Helper

University of LA - Monroe; Monroe (LA); On-site; USD 28,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

The University of Louisiana Monroe is seeking a Helper to join our team. This entry-level role supports campus operations and helps maintain an efficient warehouse environment.

Responsibilities include receiving deliveries, unloading shipments, organizing inventory, pulling orders, and assisting departments with supplies. The position emphasizes safety, accurate records, and reliable teamwork in a busy campus setting.

Qualifications

• No experience or training is required.

Responsibilities

• Receive deliveries from vendors and verify against PO and packing slips.
• Safely unload trucks using forklift or hand truck and inspect shipments for issues.
• Organize, label, stock, and rotate inventory in warehouse locations; pull and stage orders.
• Assist with locating and issuing warehouse supplies and maintain inventory records.
• Operate forklifts and related equipment following safety procedures; assist with deliveries on campus.
• Maintain a clean, safe warehouse and report hazards to supervisor.

Job description

The University of Louisiana Monroe is seeking a Helper to join our team. This position plays a vital role in supporting campus operations.

Why Work at ULM?At the University of Louisiana Monroe, you're more than an employee you’re part of a vibrant campus community committed to growth, innovation, and student success. ULM offers a supportive work environment, competitive benefits, and opportunities for professional development, all in the heart of Northeast Louisiana. Whether you're advancing your career or just starting out, ULM is a place where your work truly matters.

No experience or training is required.

The official job specifications for this role, as defined by the State Civil Service, can be found here.

Job Duties:

• Receive deliveries from vendors and verify shipments against purchase orders, packing slips, and receiving documentation.
• Safely unload trucks using a forklift, pallet jack, hand truck, or other material-handling equipment. Inspect incoming shipments for shortages, damage, or discrepancies and report issues to the supervisor. Organize, label, stock, and rotate inventory in designated warehouse locations. Pull and stage departmental orders for pickup or delivery.
• Assist employees and departments with locating and issuing warehouse supplies. Complete requisitions and inventory documentation for items issued to departments. Maintain accurate inventory records and notify the supervisor when stock levels are low or items need to be reordered. Assist with periodic physical inventory counts and inventory reconciliation.
• Keep the warehouse clean, organized, and free of safety hazards. Stack and store materials safely to maximize warehouse space. Sweep floors, dust shelving, remove trash, and maintain general housekeeping throughout the warehouse.
• Operate forklifts and other warehouse equipment in accordance with all safety procedures. Load university vehicles for deliveries as needed. Deliver materials, furniture, equipment, and supplies to campus departments when assigned. Assist with surplus property by organizing, storing, moving, and preparing items for transfer or disposal.
• Maintain a safe work environment by following OSHA and institutional safety policies. Report damaged equipment, safety hazards, and maintenance needs to the supervisor.

Position-Specific Details:

Appointment Type: Probational, Promotional, or Job Appointment

Contact Information:

For further information about this vacancy, contact:

Name of Contact Person: Jenny Jones

Agency/Department Name: ULM-Physical Plant

email: [e-mail]

Louisiana is a State As a Model Employer (SAME) that supports the recruitment, hiring, and retention of individuals with disabilities.