Driver-Warehouse Worker

University of Washington; Seattle (WA); On-site; USD 48,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

The University of Washington Facilities Stores seeks a reliable Driver-Warehouse Worker to safely operate light and medium duty vehicles, pick up and deliver materials, and support warehousing operations across campus. You will join a team responsible for inventory, receiving, staging, and delivery workflows, using AiM for material processing, and collaborating with trades staff to ensure timely service.

A valid driver's license and ability to lift up to 50 pounds are required, with forklift

Qualifications

• Experience operating light trucks and delivery vehicles.
• Ability to perform pre-trip inspections and basic vehicle maintenance.
• Strong customer service and communication skills.
• Excellent attention to detail and safety orientation.

Responsibilities

• Operate light and medium duty vehicles up to 1.5 ton trucks; perform pre-trip inspections.
• Pick up and deliver materials, equipment, and tools to various locations on and off campus.
• Perform warehouse tasks: inventory control, receiving, disbursing, storage, picking, packing, staging, and delivery.
• Inspect incoming items against shipping documents and set up storerooms/warehouse areas.
• Use inventory software and participate in physical inventories; maintain clean, safe work areas.
• Support Materials Management programs and assist with special projects; adapt to campus needs.

Skills

Driving

Valid driver’s license

Customer service

Interpersonal communication

Attention to detail

Safety awareness

Job description

Job Description

Facilities Stores has an outstanding opportunity for a Driver-Warehouse Worker to join their team.

About This Opportunity

Reporting to the Assistant Manager for Warehouse Operations at the Plant Services Facilities Store, they will safely operate light and medium duty vehicles (up to one and one-half ton); pick up and deliver materials, tools, and equipment within required timeframes; perform warehousing duties in support of UW Facilities Stores.

Job Description

Facilities Stores has an outstanding opportunity for a Driver-Warehouse Worker to join their team.

About This Opportunity

Reporting to the Assistant Manager for Warehouse Operations at the Plant Services Facilities Store, they will safely operate light and medium duty vehicles (up to one and one-half ton); pick up and deliver materials, tools, and equipment within required timeframes; perform warehousing duties in support of UW Facilities Stores.

Key Responsibilities 100%

• Operate light and medium duty vehicles, up to and including one and one-half ton trucks. Operate hydraulic lift gate, when applicable. Pick-up and deliver materials, equipment, and tools to various locations on and off campus.
• Perform warehouse functions in multiple locations which includes: counter service, inventory control, receiving and disbursing, material storage, along with picking, packing, staging, materials for delivery. Inspect incoming items and check for condition, quantity, and type against shipping documents. Set up storerooms and warehouse areas. Issue materials and stage materials for pickup by trades personnel. Accurately process materials utilizing the AiM system.
• Safely operate material handling equipment used in loading, unloading, moving and delivering equipment, materials, and supplies. Material handling equipment includes but is not limited to: forklifts, electric and manual pallet jacks, hand trucks, slant/panel carts.
• Utilize hardware and software associated with UW Facilities Stores inventory management. Participate in physical inventories on an ongoing basis.
• Interact daily with UW Facilities trades and other staff, and vendors; provide excellent customer service through timely responses to requests; deliver clear and courteous communication while paying attention to detail.
• Maintain a neat, orderly, safe work area which includes vehicle cleanliness. Perform pre-trip vehicle inspections and minor service on assigned vehicle, (e.g. tire pressure, windshield fluid), and clean the interior and exterior of the vehicle as needed.
• Participate in workplace safety and job training certification classes as required to perform daily duties.
• Participate in continuous improvement initiatives to improve workplace practices and processes to add value to the services provided.
• Provide support for all Materials Management programs and functions. Perform related duties as required. Assist with special projects as assigned. Driver-Warehouse Workers may be assigned to various campus locations based on business needs. Assignments to work sites may vary in duration and frequency.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Core Competencies

• Personal integrity and trustworthiness
• Manage stressful situations and changing priorities effectively
• Anticipate, recognize and resolve problems
• Responsible and accountable
• Organizational skills and attention to details
• Positive, optimistic, success-oriented attitude
• Professional demeanor which includes being tactful and courteous
• Professional work ethic
• Promote a safe work environment

Required Qualifications

To be considered for this opportunity your application must demonstrate you meet both the minimum qualifications and additional qualifications listed below. Equivalent education and/or experience may substitute for minimum qualifications except when there are legal requirements, such as a license, certification, and/or registration.

Applicants who do not meet these qualifications WILL NOT be forwarded to the Hiring Department.

Minimum Qualifications

Physical ability to do required work AND one year of experience operating light trucks, delivery vehicles and related equipment AND possession of a valid motor vehicle operator’s license.

Additional Requirements

• Excellent driving record – copy of driving abstract will be required of all final candidates
• Excellent oral and interpersonal communications skills combined with a positive, optimistic success-oriented attitude
• Excellent customer service skills, professional and courteous demeanor
• Ability to consistently exercise critical thinking skills
• Excellent attention to detail

Desired

• Working knowledge of Facilities Maintenance and Construction products, supplies, and materials used by skilled trades.
• Ability to learn new proprietary software and ability track daily tasks using Microsoft Office suite of software tools.
• Ability to learn and use customized database software.

Conditions of employment

• Valid Washington State Driver’s License
• Substantial footwear is required and must be provided by the employee and worn on the job.
• Must be able to work in a non-smoking environment
• Ability to lift / move up to 50 pounds unassisted and ability to lift / move 50-100 pounds with assistance
• Ability to obtain and maintain forklift certification.
• Regular and predictable attendance is required

About The Team

UW Facilities Stores and Expediting personnel are part of a service focused team within Materials Management Department. We provide procurement, storage, and delivery support to all the UW’s Maintenance and Construction trades. We also play the same role for the UW’s Building Services Department and the buildings they service.

Facilities Stores acts as the main purchaser and distributor of all materials under $10,000 used by trades and custodians. Our Stores team include 2 physical store locations containing over 5000 SKUs, as well as a non-stock procurement team that processes order requests for materials we don’t normally carry. Stores is a one stop shop for anything a trade shop or custodian may need, and if we don’t have it available that day, we work with our customer to procure the item before their work requires it.

Expediting Services handles all the order pick-ups and deliveries that our Stores team process. They travel throughout the region to pick up orders as well as expedite rush pickups/deliveries when necessary. Whenever a building or UW property is experiencing an emergency, our Expediting team makes the order their top priority and provides constant communication and coordination between the vendor and customer until the material is delivered.

UW Facilities Stores and Expediting pride themselves on supporting the important work involved in the maintenance, renovation, and upkeep of the UW’s beautiful buildings and grounds. It is our goal to make any material available to our customers before their important work requires it.

Compensation, Benefits And Position Details

Pay Range Minimum

$48,396.00 annual

Pay Range Maximum

$64,740.00 annual

Other Compensation

For information about benefits for this position, visit https://www.washington.edu/jobs/benefits-for-uw-staff/

Shift

First Shift (United States of America)

Temporary or Regular?

This is a regular position

FTE (Full-Time Equivalent)

100.00%

Union/Bargaining Unit

WFSE Campuswide

About The UW

Working at the University of Washington provides a unique opportunity to change lives – on our campuses, in our state and around the world.

UW employees bring their boundless energy, creative problem-solving skills and dedication to building stronger minds and a healthier world. In return, they enjoy outstanding benefits, opportunities for professional growth and the chance to work in an environment known for its diversity, intellectual excitement, artistic pursuits and natural beauty.

Our Commitment

The University of Washington is committed to fostering an inclusive, respectful and welcoming community for all. As an equal opportunity employer, the University considers applicants for employment without regard to race, color, creed, religion, national origin, citizenship, sex, pregnancy, age, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetic information, disability, or veteran status consistent with UW Executive Order No. 81.

To request disability accommodation in the application process, contact the Disability Services Office at 206-543-6450 or [e-mail].

Applicants considered for this position will be required to disclose if they are the subject of any substantiated findings or current investigations related to sexual misconduct at their current employment and past employment. Disclosure is required under Washington state law.