Materials Transfer Driver

State of Minnesota; Saint Paul (MN); On-site; USD 51,000 - 58,000; Full time

Job summary

State of Minnesota is hiring a Materials Transfer Driver in the Facilities Management Division. The role involves driving a state vehicle to collect and deliver mail across agencies, the legislature, and the public.

When not driving, you will work in the central mail hub operating postal machinery and processing USPS mail. Minimum qualifications include a Minnesota CDL and experience with large box vans, as well as basic computer skills and data entry.

Qualifications

• Must possess a valid Minnesota Class C Driver's License (CDL) and acceptable driving record.
• Experience operating a large box van and using motorized vehicle tailgates under various weather conditions.
• Basic computer skills- email, word processing, and spreadsheets.
• Data entry and management skills sufficient to log and retrieve inventory specifications.
• Customer services skills sufficient to develop effective working relationships.
• Ability to operate mailing equipment.
• Ability to maintain records and manuals.

Responsibilities

• Spend roughly 60% of the day on the road driving a state vehicle to collect and deliver mail across participating state agencies, the legislature, and the general public.
• When not driving, work in the central mail hub operating postal machinery and sorting outbound USPS mail.

Skills

Valid Minnesota CDL

Experience with large box van

Basic computer skills

Data entry / inventory logging

Customer service

Operate mailing equipment

Records and manuals maintenance

Tools

Mail inserting machines

Electric pallet jacks

Job description

Working Title: Materials Transfer Driver

Job Class: Materials Transfer Driver

Agency: Administration Dept

• Job ID : 96210

• Location : St. Paul

• Telework Eligible : No

• Full/Part Time : Full-Time

• Regular/Temporary : Unlimited

• Who May Apply : Open to all qualified job seekers

• Date Posted : 08/22/2026

• Closing Date : 9/16/2026

• Hiring Agency/Seniority Unit : Administration Dept / Administration-AFSCME

• Division/Unit : Central Mail

• Work Shift/Work Hours : Day Shift 7:30 am-4pm

• Days of Work : Monday - Friday

• Travel Required : Yes, 60%

• Salary Range: $24.49 - $28.01 / hourly; $51,135 - $58,484 / annually

• Classified Status : Classified

• Bargaining Unit/Union : 203 - Service/AFSCME

• Work Area : Central Mail

• FLSA Status : Nonexempt

• Designated in Connect 700 Program for Applicants with Disabilities (https://mn.gov/mmb/careers/diverse-workforce/people-with-disabilities/connect700/) : Yes

The work you'll do is more than just a job.

At the State of Minnesota, employees play a critical role in developing policies, providing essential services, and working to improve the well-being and quality of life for all Minnesotans. The State of Minnesota is committed to equity and inclusion, and invests in employees by providing benefits, support resources, and training and development opportunities.

Join our team as a Materials Transfer Driver with the Facilities Management Division (FMD)! In this position, you will serve as a vital link for state government operations. You will spend roughly 60% of your day on the road, safely driving a state vehicle to collect and deliver mail across participating state agencies, the legislature, and the general public. When you are not driving, you will work in our high-energy central mail hub. There, you will operate postal machinery, sort and process outbound USPS mail.

Minimum Qualifications

• Must possess a valid Minnesota Class C Driver's License (CDL) and acceptable driving record.

• Experience operating a large box van and using motorized vehicle tailgates under various weather conditions.

• Basic computer skills- email, word processing, and spreadsheets.

• Data entry and management skills sufficient to log and retrieve inventory specifications.

• Customer services skills sufficient to develop effective working relationships.

• Ability to operate mailing equipment.

• Ability to maintain records and manuals.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience operating and maintaining mail inserting machines.

• Knowledge of postal regulations, discount postal prices, required paperwork or data files to ensure mail acceptance by the USPS.

• Experience operating electric warehouse equipment such as electric pallet jacks and small electric tools.

Physical Requirements

Successful applicant must pass a criminal background check through American Databank, employment reference checks, a pre-employment physical (CRT test requirement minimum is medium-heavy ex. Able to lift 31-45 lbs. frequently 100-300 reps per hour), a DOT drug screen, and a driver’s license check.

Additional Requirements

Successful applicant must pass a criminal background check through American Databank, employment reference checks, a DOT drug screen, and a driver’s license check. A criminal history does not automatically disqualify an applicant, and each case will be reviewed individually in alignment with fair hiring processes.

AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

Minnesota State Colleges and Universities is an Equal Opportunity employer/educator committed to the principles of diversity. We prohibit discrimination against qualified individuals based on their race, sex, color, creed, religion, age, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, marital status, status with regard to public assistance, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, or membership in a local commission as defined by law. As an affirmative action employer, we actively seek and encourage applications from women, minorities, persons with disabilities, and individuals with protected veteran status.

Reasonable accommodations will be made to all qualified applicants with disabilities. If you are an individual with a disability who needs assistance or cannot access the online job application system, please contact the job information line at 651-259-3637 or email [e-mail] . Please indicate what assistance is needed.