Materials Management Specialist

Texas Health and Human Services; Lubbock (TX); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking organization dedicated to making a positive impact in the lives of Texans. As a Materials Management Specialist, you'll play a crucial role in ensuring efficient logistics, from driving agency vehicles to delivering essential supplies. This position offers a dynamic work environment where your contributions truly matter. With a comprehensive benefits package, including fully paid health insurance for full-time employees, and opportunities for career advancement, this role is perfect for those looking to make a difference while growing their career. If you're ready to take on new challenges and be part of a dedicated team, this is the opportunity for you.

Benefits

100% paid employee health insurance

Defined benefit pension plan

Generous time off benefits

Career advancement opportunities

Qualifications

• Valid Class C Texas Driver’s License is required.
• Preferred experience in shipping, receiving, and operating warehouse equipment.

Responsibilities

• Drive state agency trucks for delivery and pickup of large items.
• Perform shipping and receiving duties in the warehouse and mailroom.
• Assemble and install furniture and equipment for HHS customers.

Skills

Motor vehicle operations

Basic maintenance skills

Effective communication

Time management

Education

High School diploma or GED

Tools

Warehouse equipment

Job description

Join the Texas Health and Human Services Commission (HHSC) and be part of a team committed to creating a positive impact in the lives of fellow Texans. At HHSC, your contributions matter, and we support you at each stage of your life and work journey. Our comprehensive benefits package includes 100% paid employee health insurance for full-time eligible employees, a defined benefit pension plan, generous time off benefits, numerous opportunities for career advancement and more.

Functional Title: Materials Management Specialist

Job Title: Vehicle Driver III

Agency: Health & Human Services Comm

Department: Region 1 Administration

Posting Number: 3824

Closing Date: 03/18/2025

Posting Audience: Internal and External

Occupational Category: Business and Financial Operations

Salary Group: TEXAS-A-13

Salary Range: $2,953.25 - $3,659.50

Shift: Day

Travel: Up to 60%

Regular/Temporary: Regular

Full Time/Part Time: Full time

FLSA Exempt/Non-Exempt: Nonexempt

Job Description:

The Materials Management Specialist reports to the Regional Business Services Manager (BSM) in each region within Regional Administrative Services (RAS). Responsibilities include assembly, repair, delivery/pick-up, and installation of equipment, furniture, and other business supplies. Receives, signs for, and inspects packages received in the mail room or warehouse and delivers to appropriate personnel at HHS offices throughout the region. Drives and inspects vehicles, maintains agency vehicle maintenance logs, ensures proper maintenance and operating condition, and performs minor vehicle repairs. Orders and maintains adequate inventory of supplies needed for mail and copy services. Performs warehouse duties including tracking inventory and surplus state property; operates motorized equipment for moving and storing warehouse items. Assists with office moves, completes minor building repairs and routine maintenance, and oversees activities of contractors and vendors for moves and modular furniture installation.

Essential Job Functions:

1. Attends work on a regular and predictable schedule in accordance with agency leave policy.
2. Responsible for driving state agency trucks and cargo vans to deliver and pickup large items such as furniture and IT equipment while ensuring safe and efficient loading, unloading, and delivery of cargo.
3. Performs shipping and receiving duties in the warehouse and regional mailroom, including physical receipt and inspection of packages delivered.
4. Performs standard warehouse duties including the safe and efficient storage and inventory of materials, equipment, and supplies.
5. Assembles and installs furniture and equipment ordered by and delivered to HHS customers.
6. Functions as a member of the Regional Disaster Deployment Team in delivering and setting up emergency equipment to disaster areas.

Registrations, Licensure Requirements or Certifications: Valid Class C Texas Driver’s License.

Knowledge Skills and Abilities:

• Knowledge of motor vehicle operations and basic maintenance.
• Knowledge of State and Federal traffic rules and regulations.
• Skill in managing multiple priorities.
• Ability to communicate effectively orally and in writing.
• Ability to travel locally and across the state which can include overnight stays.

Initial Screening Criteria: High School diploma or GED is required. Preferred experience in shipping, receiving, and operating warehouse equipment.

Additional Information: May assist with emergency/disaster situations throughout the state. Applicants who are not current or former Health and Human Services Commission employees will be offered a salary of $2703.25.

ADA Accommodations: In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), HHSC will provide reasonable accommodation during the hiring and selection process for qualified individuals with a disability.