Campus Delivery & Freight Specialist – Forklift

The University of Akron; Akron (OH); On-site; USD 17,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

The University of Akron is seeking a Campus Delivery Associate in Akron, OH. This role delivers mail, packages, and freight across campus, operating a forklift, box truck with lift gate, and a van.

You will coordinate daily delivery schedules and sign for items while assisting with special deliveries and cash handling as needed. Requires a valid driver’s license, high school diploma or GED, and at least six months in delivery services.

Qualifications

• Requires a high school diploma or GED and a valid driver's license.
• At least six months of delivery services experience or on-the-job training.
• Strong communication skills and a basic computer skill set are required.
• Experience handling mail, packages, and campus deliveries is preferred.
• Ability to operate forklift, box truck with lift gate, and a van.

Responsibilities

• Provides transportation for mail and packages from off-campus areas to campus locations.
• Delivers sorted mail, freight, or packages and follows specific delivery instructions.
• Operates forklift, box truck with lift gate, and a van for deliveries.
• Establishes daily delivery schedules and coordinates plans for deliveries across departments.
• Verifies and signs for mail and postal packages; handles inquiries and requests for delivery services.
• Prepares special deliveries by weighing items and processing mailings.
• Assists in transporting money deposits and cash transactions when necessary.
• Maintains safety and organization of work areas; responds to calls and walk-in customers.

Skills

Valid Driver's License

Strong communication

Basic computer skills

Delivery procedures knowledge

Customer service

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Forklift operation

Box truck with lift gate

Van driving

Job description

The University of Akron is seeking a Campus Delivery Associate in Akron, OH. This role delivers mail, packages, and freight across campus, operating a forklift, box truck with lift gate, and a van.

You will coordinate daily delivery schedules and sign for items while assisting with special deliveries and cash handling as needed. Requires a valid driver’s license, high school diploma or GED, and at least six months in delivery services.