Temporary Employment Services (TES) - Temporary Package Window Handler — Pittsburgh, PA

Are you searching for an outstanding opportunity to gain hands-on experience and develop new skills at a world-class research university? At Carnegie Mellon University, our Temporary Employment Services (TES) acts as a trusted resource for departments across the campus, providing you with the chance to showcase your expertise in a collaborative and professional environment! We take pride in offering full-time temporary positions that provide:

• Valuable on-the-job training and applied experience in financial and administrative operations.
• Comprehensive benefits packages that support your well-being.
• A clear pathway for long-term career growth within our community.

We are seeking a Temporary Package Window Handler, and this role supports campus residential operations by helping manage incoming student package deliveries and ensuring efficient package distribution services.

Core Responsibilities

• Receive and organize incoming packages from multiple delivery carriers, including Amazon, FedEx, UPS, USPS, and other providers.
• Sort and store packages accurately within designated pickup areas.
• Assist students at the package pickup counter and provide excellent customer service.
• Locate, process, and distribute packages to students in a timely manner.
• Support package tracking and inventory processes using computer-based systems.
• Maintain organized workspaces and ensure package storage areas remain orderly and accessible.
• Communicate and coordinate with Housing and other campus partners as needed.
• Follow established safety procedures and operational guidelines.
• Perform additional package operations support duties as assigned.

Physical Requirements:

• This position entails prolonged standing, walking, bending, and reaching, and will involve handling heavy containers of mail full of packages weighing up to the allowable maximum mailing weight of 70lbs.
• Ability to remain on feet for extended periods of time.

You should demonstrate:

• Basic computer proficiency and ability to learn operational systems.
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Excellent customer service and communication skills.
• Ability to work effectively both independently and collaboratively within a team environment.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced setting.

Qualifications

• High school graduate or GED required; a combination of education and relevant experience from which comparable knowledge is demonstrated may be considered.
• Prior customer service experience preferred

Requirements

• Successful completion of a background check.
• Pre-employment drug and alcohol screening
• Fitness for duty assessment and pre-employment medical exam

Location

Pittsburgh, PAJob Function

Mail and Printing ServicesPosition Type

Staff – RegularFull Time/Part time

Full timePay Basis

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