Mail And Receiving Services Operator I - Comparative Medicine

Scheduled Hours

40

Position Summary

Responsible for obtaining, processing, sorting, and distributing mail and/or packages to the campus as well as providing customer service. Primary focus may be in driving, on a shipping/receiving dock, or on operating a meter.

Responsible for safe and efficient transportation of laboratory animals between facilities. This role ensures adherence to transport schedules, proper documentation, and the cleanliness and maintenance of the transport vehicle. The driver will play a crucial role in supporting research activities by ensuring the timely and secure delivery of animals.

Job Description

Primary Duties & Responsibilities

Driving and Transportation

• Safely transports laboratory animals between research facilities.

• Ensures all animals are transported in accordance with relevant guidelines and regulations.

• Maintains a high standard of animal welfare during transportation.

Adhering to Transport Schedules

• Follows predetermined transport schedules to ensure timely deliveries and pickups.

• Communicates any delays or issues promptly to the relevant personnel.

Documentation and Billing

• Submits accurate billing sheets and other required documentation after each transport.

• Maintains detailed records of all transport activities.

Vehicle Maintenance and Sanitization

• Ensures the transport vehicle is regularly cleaned and sanitized to meet hygiene standards.

• Performs routine checks on the vehicle to ensure it is in good working condition.

• Reports any vehicle maintenance issues to the supervisor promptly.

• Processes outgoing items by delivering mail and/or packages or locate and scan each package that customers come to pick up. Carry a valid driver's license at all times. Must observe all posted speed limits and drive no faster than 10 MPH in areas where there are none posted.

• Demonstrates safety protocols at all times and attend regular trainings.

• Performs other duties as assigned.

Working Conditions

Job Location/Working Conditions

• High noise environment

• Exposure to moving machinery

• Dust, dirt, grease or other disagreeable elements

• Ability to travel to various on- and off-campus locations

Physical Effort

• Ability to lift and handle up to 70 pounds.

• Ability to walk, stand, and or bend for prolonged periods of time.

Equipment

• Heavy equipment (buffers, mowers, forklift, etc.)
• Operate motor vehicle

Preferred Qualifications

• Two years of experience working in a mail, shipping or receiving center.

• Familiarity with the campus, culture and mission.

• Missouri Class E or Illinois Class D driver's license may be required within the first two weeks of employment.

• Demonstrate basic computer knowledge including emailing, using MS Word.

• Ability and desire to learn industry specific software.

• Ability to use applicable equipment to log trackable envelopes and packages.

• Excellent customer service skills.

• Ability to interact well with students, parents, faculty, staff and coworkers.

• Desire to work on continuous process improvements, optimize speed and efficiency in operation and minimize customer wait time.

• Excellent oral and written communication skills.

Required Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent high school certification

• One year of prior experience working in a mail, shipping or receiving center, customer service, University operations, or similar role.

• Driver's license.

• Safe driving record. The University will check driving record approximately once per year.

Grade

G04-H

Salary Range

$16.40 - $22.12 / Hourly

The salary range reflects base salaries paid for positions in a given job grade across the University. Individual rates within the range will be determined by factors including one's qualifications and performance, equity with others in the department, market rates for positions within the same grade and department budget.

Questions

For frequently asked questions about the application process, please refer to our External Applicant FAQ.

Accommodation

If you are unable to use our online application system and would like an accommodation, please email CandidateQuestions@wustl.edu or call the dedicated accommodation inquiry number at 314-935-1149 and leave a voicemail with the nature of your request.

Pre-Employment Screening

All external candidates receiving an offer for employment will be required to submit to pre-employment screening for this position. The screenings will include criminal background check and, as applicable for the position, other background checks, drug screen, an employment and education or licensure/certification verification, physical examination, certain vaccinations and/or governmental registry checks. All offers are contingent upon successful completion of required screening.

Benefits Statement

Personal

• Up to 22 days of vacation, 10 recognized holidays, and sick time.

• Competitive health insurance packages with priority appointments and lower copays/coinsurance.

• Want to Live Near Your Work and/or improve your commute? Take advantage of our free Metro transit U-Pass for eligible employees. We also offer a forgivable home loan of up to $12,500 for closing costs and a down payment for homes in eligible neighborhoods.

• WashU provides eligible employees with a defined contribution (403(b)) Retirement Savings Plan, which combines employee contributions and university contributions starting at 7%.

Wellness

• Wellness challenges, annual health screenings, mental health resources, mindfulness programs and courses, employee assistance program (EAP), financial resources, access to dietitians, and more!

Family

• We offer 4 weeks of caregiver leave to bond with your new child. Family care resources are also available for your continued childcare needs. Need adult care? We've got you covered.

• WashU covers the cost of tuition for you and your family, including dependent undergraduate-level college tuition up to 100% at WashU and 40% elsewhere after seven years with us.

For policies, detailed benefits, and eligibility, please visit: https://hr.wustl.edu/benefits/

EEO/AA Statement

Washington University in St. Louis is committed to the principles and practices of equal employment opportunity and especially encourages applications by those from underrepresented groups. It is the University's policy to provide equal opportunity and access to persons in all job titles without regard to race, ethnicity, color, national origin, age, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, disability, protected veteran status, or genetic information.

Diversity Statement

Washington University is dedicated to building a diverse community of individuals who are committed to contributing to an inclusive environment - fostering respect for all and welcoming individuals from diverse backgrounds, experiences and perspectives. Individuals with a commitment to these values are encouraged to apply.