Materials Handler I

UNIVERSITY OF ARIZONA; Tucson, Northern (AZ, KY); Hybrid; USD 47,279,000 - 53,726,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Tuition reduction

Retirement plans

Paid time off

Job summary

University of Arizona is seeking a Warehouse/Logistics Associate to support centralized receiving, distribution, and inventory control across campus locations in Tucson. This role collaborates with a team to process, transport, and stage materials, ensuring accurate documentation and on-time deliveries.

The position emphasizes safe operation of warehouse equipment, attention to detail, and customer service in a dynamic campus environment.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent is required.

Responsibilities

• Receive, inspect, and process incoming materials at Central Receiving and warehouse locations.
• Scan and document items using handheld bar-code scanners or tracking systems to ensure accurate inventory control and distribution records.
• Transport and distribute materials, supplies, packages, and campus mail to designated departments and offices.
• Operate university vehicles and material handling equipment safely and in compliance with campus policies.

Skills

Attention to detail

Teamwork

Safety guidelines

Education

High school diploma

Tools

Handheld scanners

Job description

Position Highlights

This position is part of the Logistics team within the Finance & Budget division and supports centralized receiving and distribution operations. The individual in this role is responsible for processing, transporting, and distributing materials, supplies, and packages from Central Receiving and the warehouse to designated campus locations. The position also assists with receiving functions at the warehouse, including scanning and documenting items using handheld tracking systems to ensure accurate inventory control. This role works collaboratively within a team environment to support daily operational needs.

When you join the Finance & Budget organization, you become part of a smart, driven team that thrives on solving complex challenges. We align our business practices with the university’s priorities and cultivate talented teams who find purpose in creating simpler, more effective systems that drive institutional success. Our focus is clear: developing our people, transforming our work, and elevating our role.

Visa sponsorship is not available for this position.

Outstanding U of A benefits include health, dental, and vision insurance plans; life insurance and disability programs; paid vacation, sick leave, and holidays; U of A/ASU/NAU tuition reduction for the employee and qualified family members; retirement plans; access to U of A recreation and cultural activities; and more!

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Duties & Responsibilities

Central Receiving & Materials Processing:

• Receive, inspect, and process incoming materials, supplies, and packages at Central Receiving and warehouse locations.


• Scan and document items using handheld bar-code scanners or tracking systems to ensure accurate inventory control and distribution records.


• Load, unload, move, and stage materials using appropriate material handling equipment (e.g., pallet jacks, carts, dollies).


• Organize and prepare materials for internal campus distribution in accordance with established operational procedures.


• Support efficient material flow and maintain orderly staging areas within the warehouse and receiving environment.

Campus Distribution & Delivery Operations:

• Transport and distribute materials, supplies, packages, and campus mail to designated departments and offices in accordance with established routes and schedules.


• Load and secure items in university vehicles to prevent damage during transport.


• Obtain delivery confirmations or signatures as required and maintain accurate distribution documentation.


• Provide professional and courteous customer service while coordinating deliveries with campus departments.

Warehouse & Operational Support:

• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe warehouse, dock, and vehicle environment in accordance with university safety standards.


• Operate university vehicles and material handling equipment safely and in compliance with campus policies and traffic regulations.


• Assist with general warehouse support tasks as needed to ensure smooth daily operations.

Physical Requirements:

• Ability to lift, move, pull, and push items at a max of 100 lbs. safely and consistently.


• Ability to operate basic warehouse and material handling equipment (e.g., pallet jacks, carts, dollies, forklifts) in a safe manner.


• Ability to use handheld scanners or tracking devices to accurately process and document materials.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Ability to follow established procedures, routes, and safety guidelines.


• Ability to work effectively as part of a team in a warehouse and distribution environment.


• Attention to detail to ensure accurate handling and delivery of materials and supplies.

This job posting reflects the general nature and level of work expected of the selected candidate(s). It is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all duties and responsibilities. The institution reserves the right to amend or update this description as organizational priorities and institutional needs evolve.

Minimum Qualifications

• High school diploma or high school diploma equivalency is required.

Preferred Qualifications

FLSA Non-Exempt

Full Time/Part Time Full Time

Number of Hours Worked per Week 40

Job FTE 1.0

Work Calendar Fiscal

Job Category Facilities, Grounds and Infrastructure

Benefits Eligible Yes - Full Benefits

Rate of Pay $16.50 - $18.75

Compensation Type hourly rate

Grade 2

Compensation Guidance The Rate of Pay Field represents the University of Arizona’s good faith and reasonable estimate of the range of possible compensation at the time of posting. The University considers several factors when extending an offer, including but not limited to, the role and associated responsibilities, a candidate’s work experience, education/training, key skills, and internal equity.
The Grade Range represent a full range of career compensation growth over time. The university offers compensation growth opportunities within its career architecture. To learn more about compensation, please review our Applicant Compensation Guide and our Total Rewards Calculator .

Career Stream and Level OC1

Job Family Skilled Crafts & Trades

Job Function Facil, Grounds, & Infra

Type of criminal background check required: Name-based criminal background check (non-security sensitive)

Number of Vacancies 1

Target Hire Date 10/12/2026

Expected End Date

Contact Information for Candidates Victor Flores,
[e-mail]

Open Date 9/3/2026

Open Until Filled Yes

Documents Needed to Apply Resume and Cover Letter

Special Instructions to Applicant

Notice of Availability of the Annual Security and Fire Safety Report In compliance with the Jeanne Clery Campus Safety Act (Clery Act), each year the University of Arizona releases an Annual Security Report (ASR) for each of the University’s campuses.Thesereports disclose information including Clery crime statistics for the previous three calendar years and policies, procedures, and programs the University uses to keep students and employees safe, including how to report crimes or other emergencies and resources for crime victims. As a campus with residential housing facilities, the Main Campus ASR also includes a combined Annual Fire Safety report with information on fire statistics and fire safety systems, policies, and procedures. Paper copies of the Reports can be obtained by contacting the University Compliance Office at [e-mail].