Shipping Associate

ABM industries; Cambridge (MA); On-site; USD 36,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

ABM Industries is seeking an on-site Mail/Shipping Clerk in Cambridge, MA. The role involves delivering mail, packages, and stationery between locations per daily schedules, ensuring same-day delivery when possible and maintaining accurate shipping records.

You will handle postage, basic inventory, and customer interactions, with opportunities to learn regulatory requirements and operate office transport tasks. A valid driver's license and 50 lbs lifting capability are required.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or GED equivalent required and a minimum of 1 - 2 years of related work experience in warehouse, shipping and receiving.
• Ability to comprehend and interpret instructions, short correspondence, and memos and ask clarifying questions to ensure understanding. Ability to write routine reports and correspondence.
• Able to obtain IATA/49 CFR Dangerous Goods Certification within 30 Days of Hire - Company Paid
• Ability to respond to common inquiries or complaints from clients, co-workers, and/or supervisor. Ability to effectively present information to an internal department and/or large groups of employees.
• Comfortable meeting and engaging with new people.
• Warm and engaging demeanor. Ability to assess circumstances, empathize and offer help.
• Requires basic knowledge of financial terms and principles. Ability to calculate simple figures such as percentages.
• Ability to understand and carry out general instructions in standard situations. Ability to solve problems in standard situations. Requires basic analytical skills.
• Physical ability to assist with warehouse operations. Able to lift 50 lbs.
• Valid driver's license of type/class required to align with applicable regulations.
• Verifiable good driving record.

Responsibilities

• Deliver mail, packages, copy products and stationery to assigned group/location per daily schedule.
• Ensure that all packages received/delivered are shipped and/or delivered same day, or alternatively consignee with be advised of next day delivery.
• Check daily and replenish, if necessary, all mail and postage supplies.
• Audit delivered items with delivery invoices. Approve or reject deliveries based on inspections.
• Ensure all shipped packages are adequately protected against damage.
• Process shipment request with vendor, advising package owner of arrangements.
• Apply appropriate postage amounts and required identification to outgoing mail and packages.
• May perform other duties to include but not limited to answer telephones in a professional manner, direct calls, and take messages.
• Drive automobile to transport materials for office personnel between locations.
• Read and understand materials, such as IATA/49CFR regulations and packaging instructions for shipping out dangerous goods.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Skills

Interpretation

Written communication

Interpersonal skills

Analytical skills

Basic math

Education

High School diploma or GED

Tools

Microsoft Office

Handheld mobile devices

Business applications

Job description

Pay: $27.49/hr

The pay listed is the hourly range or the hourly rate for this position. A specific offer will vary based on applicant's experience, skills, abilities, geographic location, and alignment with market data.

Benefit Information: ABM offers a comprehensive benefits package. For information about ABM's benefits, visit ABM Employee Benefits | Front Line Team Members

Responsibilities

• Deliver mail, packages, copy products and stationery to assigned group/location per daily schedule.
• Ensure that all packages received/delivered are shipped and/or delivered same day, or alternatively consignee with be advised of next day delivery.
• Check daily and replenish, if necessary, all mail and postage supplies.
• Audit delivered items with delivery invoices. Approve or reject deliveries based on inspections.
• Ensure all shipped packages are adequately protected against damage.
• Process shipment request with vendor, advising package owner of arrangements.
• Apply appropriate postage amounts and required identification to outgoing mail and packages.
• May perform other duties to include but not limited to answer telephones in a professional manner, direct calls, and take messages.
• Drive automobile to transport materials for office personnel between locations.
• Read and understand materials, such as IATA/49CFR regulations and packaging instructions for shipping out dangerous goods.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or GED equivalent required and a minimum of 1 - 2 years of related work experience in warehouse, shipping and receiving.
• Ability to comprehend and interpret instructions, short correspondence, and memos and ask clarifying questions to ensure understanding. Ability to write routine reports and correspondence.
• Able to obtain IATA/49 CFR Dangerous Goods Certification within 30 Days of Hire - Company Paid
• Ability to respond to common inquiries or complaints from clients, co-workers, and/or supervisor. Ability to effectively present information to an internal department and/or large groups of employees.
• Comfortable meeting and engaging with new people.
• Warm and engaging demeanor. Ability to assess circumstances, empathize and offer help.
• Requires basic knowledge of financial terms and principles. Ability to calculate simple figures such as percentages.
• Ability to understand and carry out general instructions in standard situations. Ability to solve problems in standard situations. Requires basic analytical skills.
• Intermediate skills with Microsoft Office Suite, handheld mobile technologies, and applications.
• Ability to use computer system to record materials received and shipped.
• Physical ability to assist with warehouse operations. Able to lift 50 lbs.
• Valid driver's license of type/class required to align with applicable regulations.
• Verifiable good driving record.