Job Description

Materials Assistant

Library - Collections Services

80281BR
University Job Title
Materials Assistant 1
Bargaining Unit
L34 - Local 34 (Yale Union Group)
Time Type
Full time
Duration Type
Regular
Compensation Grade
Labor Grade B
Wage Ranges
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Work Location
Central Campus
Worksite Address
120 High Street
New Haven, CT 06511
Work Week
Standard (M-F equal number of hours per day)
Searchable Job Family
Library, TR&S
Total # of hours to be worked:
37.5
Position Focus:
Under the supervision of a Library Collection Services (LCS) manager, the Materials Assistant I performs a variety of tasks necessary for the efficient operation of the LSF. The successful incumbent must attend assigned training in workflow ergonomics and safety practices and perform all tasks following strict safety guidelines. The successful incumbent will also be required to obtain certification in the proper use of an order picker after job training. Work will often be performed in a low temperature and low humidity environment.
Essential Duties
1. Fills orders from stock based on authorized requisitions. Orders, receives, stores, and issues equipment, material, merchandise, tools, or supplies. Counts, classifies or weighs articles. 2. Determines method of shipping. Checks and reports on condition of goods received or to be shipped. Reports damaged or insufficient shipments. Shelves, sorts, prices, and codes items. 3. Services customers. Provides information, receives money in payment of fees, and issues receipts. 4. Uses computer terminal to input and retrieve data. Maintains the order and security of work area, materials and equipment. May perform equipment repairs. Maintains logs and records of activities. Inventories supplies. 5. May oversee and instruct support staff. May drive vehicle for pick-up and delivery services. 6. Performs clerical functions incidental to stock activities.
Required Education and Experience
Two years of related work experience and a high school level education; or an equivalent combination of experience and education.
Required Skill/Ability 1:
Demonstrated ability to work in a warehouse or other production environment and safely operate a one-ton truck and/or automated material handling equipment.
Required Skill/Ability 2:
Demonstrated ability to work successfully in a multi-task and team environment performing rotating tasks. Strong organizational skills, customer service and interpersonal skills.
Required Skill/Ability 3:
Demonstrated ability to perform computer data entry.
Required Skill/Ability 4:
References indicate excellent attendance and punctuality, the ability to work in a fast-paced environment with strong attention to accuracy and detail, and diligent performance.
Required Skill/Ability 5:
Must have and maintain a valid US/Canadian driver\xe2\x80\x99s license and safe driving record.
Preferred Education, Experience and Skills:
Demonstrated ability to operate an order picker. Minimal keyboarding skills. Demonstrated knowledge of Microsoft Office applications, especially Excel, SharePoint, and Outlook
Physical Requirements
1. Ability to lift 70 pounds and work from a platform at a height of 30 feet above ground.
2. Ability to stand for long periods of time, climb stairs, and push heavy book trucks.
3. Ability to work in a low temperature and low humidity environment.
Drug Screen
No
Health Screening
No
Background Check Requirements
All candidates for employment will be subject to pre-employment background screening for this position, which may include motor vehicle, DOT certification, drug testing and credit checks based on the position description and job requirements. All offers are contingent upon the successful completion of the background check. For additional information on the background check requirements and process visit "Learn about background checks" under the Applicant Support Resources section of Careers on the It\'s Your Yale website.
COVID-19 Vaccine Requirement
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Additional Background or Health Screening Requirements
Selected incumbent must have successful completion of a DMV check and a valid driver\xe2\x80\x99s license.
Posting Disclaimer
The intent of this job description is to provide a representative summary of the essential functions that will be required of the position and should not be construed as a declaration of specific duties and responsibilities of the particular position. Employees will be assigned specific job-related duties through their hiring departments.
EEO Statement:
University policy is committed to affirmative action under law in employment of women, minority group members, individuals with disabilities, and protected veterans. Additionally, in accordance with Yale\xe2\x80\x99s Policy Against Discrimination and Harassment, and as delineated by federal and Connecticut law, Yale does not discriminate in admissions, educational programs, or employment against any individual on account of that individual\xe2\x80\x99s sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, race, color, national or ethnic origin, religion, age, disability, status as a special disabled veteran, veteran of the Vietnam era or other covered veteran. Inquiries concerning Yale\xe2\x80\x99s Policy Against Discrimination and Harassment may be referred to the Office of Institutional Equity and Accessibility (OIEA).

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