Full Time Temporary Central Receiving Utility Worker

The ETSU Business and Finance, Office of Central Receiving invites applications for a temporary Central Receiving Utility Worker.

Employees in this class are under general supervision.

This position operates trucks and vans to safely transport materials, equipment, and other items to and from designated locations. Ensures vehicles are properly loaded and secured, inspects assigned equipment for mechanical issues, and coordinates necessary repairs or corrections to maintain safe and reliable operation. Performs other duties as assigned.

This is a full-time, temporary position, working 7.5 hours a day.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Knowledge of practices and procedures involved in the use of assigned vehicles.

• Knowledge of state and local traffic regulations.

• Knowledge of the care and use of equipment.

• Knowledge of occupational hazards and safety precautions.

• Ability to operate assigned vehicles on campus as well as in regular highway usage.

• Ability to understand and follow written and oral instructions.

• Ability to perform heavy manual labor for extended periods under unfavorable climactic conditions.

• Ability to establish and maintain an effective working relationship with the public and other employees.

Required Qualifications

• Successful completion of the tenth (10th) grade.

• Experience in operating a truck and/or van.

• Possession of a valid Tennessee operator license as issues by the Tennessee ETSU Police Department.

Applicants possessing these qualifications have a good probability for success in this class. However, applicants not possessing these qualifications should apply if they believe their training and experience will enable them to perform the work successfully.

Compensation & Benefits

• Hourly Rate: $17.00

Application Instructions

Non-exempt positions are required to be posted for a minimum of five (5) calendar days. The closing date for this posting is subject to change without notice to applicants.

Position is contingent upon available funding.

University Overview

East Tennessee State University (ETSU) is an institution with over 14,000 diverse students highly ranked graduate and undergraduate programs. Located in the Southern Appalachian Mountains of Northeast Tennessee, ETSU serves as a hub for community, discovery, and service. Aligned with the institution’s mission, we value efforts to engage in teaching, scholarship, creative activities, and service that involve community partners and address significant societal needs in our region and beyond. Recognized in 2024 as a Great College to Work For , recent strategic initiatives prioritize the institution’s focus on community engagement.

ETSU is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Disclaimer Statement:

The Job Summary is intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by individuals in this classification. It is not intended to be a complete list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required. Management reserves the right to revise the job or require different tasks to be performed as assigned to reflect changes in the position. Employee must be able to perform the essential functions of the position satisfactorily with or without reasonable accommodations.