Materials Handler

Materials Handler

Posting Number - req26195

Department - Logistics

Location - Tucson Campus

Address - Tucson, AZ USA

Position Highlights - This position will be responsible for picking up surplus equipment/supplies from campus and returning them to the Paul & Alice Baker Distribution center. This position will also be responsible for organizing the surplus items and preparing them for sale at monthly auctions. They will also provide customer service to campus departments and the general public in the Surplus Storefront. Additionally, this role will work closely within a team environment to accomplish daily tasks. Visa sponsorship is not available for this position.

Outstanding U of A benefits include health, dental, and vision insurance plans; life insurance and disability programs; paid vacation, sick leave, and holidays; U of A/ASU/NAU tuition reduction for the employee and qualified family members; retirement plans; access to U of A recreation and cultural activities; and more! The University of Arizona has been recognized for our innovative work-life programs.

Duties & Responsibilities - Drive University stake bed trucks to campus to pick up surplus equipment/supplies. Using material handling tools like appliance dolly, pallet jack and forklift to name a few. Assists with organizing and setting up Auctions. Provide excellent customer service to campus and general public visiting the surplus storefront. Maintain a clean and safe working environment. Includes warehouse docks and vehicles. Physical Requirements: Requires heavy lifting, pulling, and pushing (up to 70 pounds). Employees work outdoors and may not be protected from weather conditions. Temperatures above 100 degrees for more than an hour. Includes a variety of physical conditions, such as proximity to moving mechanical parts, moving vehicles, electrical current, working on scaffolding and high places, or exposure to chemicals in a work setting.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities: Ability to lift, move, pull, and push items up to 70 lbs. Ability to operate warehouse equipment (e.g., forklifts, pallet jacks, etc.).

Minimum Qualifications - High school diploma or high school diploma equivalency is required. Prior work experience not required.

Preferred Qualifications

FLSA - Non-Exempt

Full Time/Part Time - Full Time

Number of Hours Worked per Week - 40

Job FTE - 1.0

Work Calendar - Fiscal

Job Category - Facilities, Grounds and Infrastructure

Benefits Eligible - Yes - Full Benefits

Rate of Pay - $16.50 - $18.75

Compensation Type - hourly rate

Grade - 2

Compensation Guidance - The Rate of Pay Field represents the University of Arizona's good faith and reasonable estimate of the range of possible compensation at the time of posting. The University considers several factors when extending an offer, including but not limited to, the role and associated responsibilities, a candidate's work experience, education/training, key skills, and internal equity. The Grade Range represents a full range of career compensation growth over time. The university offers compensation growth opportunities within its career architecture. To learn more about compensation, please review our Applicant Compensation Guide and our Total Rewards Calculator.

Career Stream and Level - OC1

Job Family - Skilled Crafts & Trades

Job Function - Facil, Grounds, & Infra

Type of criminal background check required: - Name-based criminal background check (non-security sensitive)

Number of Vacancies - 1

Target Hire Date - 6/22/2026

Contact Information for Candidates - Victor Flores, View email address on click.appcast.io

Open Date - 6/8/2026

Open Until Filled - Yes

Documents Needed to Apply - Resume and Cover Letter

Special Instructions to Applicant

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