Helper

Posting number: 225738

Department: University of LA - Monroe

Job classification: HELPER

Posting type: Open

Categories: Warehouse, Maintenance

The University of Louisiana Monroe is seeking a Helper to join our team. This position plays a vital role in supporting campus operations. Why Work at ULM?At the University of Louisiana Monroe, you're more than an employee you’re part of a vibrant campus community committed to growth, innovation, and student success. ULM offers a supportive work environment, competitive benefits, and opportunities for professional development, all in the heart of Northeast Louisiana. Whether you're advancing your career or just starting out, ULM is a place where your work truly matters.

No experience or training is required.

• Receive deliveries from vendors and verify shipments against purchase orders, packing slips, and receiving documentation.
• Safely unload trucks using a forklift, pallet jack, hand truck, or other material-handling equipment. Inspect incoming shipments for shortages, damage, or discrepancies and report issues to the supervisor. Organize, label, stock, and rotate inventory in designated warehouse locations. Pull and stage departmental orders for pickup or delivery.
• Assist employees and departments with locating and issuing warehouse supplies. Complete requisitions and inventory documentation for items issued to departments. Maintain accurate inventory records and notify the supervisor when stock levels are low or items need to be reordered. Assist with periodic physical inventory counts and inventory reconciliation.
• Keep the warehouse clean, organized, and free of safety hazards. Stack and store materials safely to maximize warehouse space. Sweep floors, dust shelving, remove trash, and maintain general housekeeping throughout the warehouse.
• Operate forklifts and other warehouse equipment in accordance with all safety procedures. Load university vehicles for deliveries as needed. Deliver materials, furniture, equipment, and supplies to campus departments when assigned. Assist with surplus property by organizing, storing, moving, and preparing items for transfer or disposal.
• Maintain a safe work environment by following OSHA and institutional safety policies. Report damaged equipment, safety hazards, and maintenance needs to the supervisor.

Position-Specific Details:

• Appointment Type: Probational, Promotional, or Job Appointment
• No Civil Service test score is required in order to be considered for this vacancy.
• Applicants are responsible for checking the status of their application to determine where they are in the recruitment process. Further status message information is located under the Information section of the Current Job Opportunities page.
• \* Information to support your eligibility for this job title must be included in the application (i.e., relevant, detailed experience/education). Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of completed education and experience sections on your application. Applications may be rejected if incomplete.

The official job specifications for this role, as defined by the State Civil Service, can be found here.

For further information about this vacancy, contact:

Name of Contact Person: Jenny Jones

Agency/Department Name: ULM-Physical Plant

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