About the role
Campus
OSU-Stillwater
Contact Name & Email
Brigett Broyles, brigett.broyles@okstate.edu
Work Schedule
Monday through Friday, 8:00 am-5:00 pm or TBD by Supervisor
Appointment Length
Regular Continuous/Until Further Notice
Hiring Range
$14.00 - $19.50/hr (contingent upon available funding)
Hourly
Special Instructions to Applicants
For full consideration, please include a resume, cover letter, and contact information for three professional references.
About this Position
Looking for a motivated, skilled Material Mover to join the Facilities Management Moves and Special Events department on the Oklahoma State University campus!
This position provides labor to move materials as required by various University departments. Will be responsible for safely operating vans, trucks, utility vehicles, trailers and other equipment to collect and/or relocate campus materials. Responsible for maintaining departmental equipment and report any damage, malfunction, and/or safety issues to the Assistant Supervisor. Required to use electronic hand device to record daily notes on work orders for reporting purposes. Provides physical labor necessary to set up and take down staging and equipment for campus special events. Must work well with students, faculty & staff at all levels within a diverse, multi-cultural, collaborative environment.
The employee in this position may be required to work overtime after 4 pm, and/or shift work when management deems necessary. The ability to perform snow and ice removal tasks and respond at any time of the day or night when scheduled by management regardless of weather will be required. This position is heavy in manual labor and requires the physical ability to lift up to 50 pounds frequently and in excess of 50 pounds occasionally.
Regular exposure to disagreeable conditions, extreme temperature changes, odors and loud noises. Appropriate PPE (personal protective equipment), gloves, safety glasses, etc. are provided for use in the workplace. Promotional opportunities may be available through established career development.
OSU offers a generous benefits package for continuous, regular positions, including but not limited to health, life and retirement benefits, paid leave and 13 paid holidays per year. Other benefits include employee and dependent tuition waivers, free gym memberships, a free, confidential employee assistance program and much, much more.
Required Qualifications
- High School/GED (degree must be conferred on or before agreed upon start date)
- Material Mover I: One year of related experience to job duties, as stated above. Material Mover II: Two years of related experience to job duties as stated above. Material Mover Lead: Three years of related job duties, as stated above. At least one year of experience at OSU Facilities Management or equivalent and demonstrated supervisory ability. FM Leadership Program Completion. Candidate position placement is dependent upon years of experience and availability.
- Certifications, Registrations, and/or Licenses: Material I-Lead: Forklift certification within 90 days of hire. Have before hire and maintain after hire, a valid driver’s license. A valid driver’s license must be maintained for the operation of an OSU vehicle, which is required in the performance of job duties as assigned.
- Skills, Proficiencies, and/or Knowledge: The person in this position frequently communicates with customers and employees who have inquiries on work, so they must be able to communicate information accurately with a friendly & positive demeanor. Ability to become proficient in the use of “AiM” Computerized Maintenance Management System (CMMS) software and the use of mobile technology. Ability to communicate effectively and accurately. Ability to establish and maintain effective working relations with departmental representatives. Must work safely, adhere to all safety requirements, and promote a safe work environment. Ability to work independently. Good decision-making skills, as well as the ability to seek help, communicate with people, and work around moving machinery. Must adhere to all safety requirements and promote work safety.
Preferred Qualifications
- Vocational/Technical
- Post Secondary Education with three to five years of related experience (i.e., moving heavy materials, working in a warehouse setting, setting up events, etc.) Proficient in working with computers, including Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook, etc.)
- Certifications, Registrations, and/or Licenses: Forklift Certification