Essential Functions: 45% Provides transportation for mail and packages from off campus areas and delivers sorted mail, freight or packages to appropriate campus locations. Provides special delivery services for packages, processes return receipts for deliveries, obtains signatures as necessary, and follows specific delivery instructions given by university personnel. 20% Performs other daily services such as OfficeMax, ChemStores, Book Deliveries, Office Supplies and UPS/FedEx deliveries. Picks up and delivers all chemicals on campus. Operates forklift, box truck with lift gate, and van. 10% Establishes daily delivery schedules while sorting, labeling, and organizing items to be delivered. Develops and coordinates a delivery plan for mail and/or completed jobs from various departments. 15% Operates transportation vehicles and delivery equipment while maintaining an orderly work environment. Loads and unloads material on or off pallets, skids or lifting device on to a vehicle. 5% Verifies and signs for mail, postal packages, and other delivered items. Responds to phone calls, inquiries, and requests for delivery services while waiting on walk-in customers. Provides instructions and assistance to other employees and performs problem solving techniques as necessary. 5% Prepares special deliveries by weighing and recording items, processing mailings, tying/bundling packages and mail, and processing deliveries. Assists in transporting money deposits and cash transactions when necessary. Additional Position Information: Licenses/Certifications/Requirements: Valid Driver's License. Experience: Requires a minimum of six months experience and/or on the job training in delivery services. Strong communication skills and a general knowledge of postal/delivery procedures required. Some experience delivering heavy materials and supplies preferred. Ability to operate forklift, box truck with lift gate and van. Strong customer service and problem-solving skills required. Basic computer skills including word processing, spreadsheets, and related software packages are required. Knowledge of the campus layout and department locations preferred. Education: Requires high school diploma or GED. Leadership: Responsible for directing and monitoring the work of student and/or temporary workers. Physical Requirements: Moderate physical effort required involving long periods of standing, walking on rough surfaces, bending and/or stooping; periodic lifting of moderately heavy items (over 50lbs. -- 75 lbs.). Working Conditions: Occasional minor discomforts from exposure to less-than-optimal temperatures and air conditions. May involve occasional exposure to dust, fumes, or outside weather conditions, and/or frequent driving of a vehicle (50% or more of the time). Application instructions: In order to be considered for this position, please complete the online application and attach your resume. Compensation: Hourly wage is $15.30. This is a Union position with a salary Grade of SBU-108. Salary determination is subject to the SBU Collective Bargaining Agreement. Application Deadline: For best consideration, apply by September 4, 2026. Applications will continue to be accepted until the position is filled. FLSA Status (exempt/nonexempt): United States of America (Non-Exempt) Union Affiliation (if applicable): Staff Bargaining Unit For assistance with your application or attachments, please contact the Human Resources representative listed: Cindy Harm Email: [email protected] ________________________________________________________________________ Background Check Statement The University of Akron is committed to providing a safe environment for all students and employees. The University endeavors to protect the health, welfare and safety of all students, employees and visitors on our campus. As such, all offers of employment with The University of Akron are contingent upon verification of credentials, and satisfactory completion of a criminal background check. Some positions may require additional credit investigation and a pre-employment driving record search. Non-Discrimination Statement The University of Akron is an Equal Education and Employment Institution. View our Non-Discrimination Statement for more information. Equal Opportunity Employer, including disability/veterans. State of Residence Statement It is the expectation of the University of Akron that all work performed as an employee of the University will be performed in Ohio. The University of Akron empowers our people to flourish by delivering an applied and community-connected educational experience and cultivating research excellence. Leveraging our passion and expertise, we create innovative academic opportunities, support the well-being of our students and employees, and prioritize community embeddedness and engagement to impact lives through transformative experience. Through this focus, UA aspires to be the leader in community-focused higher education. The University of Akron is a lifelong learning partner, recognizing and valuing diverse learning experiences and combining traditional classroom experiences with innovative and robust approaches. As Zips, we prioritize the well-being of our students and employees, cultivate a culture and community where all can flourish, and act as responsible stewards of our resources and infrastructure by leveraging data to differentiate our processes and systems. We leverage our urban campus as a responsive and reliable partner to identify and meet the needs of the region. We intentionally contribute to economic and workforce development and civic life through research, innovation and engagement to provide community-embedded experiential learning opportunities that will enhance the UA experience for all students. We welcome candidates who are passionate about shaping and inspiring the next generation of thinkers, experts, artists and leaders. For more information about The University of Akron or the Akron community please visit our About UA page. The University of Akron offers a competitive total compensation package comprised of a competitive salary and comprehensive benefits for eligible employees including medical, dental, vision, short and long-term disability, life insurance, and paid leave of absences including time off for illness, vacation, and maternity or paternity leave. In addition, eligible employees and their dependents are provided tuition remission. All staff and eligible non-bargaining unit faculty have the option to request a Flexible Work Arrangement (FWA). The University of Akron participates in state retirement systems and offers alternative retirement options with competitive employer contributions. Optional investment opportunities are available including deferred compensation programs (403(b) and 457(b)). Please visit our benefits home page for more information.

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