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NEW MEXICO STATE UNIVERSITY
HUMAN RESOURCES SERVICES

POSITION CLASSIFICATION DESCRIPTION


Position Classification Title: Material Services Tech,Sr
Position Classification Code: C1068
Job Family: Business, Accounting and Finance
Pay Level: 02
Exempt Status: Non-exempt
This description is intended to describe the general nature of the work being performed. It is not intended to be a complete list of specific duties of any particular position. Duties, responsibilities and bargaining unit eligibility may vary based on the specific tasks assigned to the position.
Purpose of Classification:
Performs work related to shipping, receiving, inspecting, storing, issuing and delivering a variety of materials, equipment and supplies. Operates material handling equipment such as forklifts, pallet jacks, hand trucks or dollies to move stock or reorganize storage.
Standard Duties:
Oversees and participates in counting, weighing or measuring incoming or outgoing items to compare identifying information and variety against bills of lading, invoices, orders or other records; examines incoming shipments for damage or shortages and correponds with shipper to rectify; fills out appropriate forms or documents. Prepares materials for shipping by weighing, packaging and stamping. Operates material handling equipment such as forklifts, pallet jacks, hand trucks or dollies to move stock or reorganize storage. Participates in routing, counting and inspecting items while loading and unloading trucks; delivers and returns items. Transports high technology, high dollar cost equipment, laboratory supplies, office supplies, furniture and hazardous materials to customers; secures cargo properly and safely with weight evenly distributed. Ensures proper documentation and package marking with appropriate placards when moving hazardous materials. Performs minor repairs on stock items or equipment. May coordinate activities of subordinates. records of inventory in stockroom and daily operations; completes necessary forms or paperwork for documentation. Designs stockroom layout and oversees rearranging process. Authorizes special orders within procedural and established limits. Fills orders and issues materials and supplies per requests; documents transactions, prepares requisitions and computes costs; keeps records of storeroom inventory. Oversees and participates in ordering or purchasing a variety of stock items such as recommending changes to standard items or stock levels and ordering items using independent judgment within established limits. Determines method of shipment based on knowledge of shipping procedures, routes and rates; packages, weighs and marks container for shipment; prepares necessary forms such as bills of lading. May utilize computerized or automated system to accomplish tasks.Performs miscellaneous job-related duties as assigned .
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:
Knowledge of computerized or automated system operations. Knowledge of recordkeeping practices. Knowledge of safety practices. Knowledge of supervisory practices and principles.
Skill in operating automotive, materials handling and office equipment. Skill in lifting heavy packages and objects.
Ability to effectively communicate.
Minimum Qualifications:
   Education- None
   Experience- Five (5) years of experience related to the standard duties as outlined.
   Equivalency- Any equivalent combination of education, training and/or experience as approved by Human Resource Services.
   Certifications/License-
   Departmental Requirements-
   Special Requirements-