Loads and unloads heavy equipment, supplies, and furniture by physically lifting items or operating a hand truck, forklift or pallet jack

Moves items to and from storerooms and/or warehouses; maintains storage areas; tracks and records package movement

Assists truck drivers and motor vehicle operators in picking up and delivering items. May drive delivery vehicles.

Moves heavy furniture, office equipment, and records

Cleans buildings and facilities, which includes but is not limited to: vacuuming, mopping, and waxing floors; emptying trash receptacles; washing lavatories and fixtures within; dusting and polishing wood and metal fixtures

Learn more:

• Our benefits, where we prioritize your well-being and success to enhance every aspect of your life.
• Being a part of the University at Buffalo community.

University at Buffalo is an affirmative action/equal opportunity employer and, in keeping with our commitment, welcomes all to apply including veterans and individuals with disabilities.

Minimum Qualifications

• Labor Class: There are no education or experience qualifications for this class.
• Applicants must be physically able to perform the tasks of the position and be able to understand and carry out written or oral instructions.
• When required to operate motor vehicles, incumbents must possess a valid Class D NYS driver's license.
• Applicants must be authorized to work in the United States by their start date. The University at Buffalo does not guarantee that it will sponsor, support, or otherwise assist with obtaining work authorization.

Preferred Qualifications

• Ability to operate a forklift, or other motorized equipment as needed.
• Experience using e-mail and other computer programs.

Physical Demands
Must be able to perform all the job functions listed within the position summary.

Bending, twisting, carrying, ascend/descent ladders, access equipment located on mezzanines, catwalks, basements and crawlspaces. Ability to work off ladders, scaffolding, in confined spaces and/or where air monitoring may be required. Work in loud/noisy dusty/dirty environments. Work with or around high-pressure steam, high-voltage electrical systems and rotating equipment. Candidate must be able to stand, walk, transport, reach, push and pulling of material and equipment.

Salary Range
$36,232

Special Instructions Summary


Is a background check required for this posting?
Yes

Contact Information

Contact's Name: Mike Manfredo
Contact's Pronouns:
Contact's Title: Warehouse Operations Manager
Contact's Email: mmanfred@buffalo.edu
Contact's Phone: 716-645-2364

Posting Dates

Posted: 08/05/2026
Deadline for Applicants: 08/19/2026
Date to be filled:

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Loads and unloads heavy equipment, supplies, and furniture by physically lifting items or operating a hand truck, forklift or pallet jack

Moves items to and from storerooms and/or warehouses; maintains storage areas; tracks and records package movement

Assists truck drivers and motor vehicle operators in picking up and delivering items. May drive delivery vehicles.

Moves heavy furniture, office equipment, and records

Cleans buildings and facilities, which includes but is not limited to: vacuuming, mopping, and waxing floors; emptying trash receptacles; washing lavatories and fixtures within; dusting and polishing wood and metal fixtures

Learn more:

• Our benefits, where we prioritize your well-being and success to enhance every aspect of your life.
• Being a part of the University at Buffalo community.

University at Buffalo is an affirmative action/equal opportunity employer and, in keeping with our commitment, welcomes all to apply including veterans and individuals with disabilities.

Minimum Qualifications

• Labor Class: There are no education or experience qualifications for this class.
• Applicants must be physically able to perform the tasks of the position and be able to understand and carry out written or oral instructions.
• When required to operate motor vehicles, incumbents must possess a valid Class D NYS driver's license.
• Applicants must be authorized to work in the United States by their start date. The University at Buffalo does not guarantee that it will sponsor, support, or otherwise assist with obtaining work authorization.

Preferred Qualifications

• Ability to operate a forklift, or other motorized equipment as needed.
• Experience using e-mail and other computer programs.

Physical Demands
Must be able to perform all the job functions listed within the position summary.

Bending, twisting, carrying, ascend/descent ladders, access equipment located on mezzanines, catwalks, basements and crawlspaces. Ability to work off ladders, scaffolding, in confined spaces and/or where air monitoring may be required. Work in loud/noisy dusty/dirty environments. Work with or around high-pressure steam, high-voltage electrical systems and rotating equipment. Candidate must be able to stand, walk, transport, reach, push and pulling of material and equipment.

Salary Range
$36,232

Special Instructions Summary


Is a background check required for this posting?
Yes

Contact Information

Contact's Name: Mike Manfredo
Contact's Pronouns:
Contact's Title: Warehouse Operations Manager
Contact's Email: mmanfred@buffalo.edu
Contact's Phone: 716-645-2364

Posting Dates

Posted: 08/05/2026
Deadline for Applicants: 08/19/2026
Date to be filled:

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