summary
The Warehouse Helper (Departmental Assistant) assist in the general function an organization of the University's dining program replenishment program. This includes receiving orders, shipping orders, delivering product to residential and retail dining establishments and ensuring the warehouse's inventory practices are upheld.
Essential Functions
Receive foods, supplies, materials, and equipment in accordance with standard operating procedures.
Assist with inventories ensuring accurate on-hand counts for items are monitored.
Maintain warehouse, vehicles, and equipment.
Pick up and deliver food items to various locations across the University.
Exercise good storage practices.
Assist with special events as necessary.
Other Functions
Performs other duties as assigned.
Minimum Qualifications
Working knowledge of methods, materials, tools and equipment normally used in a warehouse environment.
Ability to perform the physical tasks normal to warehousing and distribution.
Ability to follow oral and written instructions.
A Valid Class D license is required for this position.
Additional Details
The successful applicant will be a part of the bargaining unit after working at least (10) hours per week and (6) weeks in a calendar year.
This position is subject to final budgetary and administrative approval.
Working Conditions
Work is performed in indoor and/or outdoor environments, and requires frequent lifting, bending, tool use or equipment use. May involve work in confined spaces or at heights.
Work Schedule and Work Arrangement
Schedule will vary based on departmental needs and may include nights, weekends, and holidays,
Salary Information
Hourly Rate: $15.00- $19.00
Special Instructions for Applicants
Along with the application, please submit a resume.
This position will remain open for the time period required by any applicable collective bargaining agreement and will continue until a suitable candidate pool is identified. Interested applicants are strongly encouraged to apply early.