Job Details

Materials Handler I

Position Number: 7166521
Location: Boulder, CO
Position Type: Facilities Management

Materials Handler I

Requisition Number: 72072
Location: Boulder Colorado
Employment Type: Classified Staff
Schedule: Full Time
Posting Close Date: 31-May-2026
Date Posted:

Job Summary

The University of Colorado, Boulder is currently hiring for a Materials Handler I! This position provides logistics for materials, packages, and mail for university faculty and staff, as part of a work unit within the Distribution Center (DC) warehouse. Responsibilities include campus delivery of packages, materials, and mail in coordination with outside companies including FedEx, Staples, UPS, USPS, etc.; assembly and packaging of materials for shipment; inter and intra-campus delivery of materials; intra-campus delivery of library media; and making parts deliveries for FM Stores.
CU is an Equal Opportunity Employer and complies with all applicable federal, state, and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment. We are committed to creating a workplace where all individuals are treated with respect and dignity, and we encourage individuals from all backgrounds to apply, including protected veterans and individuals with disabilities.

Who We Are

The DC provides the university with procurement, disposal, and logistic services, as well as processing and distribution of written communications to enable campus to pursue its mission of excellence in education, research, and community service! The DC has a history of instituting initiatives and standard methodologies that take into consideration environmental sustainability.

What Your Key Responsibilities Will Be

Materials Handling - Deliver materials and packages on campus in coordination with outside companies including Staples, FedEx, and UPS. Assemble, package, and ship materials for campus departments. Inventory customer materials for packaging. Perform inter and intra-campus delivery of materials and equipment. Make intra-campus pick-ups and deliveries of media for campus libraries. Carry out the delivery of parts from FM Stores to campus work-site locations and Trades shops. Safely lift and carry items weighing up to 70 lbs. Provide safety oversight and hazard analysis for onsite activities.

Mail Processing - Ensure adherence to all USPS regulations and work unit procedures. Accurately meter mail and records billing and recharge information in Pitney Bowes meter accounting system, as directed by meter line lead worker or supervisor. Perform the daily receipt, sortation, and delivery of intercampus and USPS mail as directed.

Customer Service - Promote harmonious collaborations with university departments through accurate processing of deliveries and through personal and courteous contact when assisting customers. Assist university community with delivery-related questions by referring them to a work leader or the supervisor.

Perform other assignments as directed. Examples include cleaning and sweeping, delivering vehicles to maintenance shop, washing vehicles, assisting with deliveries for other DC work units, and working with the Computer Screening work unit.

What You Should Know

This role is eligible for our Facilities Management Employee Referral Program.
This in-person positions anticipated work schedule is Monday - Friday from 7:30 am - 4:00 pm.

What We Can Offer

The annual salary for this position is $41,844.
If you have prior state-classified experience in the same class series as this position, your pay may be set at a higher amount per the state Step Pay Program implemented on July 1, 2024.

Benefits

At the University of Colorado Boulder, we are committed to supporting the holistic health and well-being of our employees. Our comprehensive benefits package includes medical, dental, and retirement plans; generous paid time off; tuition assistance for you and your dependents; and an ECO Pass for local transit. As one of Boulder County's largest employers, CU Boulder offers an inspiring academic community and access to world-class outdoor recreation. Explore additional perks and programs through the CU Advantage program.

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What We Require

Must be a Colorado resident to apply.
Must have a valid Colorado driver's license.
One year of experience including warehousing, handling, shipping, receiving, storing, inventory, or distribution of goods. Appropriate education will substitute for the required experience on a year-for-year basis.

What You Will Need

Ability to lift up to 70 lbs.
Basic computer and handheld electronic device knowledge.
Ability to communicate orally and in writing.
The ability to work independently and in a team setting.

Special Instructions

To apply, please submit the following materials:

A current resume.
Optional: A cover letter that specifically tells us how your background and experience align with the requirements, qualifications, and responsibilities of the position.
DD-214 for veteran applicants.

Qualified veterans are eligible for veteran's preference points within the State classified system. If you are a veteran and would like to have your DD214 evaluated to determine your eligibility for preference points, please attach a copy of your DD214 to this posting. If you do not wish to upload a DD214, please email a copy to recruiting@colorado.edu and reference the job to which you are applying.

Optional: If using the educational substitution for experience: proof of degree or transcripts.

We may request references at a later time.

Please apply by May 31, 2026 for consideration.

Note: Application materials will not be accepted via email. For consideration, please apply through CU Boulder Jobs.

Select here for additional information regarding Classified Staff positions: www.cu.edu/cu-careers/special-instructions-classified-staff-applicants
In compliance with the Colorado Job Application Fairness Act, in any materials you submit, you may redact or remove age-identifying information such as age, date of birth, or dates of school attendance or graduation. You will not be penalized for redacting or removing this information.

To apply, visit https://jobs.colorado.edu/jobs/JobDetail/Materials-Handler-I/72072