Mailroom Associate

Beacon Hill; Boston (MA); On-site; USD 21,000 - 29,000; Full time

Job summary

Beacon Hill based university is seeking a Mailroom Associate for a 7-week temporary assignment in Boston. This fully onsite role pays USD 18 per hour with a Monday–Friday schedule from 9:30 AM to 6:00 PM.

The ideal candidate is dependable, detail-oriented, and comfortable staying active in a fast-paced environment while handling mail, packages, and light administrative tasks.

Qualifications

• Previous office/administrative/mailroom experience required.
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Able to work independently in a fast-paced environment.
• Reliable with a strong work ethic and positive attitude.
• Basic computer proficiency.
• Excellent customer service and communication skills.
• Able to stand for most of the workday.
• Able to move throughout the building and handle package deliveries throughout the day.

Responsibilities

• Receive, sort, and organize incoming mail and packages.
• Deliver packages to departments and pickup locations throughout the facility.
• Assist with outgoing shipments and carrier pickups.
• Track package deliveries and maintain accurate records when needed.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and efficient mailroom environment.
• Communicate professionally with employees, visitors, and delivery vendors.
• Provide general administrative and office support as needed.
• Lift, carry, push, and pull packages up to 50 pounds on a regular basis.

Skills

Mailroom experience

Organizational skills

Attention to detail

Independent work

Customer service

Communication skills

Basic computer skills

Standing/walking

Lifting up to 50 pounds

Job description

Salary: USD18 - USD18 per hour

Boston based university seeking a Mailroom Associate for a 7-week temporary assignment with potential for extension. This fully onsite opportunity pays $18/hour and offers a Monday-Friday schedule from 9:30 AM to 6:00 PM. Ideal candidates are dependable, detail-oriented, and enjoy staying active in a fast-paced environment.

Job Responsibilities

• Receive, sort, and organize incoming mail and packages
• Deliver packages to departments and designated pickup locations throughout the facility
• Assist with outgoing shipments, including packaging and coordinating carrier pickups
• Track package deliveries and maintain accurate records when needed
• Maintain a clean, organized, and efficient mailroom environment
• Communicate professionally with employees, visitors, and delivery vendors
• Provide general administrative and office support as needed
• Lift, carry, push, and pull packages up to 50 pounds on a regular basis

Candidate Qualifications

• Previous office, administrative, mailroom, or related experience required
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail
• Comfortable working independently in a fast-paced environment
• Reliable with a strong work ethic and positive attitude
• Basic computer proficiency
• Excellent customer service and communication skills
• Ability to remain on your feet for most of the workday
• Comfortable moving throughout the building and handling package deliveries throughout the day