The CSU system provides a comprehensive benefit package that includes medical, dental and vision plans, membership in the California Public Employees Retirement System (CalPERS), sick and vacation time, and 15 paid holidays a year. Eligible employees are also able to participate in the fee waiver education program. A summary of benefit information can be found here.
Job Summary
Under general supervision, the Shipping & Receiving Assistant performs work involving the purchase, receipt, checking, storage, inventory, issue, and delivery of materials, equipment, and supplies; uses powered or non-powered materials handling equipment and delivery trucks; and prepares and/or files forms associated with receipt, purchasing, and delivery of goods. Confirms and documents that service orders are completed. This role emphasizes managing a high-pressure, high-volume of material and service orders, with a focus on meticulous documentation, superior customer service, and strong technical skills.
Key Qualifications
- Working knowledge of methods, practices, and equipment used in purchasing, receiving, storing, packing, and shipping materials and supplies.
- General knowledge of methods of taking inventories and maintaining inventory records
- Match names and numbers quickly and accurately.
- Keep records and make reports.
- Read and write at a level appropriate to the position.
- Make arithmetic computations.
- Operate powered materials handling equipment.
- Apply safe methods of moving heavy supplies and equipment.
- Perform manual labor.
- Ability to establish and maintain cooperative working relationships and promote a positive, service-oriented, collegial work environment with a variety of individuals.
- Effectively organize and manage multiple tasks in a fast-paced team-oriented environment.
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Education and Experience
- One year of experience assisting in the receipt, storage, or issuance of materials from a centralized stockroom or warehouse, including some experience in the operation of forklift, trucks or similar power-operated materials handling equipment.
- High School diploma or equivalent.
Preferred Qualifications
- Ability to work with a department CMMS database.
Department Summary
Fresno State Facilities Management is committed to providing a safe, efficient, and sustainable environment that supports the operational needs of our campus community.
Deadline & Application Instructions
Applications received by August 10, 2026 will be given full consideration by the search committee.
- Applications received after that date will be forwarded at the request of the Hiring Manager and/or search committee.
Please click “Apply Now” to complete the employment application for California State University, Fresno. Interested applicants must complete the application and attach the following: 1) their most recent resumé/vitae, 2) a cover letter that addresses their specific qualifications and interest, and 3) contact information for three professional references.