Coordinator Service II (Moving)

Utah State University; Logan (UT); On-site; USD 35,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

A university is seeking a motivated Transport Coordinator to manage furniture and equipment logistics on and off campus. Responsibilities include transporting materials, operating heavy machinery, and ensuring safety compliance. The ideal candidate will demonstrate strong organizational skills, customer service capability, and physical strength. This role supports university functions and provides essential operational support.

Benefits

Excellent benefits

Qualifications

• Two years of experience or an associate degree/vocational training.
• Valid driver's license required.
• Ability to gain forklift certification.

Responsibilities

• Set up and remove furniture and equipment for events.
• Operate moving trucks and forklifts.
• Distribute goods and maintain safety standards.

Skills

Customer service

Problem solving

Organization

Physical strength

Education

Associate degree/vocational training

Tools

Forklift

Moving truck

Job description

Overview

Under direct supervision, transports furniture and office equipment within university campus and off campus as directed. Routinely interacts with all constituents in the campus community. Ability to work 7:00 AM – 3:30 PM with occasional nights, weekends and holidays to accommodate university events.

Responsibilities

• Set up and remove furniture, equipment, and related items for special events and classroom use as necessitated.
• Locate and relocate applicable office, lab and event equipment.
• Load and unload furniture and related materials onto and off trucks, ensuring that appropriate padding and straps are used to prevent damage.
• Operate forklifts, mechanical tailgates, and mechanical platforms to facilitate loading and unloading materials. Ability to safely and effectively back a pickup truck and 20 foot trailer into tight spaces using complex maneuvers.
• Ensures that the budget expenditures are maintained within the authorized budget.
• Distributes goods to and from salvage, storage, surplus and central receiving.
• Operates mid-sized to large moving trucks in the transportation of moving materials, as necessary.
• Responsible for hiring and training a full time position and multiple part time positions.
• Maintains records of employees, equipment and maintenance activities.
• Schedules work assignments to ensure deadlines are met and inventory is monitored.
• Use various applications and devices to track the workflow.
• Works with customers in providing information and resolving issues relating to products and services; responsible for ensuring customer satisfaction.
• Performs general maintenance, custodial work, and trash and snow removal.
• Meet all industry and university safety requirements by ensuring proper care in the use and maintenance of equipment and supplies; promotes continuous improvement of workplace safety and environmental practices.
• Perform other miscellaneous duties as assigned.

Qualifications

Minimum Qualifications:

• Two years of experience or and associate degree/vocational training.
• Valid driver’s license to perform essential job responsibilities, such as driving university vehicles and transporting material
• Ability to gain forklift certification

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience in organizing schedules
• 1 year of a similar moving operation experience

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities:

• Ability to understand and follow specific instructions and procedures.
• Strong customer service skills.
• Reading, communication, math and problem solving skills equivalent to a high school education or GED.
• Ability to safely and efficiently operate mechanical forklifts, tailgates, platforms, moving trucks and truck with trailer.
• Ability to lift and manipulate heavy objects.
• Ability to read, understand and follow safety procedures.
• Basic computer and organizational skills (i.e. Microsoft and Google products).

Required Documents

Along with the online application, please attach:

Resume to be uploaded at the beginning of your application in the Candidate Profile under “Resume/CV”

Cover letter to be typed/pasted at the end of your application

**Document size may not exceed 10 MB.**

Advertised Salary

Commensurate with experience, plus excellent benefits

ADA

The environment for this classification varies and includes office environments and outdoor environments. In the office environment, employees are protected from weather conditions, but not necessarily temperature changes. In the outdoor environment, employees are not protected from weather conditions and may be exposed to extreme heat and extreme cold. The employee may also be exposed to loud noises, vibrations from equipment, and atmospheric conditions that may affect the respiratory system, such as fumes, odors, dusts, mists, gases, and poor ventilation.

This position requires considerable physical activity. Employees must have sufficient strength to perform the duties and responsibilities of the position including heavy lifting (up to 75 lbs.) and/or pushing and pulling of heavy objects.

University Highlights

Founded in 1888, Utah State University is Utah’s premier land-grant, public service university. As an R1 research institution, Utah State is dedicated to advancing knowledge and serving the public good through innovative research and scholarly activities that are grounded in reciprocal engagement with local, regional, and global communities. USU prepares students to be active, civically engaged leaders who are prepared to address critical societal challenges. Dedicated to providing a high-quality and affordable education, USU remains a leader in research, discovery, and public impact.

USU enrolls 28,900 students, both online and in person atlocations throughout the state. Utah State’s 30 locations include a main campus in Logan, Utah, residential campuses in Price and Blanding, and six additional statewide campuses, along with education centers serving every county. USU Online educates students from all 50 states and 55 countries. For over 25 years, USU Extension has served and engaged Utahns in all of Utah’s counties.

Competing at the NCAA Division I level, USU is a proud member of the Mountain West Conference and will join the Pac-12 Conference beginning in the 2026-2027 season. The Aggies’ long-standing tradition of athletic and academic excellence is exemplified by conference championships in multiple sports, reflecting USU's commitment to perseverance and achievement.

Utah State is dedicated to fostering a community where all individuals feel respected, valued, and supported. We seek to recruit, hire, and retain people from all walks of life who willchampion excellence in education, research, discovery, outreach, and service.We believe that promoting a strong sense of community and belonging empowers and engages all members of USU to thrive and be successful.Forbes recognized our commitment to employees when they namedUtah State the best employer in Utahin 2023.Learn moreabout USU.

The university provides aDual Career Assistance Programto support careers for partners who are also seeking employment.Additionally,USU is committed to providing access and reasonable accommodations for individuals with disabilities. To request a reasonable accommodation for a disability, contact the university’s ADA Coordinator in the Office of Human Resources at [phone] [e-mail].

*updated 02/2025

Notice of Non-discrimination

In its programs and activities, including in admissions and employment, Utah State University does not discriminate or tolerate discrimination, including harassment, based on race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any other status protected by University policy, Title IX, or any other federal, state, or local law.

The following individuals have been designated to handle inquiries regarding the application of Title IX and its implementing regulations and/or USU’s non-discrimination policies:

Executive Director of the Office of EquityMatthew Pinner,[e-mail],Distance Education Rm. 401, 435-797-1266

Title IX CoordinatorCody Carmichael,[e-mail], Distance Education Rm. 404, 435-797-1266

Mailing address: 5100 Old Main Hill, Logan, UT 84322

For further information regarding non-discrimination, please visithttps://equity.usu.edu/, or contact:

U.S. Department of Education,Office of Assistant Secretary for Civil Rights,800-421-3481,[e-mail]

*updated 09/2023