About Us

Are you ready to join a community leading in innovative teaching and learning? Kennesaw State University is one of the 50 largest public institutions in the country. With our growing enrollment and global reach, we are enjoying increased prominence among Georgia's colleges. We offer more than 150 undergraduate, graduate, and doctoral degrees to over 43,000 students. Our entrepreneurial spirit, high-impact research, and Division I athletics also draw students from throughout the region and from 92 countries across the globe. Our university's vibrant culture, career opportunities, mission and values and rich benefits make us an employer of choice. We are part of the University System of Georgia . Kennesaw State will exemplify the power and promise of a student-centered, research-driven university. Our institutional values are student-inspired, promise-fulfilling, true to ourselves, elevational, open and impact-generating. In addition, we support the University System of Georgia core values of accountability, excellence, integrity and respect. We are searching for talented people to join Kennesaw State University. Come to KSU and find your passion.

Location

Our Kennesaw campus is located at 1000 Chastain Road NW, Kennesaw, GA 30144. Our Marietta campus is located at 1100 South Marietta Parkway, Marietta, GA 30060.

Job Summary

Coordinates and executes department equipment pickup and delivery within the University. Assists in loading and unloading of materials such as computers, technology equipment, boxed materials, furniture, and other items as requested within a warehouse or storage facility. Utilizes hand trucks, forklifts, or other handling equipment to move items within the storage facility. Routinely interacts with all constituents within the University community.

Responsibilities

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:
1. Executes delivery and removal of University property from campus departments as requested via the asset management system service requests
2. Performs a variety of semi-skilled manual tasks and duties in support of various services provided by department
3. Loads and unloads vehicles by hand or by use of hand truck or dolly
4. Properly secures items for transportation and unloading
5. Positions items within workspaces according to established guidelines
6. Ensures proper care in the use and maintenance of equipment and supplies
7. Promotes continuous improvement of workplace safety and environmental practices
8. Works effectively in a service-oriented environment subject to frequently changes in priorities
9. Follows through and carries out assignments

Required Qualifications

Educational Requirements
High school diploma or equivalent

Other Required Qualifications
Current, valid and unrestricted Georgia driver's license
Forklift certification or ability to obtain within six (6) months of hire

Required Experience
One (1) year of experience in related field

Preferred Qualifications

Additional Preferred Qualifications
Ability to operate various equipment related to role and department

Proposed Salary

The budgeted salary range is $14.66 to $15.50 per hour. Offers are based on relevant experience.

Comprehensive benefits to include Medical, Dental, Vision, 13 paid holidays, vacation, generous retirement plans, tuition waiver, wellness options, and much more! Visit hr.kennesaw.edu/benefits.

Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities

ABILITIES
Able to drive KSU vehicles (gator, golf carts, etc.) to different areas on campus
Able to work outdoors in all types of weather
Able to understand and follow specific oral and written instructions, interpret campus maps and basic drawings
Able to use a variety of standard power and hand tools safely and efficiently as needed
Wears the appropriate safety and protective equipment
Able to handle multiple tasks or projects at one time meeting assigned deadlines

KNOWLEDGE
Has knowledge of commonly used practices, procedures and safety protocols within a particular field to include all areas of distribution, warehouse, surplus, and inventory
Knowledge of maintenance processes, equipment and products; maintaining a safe environment
Knowledge of proper and safe use of equipment, tools, etc.
Understands and applies University and Departmental policies and procedures

SKILLS
Strong interpersonal, initiative, teamwork, problem solving, organization, communication (verbal and written) and time management skills
Basic proficiency in computer applications and programs associated with the position (i.e., Microsoft Office suite, asset management system)
Strong attention to detail and follow up skills
Strong customer service skills and phone and e-mail etiquette

USG Core Values

The University System of Georgia is comprised of our 26 institutions of higher education and learning as well as the System Office. Our USG Statement of Core Values are Integrity, Excellence, Accountability, and Respect. These values serve as the foundation for all that we do as an organization, and each USG community member is responsible for demonstrating and upholding these standards. More details on the USG Statement of Core Values and Code of Conduct are available in USG Board Policy 8.2.18.1.2 and can be found on-line at https://www.usg.edu/policymanual/section8/C224/#p8.2.18_personnel_conduct .

Additionally, USG supports Freedom of Expression as stated in Board Policy 6.5 Freedom of Expression and Academic Freedom found on-line at https://www.usg.edu/policymanual/section6/C2653 .

Equal Employment Opportunity

Kennesaw State University is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer. The University is committed to maintaining a fair and respectful environment for living, work and study. To that end, and in accordance with federal and state law, Board of Regents policy, and University policy, the University prohibits harassment of or discrimination against any person because of race, color, sex (including sexual harassment, pregnancy, and medical conditions related to pregnancy), sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, ethnicity or national origin, religion, age, genetic information, disability, or veteran or military status by any member of the KSU Community on campus, in connection with a University program or activity, or in a manner that creates a hostile environment for members of the KSU community.

For additional information on this policy, or to file a complaint under the provisions of this policy, students, employees, applicants for employment or admission or other third parties should contact the Office of Institutional Equity at English Building, Suite 225, eeo@kennesaw.edu

Other Information

This is not a supervisory position.
This position does not have any financial responsibilities.
This position will be required to drive.
This role is considered a position of trust.
This position does not require a purchasing card (P-Card).
This position may travel 1% - 24% of the time

Background Check

• Standard Enhanced
• DMV
• 9 Panel Lab Drug Test

Per the University System of Georgia background check policy, all final candidates will be required to consent to a criminal background investigation. Final candidates may be asked to disclose criminal record history during the initial screening process and prior to a conditional offer of employment. Applicants for positions of trust with screening
results which confirm a disqualifying criminal history will be immediately disqualified from employment eligibility.

All applicants are required to include professional references as part of their application process. Some positions may require additional job-based screenings such as motor vehicle report, credit check, pre-employment drug screening and/or verification of academic credentials.

https://www.usg.edu/hr/assets/hr/hrap_manual/HRAP_Background_Investigation_Employment.pdf