Warehouse Worker, Distribution Services

Warehouse Worker, Distribution Services

Location: San Antonio, TX
Regular/Temporary: Regular
Job ID: 15138
Full/Part Time: Full Time

Position Information

The University of Texas at San Antonio (UT San Antonio) is a nationally recognized, top-tier public research university that unites the power of higher education, biomedical discovery and healthcare within one visionary institution. As the third-largest research university in Texas and a Carnegie R1-designated institution, UT San Antonio is a model of access and excellence — advancing knowledge, social mobility and public health across South Texas and beyond. UT San Antonio serves approximately 42,000 students in 320 academic programs spanning science, engineering, medicine, health, liberal arts, AI, cybersecurity, business, education and more. With 17,000 faculty and staff, UT San Antonio has also been recognized as a Top Employer in Texas by Forbes Magazine.

Salary Range: Up to $36,894 annualized, commensurate with education, experience, and qualifications.

Job Type: Full Time

Posting Close Date: Applications will be accepted through 11:59 PM CDT on the listed close date. At the discretion of the hiring department, this posting may close once a sufficient number of qualified applications have been received.

Required Application Materials:
Resume is required
Cover Letter is preferred

Job Details

Job Summary

The Warehouse Worker is responsible for performing stock-keeping and clerical work, receiving, storing, and issuing supplies in several warehouses or storerooms.

Core Responsibilities

1. Loads and unloads incoming/outgoing, storage, issuance, delivery, and inventory of supplies and equipment.
2. Receives, inspects, and delivers incoming freight, priority/ground shipments, and supplies; checks merchandise against vendor paperwork; processes outgoing priority/ground packages; operates all types of warehouse equipment; reports and handles problems of damaged items.
3. Performs clerical functions, including answering telephone inquiries; storing, maintaining, and retrieving records; creating and receiving reports; and maintaining records of inventory.
4. Loads and unloads items in an organized, clean, accurate, and damage-free manner.
5. Maintains a clean and safe work area at all times.
6. Takes a proactive approach to assist co-workers in loading and unloading, to ensure safety.
7. Performs work tasks in a safe manner and in accordance with work instructions.
8. Proactively makes recommendations to improve safety.
9. Completes work assignments in a timely manner, while utilizing equipment and teamwork effectively.
10. Promotes safety and environmental protection by immediately reporting unsafe situations, spills, and accidents; following University safety plans/procedures/protocols; and participating in appropriate safety training.
11. Performs other duties as assigned.

Required Qualifications

• High School Diploma.
• Three (3) years of related work experience.
• This position requires the ability to maintain the security and integrity of UT San Antonio and its infrastructure.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Freight Management
• Clerical Duties
• Organization and Cleanliness
• Warehouse Equipment
• Attention to Detail
• Freight Unloading and Loading
• Safety Protocols

Working Conditions

• Occasional exposure to hazards common in a warehouse including dust and fumes; outside weather conditions. Frequently transfers hazardous chemicals to the science building and labs.

Physical Demands

• Ability to exert up to 50 pounds to lift, carry, push, pull, or otherwise move objects. Ability to lift with or without accommodations. Repeated kneeling, stooping, walking, and sitting for extended periods of time.

This position will work primarily on campus. Travel and parking expenses are the employee's responsibility.

This position is contingent upon a successful background check. Verification of a valid driver's license and Motor Vehicle Record (MVR) may be completed as applicable. Applicants selected must be able to show proof of eligibility to work in the United States by time of hire.