Working/Functional Title
Reuse and Recycling Assistant
Position Summary
The starting hourly rate for this position is $19.22, with an increase to $20.23 after successful completion of a six-month probationary period. MSU Benefits - Free comprehensive health care for you and your family, as well as a 10% contribution toward your retirement. Generous sick, vacation, personal, and holiday time.
This position is not eligible for remote work.
This position will process, receive, sort, move, and store surplus University items and material based on condition and usability. Evaluate and price surplus items for sale. Prepare sales floor for public sale days by stocking indoor and outdoor retail spaces. Direct, oversee, and train student, temporary, and on-call employees. Record and track inventory using a computer. Provide excellent customer service and operate point-of-sale system for customer transactions. Assess, measure, describe, photograph, and research surplus items for online sales and marketing. Divert material from landfill employing highest-use model of reuse and recycle. Clean and organize public and non-public spaces.
Regular in-person attendance is required to meet business and customer needs.
This position will engage in high performing, leading edge practices, valuing people, partners and stewardship. At IPF, we are committed to fostering an equitable, inclusive culture; engaging and hiring a diverse workforce.
Unit Specific Education/Experience/Skills
- One year experience in a recycling, surplus or related operation.
- Working knowledge of the tools, equipment and processes used in recycling or surplus operation.
- Attainment of the appropriate Michigan commercial operator's license.
- Possession or attainment of an MSU forklift operator's permit prior to the completion of the applicable probation or trial period.
- Frequent lifting of 26 to 75 pounds and occasional lifting of over 75 pounds.
- Valid vehicle operator's license and maintain eligibility to drive MSU vehicles.
Desired Qualifications
Experience or demonstrated interest in recycling or sustainability; customer service experience; previous experience with reselling used items or working in a resale business; ability to interact with, relate to, and work with college personnel and the public.
A creative and innovative lifelong learner with the ability to communicate effectively with a diverse population; able to problem solve within a collaborative team environment; ability to understand different perspectives while utilizing expert knowledge of the technical operations of the job.
Equal Employment Opportunity Statement
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, citizenship, age, disability or protected veteran status.
Required Application Materials
Please submit a current resume demonstrating relevant experience and a cover letter detailing qualifications.
Special Instructions
MSU forbids the use of any tobacco product on campus.
Employee parking passes are available for $45 a month.
The University provides uniforms and safety boots.
Work Hours
Monday, Tuesday, Thursday, Friday 7:30am to 4:00pm, Wednesdays from 9:30am to 6:00pm, and may require after-hours, weekend and holiday work.
Building Location
SURPLUS AND RECYCLING CTR
Website
https://msusurplusstore.com/
Summary of Physical Demands
Lifting surplus goods from floor and placing in carts. Lifting and dumping recycling containers. Up to 75 lbs.
Carrying surplus items and recyclables from rooms or outside to carts. Up to 50 lbs individually. 100 lbs in a pairs.
Pushing carts of surplus and recycling through buildings to loading docks or trucks parked in outside areas. Pushing large trash containers to loading docks. Up to 300 lbs. using carts or dollies.
Climbing ladder or stairs to reposition items for storage. Up to 25 lbs.
Bidding Eligibility ends May 14, 2024 at 11:55 PM
