Delivery Worker

Delivery Worker

Job ID: 299606
Location: Statesboro, Georgia
Full/Part Time: Full Time
Regular/Temporary: Regular

About Us

Georgia Southern University is the state's largest and most comprehensive center of higher education south of Atlanta. With nearly 150 degree programs at the bachelor's, master's and doctoral levels, Georgia Southern has been designated a Carnegie Doctoral/R2 "high research" university and serves more than 29,500 students from all 50 states, Washington D.C., and Puerto Rico as well as 106 nations.

With three vibrant campuses - the Statesboro Campus, the Armstrong Campus in Savannah and the Liberty Campus in Hinesville - Georgia Southern offers a dynamic environment which encourages learning, discovery and personal growth. The University is accredited by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools and has earned special accreditation from professional and academic associations that set standards in their fields.

Georgia Southern is an influencer and intellectual catalyst in southeast Georgia, a rapidly expanding region that is home to international companies such as Hyundai, Gulfstream and JCB, as well as the Port of Savannah and Georgia Ports Authority. With a focus on hands-on learning, Georgia Southern is supporting the demand for highly skilled workers by providing academic excellence and creative innovation in a supportive student-centered environment that empowers the next generation of leaders to succeed.

Beyond an ideal location, there is a place for you to work in an exciting environment abounding with opportunities for personal and professional growth. Named one of the Best U.S. Colleges by The Wall Street Journal, Georgia Southern is nationally ranked for the caliber of its programs and services. Georgia Southern University has been recognized by Forbes as one of "America's Best-In-State Employers" for 2025.

Location

Statesboro Campus - Statesboro, GA

Department Information

Procurement & Logistical Services

Job Summary

Perform a wide variety of activities related to the processing, storage, distribution and transport of equipment and material.

Responsibilities

• Deliver equipment and material to campus department
• Deliver a wide variety of items to different locations throughout the University
• Follow routes and time schedule
• Load, unload, prepare, inspect and operate a delivery vehicle
• Complete work logs
• Operate delivery vehicles, forklifts and other warehouse equipment
• Utilize material handling equipment and/or physical hand load and unload material on delivery vehicle
• Manage accountability for all items loaded, delivered, signed for and returning delivery paperwork (signed and dated) to Central Receiving, Archiving and Records, and Property Control
• Develop and maintain open communication with departmental personnel to facilitate timely and efficient on campus delivery of equipment and material
• Regularly check warehouse vehicles for fluid levels, proper tire pressure and cleanliness; report potential safety issues or service needs
• Maintain clean and accident-free work space
• Obey and enforce safety standards, policies, and procedures
• Assist any staff member, faculty, student or visitor of Georgia Southern University, as appropriate

Required Qualifications

Educational Requirements

• High School Diploma or equivalent

Other Required Qualifications

• Forklift certified or obtain forklift certification within six (6) months of employment

Required Experience

• One (1) or more years of related work experience
• Experience in driving flatbed trucks

Preferred Qualifications

Preferred Educational Qualifications

• Associate's Degree

Preferred Experience

• Three (3) or more years of related work experience

Proposed Salary

$15.84 - $17.24 per hour

This is a non-exempt position paid on a biweekly basis.

Required Documents to Attach

• Resume
• Two (2) Professional References

Optional Documents to Attach

• Cover Letter

Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities

ABILITIES

• Consistently exhibit engaging customer service
• Ability to support various constituencies served by the University
• Proven proficiency with computers including Microsoft Office, Google, and/or applications as required for specific position
• Ability to operate forklift, service vehicle and 2.5 ton flatbed truck with hydraulic lift
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively

KNOWLEDGE

• Adhere to University policies and procedures to meet Institutional goals and support University's mission for student success

SKILLS

• Effective communication (verbal and written), organizational and human relations skills

Apply Before Date

Open Until Filled

Application review may begin as early as June 15, 2026.

Contact Information

For more information or questions about a job posting, please contact the Department of Human Resources by phone at (912) 478-6947 or by email at hrservice@georgiasouthern.edu.

For technical support, please call the USG Service Desk at (877) 251.2644, or email support@usg.edu.