Mail Carrier-Driver B

University of Washington; Seattle (WA); On-site; USD 45,000 - 54,000; Full time

Job summary

The University of Washington in Seattle is seeking a Mail Carrier Driver to join the Finance, Planning, and Budgeting (FPB) team. The role involves driving trucks and bicycles to deliver US mail, campus mail, and packages, as well as processing mail in a busy bulk mail center.

Under supervision, you will sort and rate mail, operate mail metering and tracking systems, and support shipping and receiving operations. This position emphasizes accuracy, customer service, and teamwork.

Qualifications

• High School graduation or GED; valid motor vehicle operator’s license.
• Six months office or clerical experience may be substituted for educational requirements.
• Equivalent education and/or experience may substitute for minimum qualifications.
• Ability and willingness to lift and work outside in all types of weather conditions.

Responsibilities

• Drive a variety of trucks and other motorized vehicles, including bicycles.
• Deliver, receive and collect US mail, campus mail, and packages.
• Sort, classify, and rate mail for proper postage; operate mail processing equipment.
• Use receiving and tracking systems to account for mail, packages and materials.
• Participate in process improvement and other duties as needed.

Skills

Valid driver's license

Delivery experience

Office/clerical experience

LEAN/process improvement

Physical stamina

Education

High School diploma or GED

Job description

Job Description

to join their team.

About This Opportunity

Under the supervision of Program Support Supervisor II, the

Job Description

Finance, Planning, and Budgeting (FPB) has an outstanding opportunity for a Mail Carrier Driver to join their team. Under the supervision of Program Support Supervisor II, the Mail Carrier Driver B position works in a dynamic customer focused team that serves University of Washington departments with their mail production and delivery needs. Under the policies and procedures of Creative Communications, this position will have a variety of responsibilities, including sorting, delivering, collecting and rating U.S. Government mail, campus mail and freight; operating delivery trucks, vans and bicycles as required incidental to the distribution and collection of mail, supplies or services for the university. Operating manual and electric powered equipment to move materials. Operating mail processing equipment and manual mail processing in our bulk mail center. This position requires the ability to work with a variety of people and to work under pressure while maintaining a positive service attitude.

Key Responsibilities

Mail & Package Delivery Operation 45%

Drive a variety of trucks and other motorized vehicles as well as bicycles.

Deliver, receive and collect United States mail and private courier, delivery services including packages, campus mail including books, files, cartons, packages, overnight express, pallets and additional supplies etc.

Make delivery to, and pick up from, U.S. Postal facilities, bulk, insured, overnight express, registered, certified, and regular mail. Pick up or drop off mail and materials from UW departments or vendors as needed.

Use hand trucks, dollies, mail carts, bicycle, bicycle trailers and pallet jacks in the transport of materials.

May make on-campus deliveries of newspapers, record retention boxes, supplies and pick up’s for commercial surface or air transport services.

Mail Processing & Distribution 45%

Case and sort United States postal and campus mail; load/unload mail sacks.

Sort, classify, and rate mail for proper postage.

Operate mail processing equipment, such as mail metering machines, Videojet addressing, tabbing, folding, including manual handwork in our bulk mail center.

Use receiving & tracking computer system to track and account for incoming accountable mail, packages, materials and goods.

Will be assigned to our Shipping & Receiving operation as needed and provide all related duties/services to those operations.

Continuous Improvement & Other Duties 10%

Participate in our process improvement strategies, workflow improvements.

Perform related duties as required.

Required Qualifications

Minimum Qualifications

High School graduation or GED Certificate; valid motor vehicle operator’s license.

Six months office or clerical experience may be substituted for educational requirements.

Equivalent education and/or experience may substitute for minimum qualifications except when there are legal requirements, such as a license, certification, and/or registration.

Preferred Qualifications

Ability and willingness to do constant lifting and work outside in all types of weather conditions

Experience with wide variety of mail rating and/or processing equipment

Ability to multi-task under changing priorities and deadlines in a fast-paced environment Participated in a work environment using LEAN or a similar structured process improvement system

Working Conditions

• Read address labels, packing slips and box contents, and shipping and receiving equipment (i.e., hand-held scanning tools, computers, etc)
• Utilization of pallet jacks and other warehouse equipment
• Manual dexterity required for handling products, labeling, scanning and data entry
• Lift/Carry
• Frequently lift and carry up to 50 lbs. without assistance
• Occasionally lift and carry 50-75 lbs. without assistance
• Frequently push/pull and carry up to 50 lbs. without assistance
• Occasionally push/pull and team carry greater than 50-75 lbs.
• Kneel/crouch, stoop (bend at waist), twist (knees/waist/neck), and push/pull with weight of package up to 8 hours per day
• Regular handle packages and packaging materials
• Stand and walk more than 5 hours per day
• Work performed primarily in a warehouse environment which includes mechanical noise and varying temperatures
• May be required to operate university vehicles and ride electric assist bicycles up to 3 miles

About The Team

Finance, Planning, and Budgeting (FPB) encompasses the major central financial, planning, analytical, and budgeting functions for the University of Washington, including:

• Financial Stewardship & Operations
• Institutional Analytics & Decision Support
• Budget, Policy & Strategy
• University Business Service

Creative Communications (C2) is the University of Washington’s centralized provider of design, web, printing, copying, and mailing services, supporting the Seattle, Bothell, and Tacoma campuses as well as UW Medicine. As a division of Finance, Planning & Budgeting, C2 partners with departments, faculty, students, and staff to deliver high‑quality, cost‑effective communication and logistics solutions, from concept through production and distribution, while emphasizing customer service, operational efficiency, and sustainability.

Compensation, Benefits And Position Details

Pay Range Minimum: $45,144.00 annual

Pay Range Maximum: $54,468.00 annual

Benefits:

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.