Mail and Material Handler I

The University of Southern California (USC) Department of Financial and Business Services (FBS) is seeking a Mail and Material Handler I to join its team!

About USC Mailing and Material Management

Mailing and Material Management is comprised of Mailing Services, Material Management, Mail Stop and Surplus Sales. These units provide the USC community of students, faculty, staff and affiliates with the pickup, delivery and processing of mail, materials, gas cylinders, freight shipments, overnight courier services, storage space, and the operation of two retail units.

Come and join the Mailing and Material Management team - a team that works as trusted partners, shaping an environment of innovation and excellence. Apply today!

Mail and Material Handler I:

Receives, sorts and processes of mail, packages and other items for university departments. Makes

deliveries and pick-ups, as required.

Job Accountabilities:

• Collects and delivers all classes of mail and other materials, including palletized goods, bulk or heavy items and crated materials. Makes deliveries and pick-ups, as required. Operates university vehicles for deliveries and pick-ups, as assigned.

• Sorts, researches and processes all mail, packages and other items.

• Documents delivery data in accordance with departmental procedures which include the use of electronic handhelds and computerized or automated tracking system.

• Operates computerized postage meter scales to determine appropriate postage.

• Processes UPS and FedEx and other shipments using software for online shipping.

• Maintains appropriate records regarding postage, parcels and mail requiring

• special handling.

• Verifies merchandise shipments received against purchase orders and/or packing slips. Checks merchandise for possible damage.

• Transfers materials from storage facility to ordering department and/or relocates materials within storage facility using hand truck, forklift or other material handling equipment.

• Operates material handling equipment such as pallet jacks and forklifts.

• Maintains inventory records and prices of goods, as necessary. Processes all forms of payment including checks and credit cards. Prepares paperwork for deposit.

• Performs other related duties as assigned or requested. The university reserves the right to add or change duties at any time.

Preferred Qualifications

• 6 - 12 months of related experience

• Mail handling/processing and/or material handling/processing

Minimum Qualifications:

• High school or equivalent; combined work experience and education as equivalent.

• 0 - 6 months of related experience.

• Prior customer service experience.

• Experience using desktop PC or laptop.

• Basic knowledge of Word and Excel.

• Valid CA driver's license required with a minimum of 2 years of driving experience. Position will be participating in the Department of Motor Vehicles (DMV) Pull Notice System. A copy of DMV record will be required as a final condition of employment. For more information, please visit the policy website.

• Drug screening required prior to employment and random tests thereafter.

Benefits:

We offer an excellent package of benefits and programs including, but not limited to:

• Tuition assistance for you and your family

• Comprehensive health, dental and vision insurance options

• 403b retirement account with matching 5% contribution by USC

• 50% subsidy off Metro, LADOT, and Metrolink passes

Hourly Range:

The hourly rate range for this position is $20.79 - $24.36. When extending an offer of employment, the University of Southern California considers factors such as (but not limited to) the scope and responsibilities of the position, the candidate's work experience, education/training, key skills, internal peer equity, federal, state, and local laws, contractual stipulations, grant funding, as well as external market and organizational considerations.