Trucking Services Assistant

Hampton University; Hampton (VA); On-site; USD 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

Hampton University is seeking a Trucking Services Assistant in Hampton, VA. This role includes delivering and setting up furniture, loading and unloading equipment, and transporting items efficiently. The ideal candidate should possess effective communication skills and organizational capabilities, have a high school diploma, and maintain a valid driver’s license. Some travel and physical labor are required. This position is crucial for ensuring that deliveries and other logistical needs are met within the University.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Must have a driver's license with an acceptable driving record.
• Able to lift heavy objects throughout the day, up to 50 pounds.

Responsibilities

• Deliver and set up furniture as required or requested.
• Loading and unloading furniture from moving trucks.
• Move distinct types of equipment and deliver packages.
• May travel with sports teams to deliver equipment.
• Responsible for other duties as assigned.

Skills

Effective communication skills

Organizational capabilities

Problem-solving ability

Basic furniture assembly skills

Meticulousness in packing and loading

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Driver's license

Job description

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Location

200 William R. Harvey Way, Hampton, VA 23668

Responsible for ensuring that the University’s deliveries, furniture removals, assembly of furniture, and placement of goods and services are completed daily.

Examples of Duties

• Deliver and set up furniture as required or requested
• Loading and unloading furniture from moving trucks and ensuring all items are moved undamaged
• Move distinct types of equipment
• Deliver student and departmental packages
• May be utilized to travel with the football and basketball teams to deliver playing equipment
• Responsible for other duties as assigned

Typical Qualifications

• Effective communication skills when interacting with students, vendors, and fellow employees
• Organizational capabilities
• The ability to solve problems on the spot
• Basic knowledge of furniture assembly and disassembly
• Meticulousness skills when packing and loading for safe transportation

Supplemental Information

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Driver’s license with an acceptable driving record
• Able to lift heavy objects throughout the day, up to 50 pounds
• Professional attitude
• Some night weekend and overnight travel may be required