Materials Handler II (OPEN TO CURENT CSM EMPLOYEES ONLY)

MINES IS PROUD TO OFFER EXCELLENT BENEFITS TO ATTRACT AND RETAIN EXTRAORDINARY TALENT. OUR PERKS INCLUDE:

• Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
• Generous vacation and sick leave plus 13 paid holidays
• State pension plan (PERA)
• Parental Leave
• Reduced cost tuition for employee and family members
• Life and Disability Insurance
• Professional growth and training opportunities
• Access to technology and equipment
• Colorado State Employee Assistance Program
• Access to a world-class recreation center
• Interaction with an international population and cultural events

Join our Distribution Services team and play a critical role in keeping campus operations running smoothly. As a Materials Handler II, you will serve as a lead team member responsible for receiving, tracking, sorting, and delivering packages, freight, and mail across campus. This position combines hands-on warehouse and delivery work with leadership responsibilities, customer service, and operational coordination.

The ideal candidate is organized, dependable, customer-focused, and comfortable working in a physically active environment while helping guide daily team operations.

What You'll Do

Receiving & Distribution Operations

• Receive, unload, inspect, and organize incoming freight and shipments.
• Operate a forklift and other equipment to safely move materials.
• Verify shipments, identify damaged freight, and coordinate issue resolution with vendors and carriers.
• Utilize package tracking systems, including QTrak, to ensure accurate receiving and delivery records.
• Route and deliver packages, freight, and time-sensitive materials throughout campus.
• Maintain organized staging and delivery processes to maximize efficiency and service levels.

Team Leadership & Daily Operations

• Serve as a lead team member within Distribution Services.
• Assist with coordinating daily assignments and ensuring work is completed accurately and on time.
• Provide coverage for the supervisor when needed.
• Help manage package-tracking workflows and customer inquiries.
• Support staffing adjustments during absences or high-volume periods.
• Report operational concerns and assist in maintaining workflow continuity.

Mail Services

• Receive, sort, and distribute incoming USPS and interdepartmental mail.
• Assist with outgoing mail processing, including special services such as certified, insured, and registered mail.
• Stay informed of USPS regulations and mailing requirements.
• Transport mail between campus and local postal facilities as needed.

Training & Customer Support

• Train and mentor new employees and student workers.
• Provide guidance on delivery routes, receiving procedures, and package tracking systems.
• Deliver outstanding customer service to campus departments and stakeholders.
• Research and resolve delivery issues involving incomplete addresses, missing information, or special handling requirements.

Facility & Equipment Management

• Prepare delivery vehicles and equipment for daily operations.
• Monitor vehicle conditions and coordinate maintenance requests when necessary.
• Maintain warehouse security and cleanliness standards.
• Assist with seasonal and weather-related operational needs, including clearing loading areas when required.

Key Skills for Success

Technical Skills

• Forklift operation
• Shipping and receiving processes
• Package tracking systems
• Mail and freight logistics
• Inventory and delivery coordination

Professional Skills

• Time management
• Attention to detail
• Professional communication
• Accountability
• Problem solving
• Customer service excellence

Why Join Our Team?

• Be part of a mission-driven organization supporting the entire campus community.
• Enjoy a consistent daytime schedule with no overnight shifts.
• Work in a collaborative environment where your contributions are visible and valued.
• Build leadership, logistics, and operations experience while mentoring others.
• Take on a dynamic role that combines physical activity, customer interaction, and problem-solving every day.

If you are dependable, organized, and enjoy delivering excellent service while working in a fast-paced environment, we encourage you to apply for the Materials Handler II position.

Please note: This position reports to campus Monday-Friday, 7:00 a.m. - 3:30 p.m.
 

Residency Requirement:

This posting is only open to residents of the State of Colorado at the time of submitting your application.

Class Code & Classification Description:

D8G2XX Materials Handler II

Minimum Qualifications:
 
Experience Only:

Two (2) years of relevant experience in an occupation related to the work assigned to this position, which included:

• Forklift certification or ability to obtain certification.
• Experience in shipping, receiving, warehouse, distribution, delivery, logistics, mail services, or related operations.
• Ability to safely lift, move, and transport packages and materials weighing 25-50+ pounds on a regular basis.
• Experience using computer systems for tracking, inventory, or package management.
• MUST BE A CURRENT EMPLOYEE AT COLORADO SCHOOL OF MINES
• Please note: experience must be clearly documented in the "Work History" section of your application. "See resume" will not be accepted

Or
Education and Experience:

A combination of related education and/or relevant experience in an occupation related to the work assigned equal to two (2) years (Transcripts must be attached for educational credit)

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience using package tracking or logistics software such as QTrak.

• Lead worker, supervisory, or team coordination experience.

• Experience working in a higher education, government, or large campus environment.

CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT:

• Background check
• Pre-employment physical
• Pre-employment drug screen
• Motor Vehicle Record check

Appeal Rights:

As an applicant who has been removed from consideration during the selection or comparative analysis process, you may file an appeal with the State Personnel Board and/or request a review by the State Personnel Director. A standard appeal form is available on the State Personnel Board website, https://spb.colorado.gov/forms-and-filing. If you appeal, your appeal must be submitted in writing on the official appeal form, signed by you or your representative, and received at the following address within ten (10) days of your receipt of this notice: Colorado State Personnel Board/State Personnel Director, Attn: Appeals Processing, 1525 Sherman Street, 4th Floor, Denver, CO 80203. Fax: 303-866-5038. Phone: 303-866-3300. Email address: [email protected]. The ten-day deadline and these appeal procedures also apply to all charges of discrimination. Refer to Chapters 4 and 8 of the State Personnel Board Rules and Personnel Director's Administrative Procedures, 4 CCR 801, for information about the appeals process. The State Personnel Board Rules and Personnel Director's Administrative Procedures are available at spb.colorado.gov.

Colorado School of Mines is committed to equal opportunity for all persons.  Mines does not discriminate on the basis of age, sex, gender (including gender identity and gender expression), ancestry, creed, marital status, race, ethnicity, religion, national origin, disability, sexual orientation, genetic information, veteran status or current military service. Further, Mines does not retaliate against community members for filing complaints regarding or implicating any of these protected statuses.

Mines’ commitment to nondiscrimination, equal opportunity and equal access is reflected in the administration of its policies, procedures, programs and activities and in its efforts to achieve a talented student body and workforce.

Through its policies, procedures and resources, Mines complies with federal law, Colorado state law, administrative regulations, executive orders and other legal requirements to prevent discrimination (including harassment or retaliation) within the Mines campus community and to address potential allegations of inequality or concerns for safety.

Are you looking for an inspiring, mission-driven workplace where you can contribute to solving the world’s problems and educating the next generation of change makers? Are you an individual who values a rich and vibrant diverse and inclusive community, where our different perspectives and experiences enrich the educational and work experience?

Look to Mines.