Transportation Helper Temporary Pool

We support Western’s mission, which states that together with our students, staff, and faculty, we are committed to making a positive impact in the state and the world with a shared focus on academic excellence and inclusive achievement.

We encourage applications from women, people of color, people with disabilities, veterans, and other candidates from underrepresented backgrounds and with diverse experiences interested in this opportunity.

As our Transportation Helper you will be responsible for:

• Delivering; loading and unloading vehicle; using dollies, hand trucks, and other equipment necessary to transport of supplies and equipment or hand carrying freight to appropriate designation
• Assisting with confirmation, receiving and shipping of purchases/back orders/warranties
• Checking supplies and materials; packing, crating, preparing and labeling materials for shipment and/or delivery; obtaining receipts upon delivery and records shortages and/or breakage on proper forms; unpacking, assembling and storing material and supplies
• Assisting in the pick-up and delivery of various items
• Assisting with uploading, assembling, storing, and disposing of material and supplies
• Assisting with driving and preparation of orders for transport
• Valid driver's license
• Ability to drive mid-size delivery truck

All employees must comply with our Immunization policies, including Proof of Rubeola Measles Immunity within 60-days of hire.

Please reach out to HR@wwu.edu if you need information regarding medical or religious exemption and applicable accommodations.

• High school graduate or equivalent
• At least one year of experience with warehouse work
• Two years of driving experience

This position is part of bargaining unit B and is covered by the Washington Federation of State Employees at 350 hours worked.

This position will work no more than 1050 hours.

A cover letter and resume are required and should address your experience related to the position responsibilities and the required and preferred qualifications.

Please include the names and contact information of three professional references.

Western Washington University (WWU) is an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer committed to assembling a diverse, broadly trained faculty and staff. Women, minorities, people with disabilities and veterans are strongly encouraged to apply. In compliance with applicable laws and in furtherance of its commitment to fostering an environment that welcomes and embraces diversity, WWU does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, creed, religion, national origin, sex (including pregnancy and parenting status), disability, age, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital status or genetic information in its programs or activities, including employment, admissions, and educational programs. See WWU’s Policy on Ensuring Equal Opportunity and Prohibiting Discrimination and Retaliation . Inquiries may be directed to the Vice Provost for Equal Opportunity and Employment Diversity, Title IX and ADA Coordinator, Equal Opportunity Office, Western Washington University, Old Main 345 (MS 9021), 516 High Street, Bellingham, WA 98225; 360.650.3307 (voice) or 711 (Washington Relay); eoo@wwu.edu