Materials Handler (Zero Waste) - Tempe campus

Arizona State University

Tempe, AZ

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JOB DETAILS

SALARY

SKILLS

Adoption, Apache, Cargo/Freight, Class D License, Communication Skills, Compactor, Customer Support/Service, Driver's License, Entrepreneurship, Equipment Maintenance/Repair, FDM (Frequency Division Multiplexing), Facilities Management, Federal Laws and Regulations, Fire Safety, Forklift, Groundskeeping, Health Education, High School Diploma, Higher Education, Hydraulic Engineering, Loading/Unloading, Maintenance Services, Material Moving, Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Outlook, Microsoft Word, Organizational Skills, Pallet Jack, Preventive Medicine, Property Maintenance, Recycling, Regulatory Compliance, Safety/Work Safety, Shipping/Receiving, Single Sign-On (SSO), Sports, Team Player, Time Management, Tuition Fees, Vehicle Driving, Volunteer Management, Waste/Garbage/Recycle Collection

LOCATION

Tempe, AZ

POSTED

Today

Job Profile:
Facilities Assistant 1 Non-Exempt

Job Family:
Facilities Management

Time Type:
Full time

Max Pay - Depends on experience:
$20.24 USD Hourly

Apply before 11:59 PM Arizona time the day before the posted End Date.

Minimum Qualifications:
High School Diploma; OR, Any equivalent combination of experience and/or training from which comparable knowledge, skills and abilities have been achieved.

Job Profile Summary:
Supports facility and equipment inspection, maintenance, andrepairs to ensure property meets established standards and to prevent further damage.

Job Description:

Facilities Management, Zero Waste Program, seeks a Materials Handler to perform daily recycling route collections, ensure timely completion of special requests, and perform yard maintenance and vehicle inspections/upkeep. Under limited direct supervision, provide advice, information, and educational materials and respond to inquiries across all areas of the university regarding proper disposal of recyclables in efforts to reduce, reuse and recycle materials supporting the overall zero waste goals of ASU.

Position Salary Range:

Salary Rate: $20.24 per hour. ASU offers a comprehensive benefits package with the State of Arizona

Essential Duties:

Complete daily recycling routes and special requests.
Assist in implementing recycling programs on all ASU campuses.
Provide exceptional customer service when interacting with students, staff and faculty.
Drive, load, and unload 15-foot stake-bed and cargo vans.
Properly sort materials into correct bins.
Operate material handling equipment such as forklifts, pallet jacks, hand trucks or dollies to move bins and recyclable materials.
Operate solid waste compactors and other hydraulic machines.
Work outdoors lifting, standing, bending, climbing, and kneeling for extended periods of time.
Use work order systems (TMA) in response to maintenance requests.
Communicate to perform the essential functions of the job.

DAYS AND SCHEDULE: Monday - Friday; 7:00AM - 3:30PM

This position is based at ASU's Tempe campus and may require working from other campuses depending on operational needs.

Desired Qualifications:

One year of shipping/receiving experience; OR, Any equivalent combination of experience and/or education from which comparable knowledge, skills and abilities have been achieved.

Experience in:

facilities maintenance/grounds maintenance
recycling/solid waste collection programs (2 years)
customer service
using organizational skills
working independently and with a team
working with Microsoft Excel, Word, Publisher and Outlook

Knowledge of:

equipment such as forklifts, pallet jacks, hand trucks or dollies
solid waste compactors and other hydraulic machines

Evidence of effective communication skills

Working Environment:

Work activities regularly require exposure to external environmental conditions including extreme heat, cold, dust, wind, insects, flora and fauna indigenous to a desert climate.
Extended periods of walking, stooping, bending, reaching, lifting and pushing objects of varying weights up to 70 pounds.
Drive university vehicle/cart.

Department Statement:

What's in it for you?

Looking for an employer that offers you solid growth opportunities, as well as a work/life balance? ASU offers the following:

Flexible work schedules
22 days of accrued vacation leave, 12 days of accrued sick leave and 10 paid holidays annually for all staff.
Tuition Reduction Program for staff members, their spouses, and dependents, available on day one. For more information visit
12 weeks of paid parental leave following the birth or adoption of a child
Affordable benefits package including dental, vision, and life insurance benefits. More information available at
Retirement program designed to promote long-term savings and provide income upon retirement which includes Arizona State Retirement System (ASRS)
Paid time for volunteer and professional development
Wellness program for preventative health education and screenings
Disability and leave program for income protection
Free and confidential Employee Assistance services, helping to manage personal difficulties or life challenges
ASU Discounts to sports/events along with discounts with ASU partnerships

ASU Facilities Development and Management (FDM) maintains and services all university-owned property, and develops and constructs innovative and sustainable facilities. FDM's vision is to contribute to and guarantee the success of the university's mission by creating and caring for the ASU campus and environment. We provide quality customer service, effectively steward our resources, and meet the needs of the university through creative and collaborative efforts.

Facilities Development and Management at ASU employment requires current eligibility to legally work in the United States. Facilities Development and Management will not be a sponsor for this position.

This position is located at the University Services Building, 1551 S. Rural Road, Tempe, AZ (on Rural Road south of Apache Blvd).

This position is based at ASU's Tempe campus and may require working from other campuses depending on operational needs.

Must possess a valid Arizona driver's license (minimum Class D) upon employment and maintain throughout employment. A Department of Motor Vehicle search will be conducted. Post-offer of employment, selected candidate must possess an acceptable driving record which is 5 or fewer points in the most recent 39 month period from date of hire.

Must pass pre-employment physical examination post offer of employment.

Must possess fork lift certification, or be able to obtain, within six months of employment.

Driving Requirement:
This position may require driving. Employee must possess a valid US Driver's license of the appropriate class and required endorsements throughout employment.

Location:
Campus: Tempe

Funding:
No Federal Funding

Instructions to Apply:

Current employees, student workers seeking staff opportunities, and students applying for student worker positions must apply directly through the Workday Jobs Hub.

Please use the link below to log in using single sign-on.

To be considered, your application must include all of the following attachments:

Cover letter
Resume or CV

Multiple documents may be uploaded in the attachments section. Alternatively, applicants may combine all required materials into a single PDF for submission. Please ensure uploaded documents are clearly labeled and include your name.

Please ensure your resume includes all employment information in month and year format, for example 6/04 to 8/14, along with job title, job duties, and employer name for each position. Your resume should clearly demonstrate how your experience and background meet the minimum and desired qualifications for this position. Incomplete applications or missing required materials may not be considered.

Important: Do not withdraw your application to make edits. Once an application is withdrawn, it cannot be edited, reactivated, or replaced with a new submission. If you have questions or need assistance, please contact The Office of Human Resources Talent Acquisition before the posting close date.

Graduate Assistant, Intern and part-time positions are counted as half time for experience equivalency, meaning one year equals six months of experience.

Only electronic applications will be accepted for this position. By submitting an application, you confirm that the information provided is accurate and complete.

ASU Statement:

Arizona State University is a new model for American higher education, an unprecedented combination of academic excellence, entrepreneurial energy and broad access. This New American University is a single, unified institution comprising four differentiated campuses positively impacting the economic, social, cultural and environmental health of the communities it serves. Its research is inspired by real world application blurring the boundaries that traditionally separate academic disciplines. ASU serves more than 100,000 students in metropolitan Phoenix, Arizona, the nation's fifth largest city. ASU champions inclusive excellence, and welcomes students from all fifty states and more than one hundred nations across the globe.

ASU is a tobacco-free university. For details visit

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or any other basis protected by law.

Notice of Availability of the ASU Annual Security and Fire Safety Report:

In compliance with federal law, ASU prepares an annual report on campus security and fire safety programs and resources. ASU's Annual Security and Fire Safety Report is available online at You may request a hard copy of the report by contacting the ASU Police Department at 480-965-3456.

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Employment Verification Statement:

ASU conducts pre-employment screening which may include verification of work history, academic credentials, licenses, and certifications.

Background Check Statement:

ASU conducts pre-employment screening for all positions which includes a criminal background check, verification of work history, academic credentials, licenses, and certifications. Employment is contingent upon successful passing of the background check.

Fingerprint Check Statement:
A fingerprint check is not required for this position.

About the Company

Arizona State University

Recognized by U.S. News & World Report as the country’s most innovative school, Arizona State University is where students and faculty work with NASA to develop, advance and lead innovations in space exploration. This is where Nobel laureates and Pulitzer Prize winners teach master learners. This is where nationally ranked and internationally ranked programs prepare next-generation innovators to thrive while advancing pioneering research, strategic partnerships, entrepreneurship and economic development. ASU’s nationally ranked programs inspire the top-qualified graduates and have positioned the university as a “top-tier” recruiting and hiring institution by more than 50 of the country’s top corporations, according to professional recruiters and rankings services around the world. ASU graduates more than 20,000 thinkers, innovators and master learners every year. Take a deeper look at how ASU is building the next generation of leaders.

COMPANY SIZE

10,000 employees or more

INDUSTRY

Education

WEBSITE

https://www.asu.edu/

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