This position requires multi-functional tasks such as shipping and receiving, warehousing materials, storage, inventory of warehouse, issuing materials, billing procedures, expediting, maintaining records, and purchasing items for warehouse. Works with hazardous materials, operates a forklift, pallet jack and other equipment used in typical warehouse operations.

Inspects and receives incoming shipments of merchandise from a wide variety of businesses and trucking firms.

Issues receiving reports for items received, expedites delivery when needed, resolves discrepancies from shipments (overages, shortages, damaged, incorrect, etc).

Delivers materials and goods to all University departments.

Works and handles hazardous materials and must have specialized training for this position.

Communicates daily with faculty, staff, management, and vendors on a wide variety of issues concerning purchase orders, contracts, surplus, warehouse inventory, etc.

Stores goods received in appropriate places, issues goods from warehouse and receiving section and ensures proper paperwork is completed for each transaction.

Has a working knowledge of inventory rules and procedures to ensure all inventory items are tagged prior to delivery or issue.

Inputs data into the computer system.

Issues automated receiving reports and maintains stock levels in the warehouse.

Works with surplus on proper transfer of surplus items as required.

Handles billing for items issued from the warehouse as a part of the operation.

Prepares outgoing shipments of materials by various modes of transportation.

Operates a forklift (requires training and certification).

Ability to lift heavy boxes.

Operates a wide variety of equipment normally found in a large warehouse operation.

Performs inspections and preventative maintenance on trucks, forklift, and other mechanical equipment used in the warehouse operation.

Maintains a neat and safe environment inside the warehouse at all times.

Complies with all State and University policies.

Other duties may be assigned.

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

High school diploma or GED.

Two years of experience, related to the statement of duties and responsibilities; or equivalent combination of education and experience.

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Must have sufficient physical strength and agility to lift and move heavy objects.

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

In keeping with its Access and Excellence mission, The University of Texas at El Paso is committed to an open, diverse, and inclusive learning and working environment that honors the talents, respects the differences, and nurtures the growth and development of all. We seek to attract faculty and staff who share our commitment.

The University of Texas at El Paso is an Equal Opportunity / Affirmative Action Employer. The University does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, religion, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, or sexual orientation and gender in employment or the provision of services in accordance with state and federal law. Discrimination on the basis of sex includes an employee’s or prospective employee’s right to be free from sexual harassment under Title IX of the Higher Education Amendments of 1972.

For accommodation information for employees and applicants with disabilities, please contact UTEP's Equal Opportunity Office at eoaa@utep.edu.