TES - Mail Services Technician

Auburn University; Auburn (AL); On-site; USD 25,000 - 38,000; Full time

Job summary

Auburn University is seeking a temporary Mail Services Assistant to support campus-wide mail processing, sorting, and delivery. Under supervision, you will assist with mail handling, operate processing equipment, and help customers with mail-related needs on campus.

Responsibilities include route delivery, possible vehicle operation, and maintaining records. A high school diploma, 15+ pound lift capability, and a valid driver’s license are required; commitment to a diverse campus environment is

Qualifications

• Exposure to basic logistics and routing concepts.
• Strong customer service orientation.
• Proficiency with computers and common software.
• Commitment to an inclusive campus environment.
• Valid Driver's License required.

Responsibilities

• Assist in processing incoming and outgoing University mail by sorting various types of mail and operating mail processing equipment.
• Picks up and delivers mail on a prescribed campus route.
• May drive vehicles on delivery routes as needed.
• Assist students, faculty, or staff with mail-related needs and information.

Skills

Logistics basics

Customer service

Computer skills

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Overview

Under direct supervision, assists in providing timely and accurate Campus-wide mail services by accepting, sorting, processing, and delivering mail to serve the University’s students, employees, offices, and campus community.

Responsibilities

• Assist in processing incoming and outgoing University mail by sorting various types of mail, operating a postage meter and other mail processing equipment.
• Picks up and delivers mail along a prescribed route on the University campus.
• Drives vehicles on delivery and on routes as needed.
• Assists students, faculty, or staff with standard mail-related issues such as assigning mailboxes, keys, and cards, collecting and providing information, selling supplies, facilitating student package pickup, and answering common questions.
• Supports the recording of billing information to ensure the proper allocation of mail charges to departments.
• Completes administrative duties such as maintaining records and forms, labeling mail boxes, and completing documentation of activities.
• May pick up and deliver mail to the U.S. Postal Service.
• May perform other related duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent
• Ability to lift, carry, or move at least 15 pounds while performing job duties.
• Commitment to an inclusive and diverse campus environment
• Valid Driver's License

Minimum Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Basic understanding of logistics and routing.
• Working knowledge of best customer service practices.
• Ability to use a computer.

Why Work at Auburn?

Temporary Employment Services (TES), a unit of the Auburn University Department of Human Resources, is an in-house support center established to meet the temporary employment needs of the university. TES provides qualified and dedicated temporary employees in a wide variety of occupations to meet the staffing needs throughout the campus. Temporary employees are hired for a variety of reasons with the most common being:

• Assistance in the place of a regular employee who is absent for a specified period of time
• Additional assistance during periods of abnormal or peak workloads
• Assistance with special projects
• Seasonal work
• Emergencies

If you are looking for an employment opportunity, TES is a great way to showcase your professional skills and assist Auburn University while gaining valuable work experience within higher education.

AU students are not eligible for TES.

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