Shipper Receiver Driver (Library)

**Date Posted**:
03/29/2023
**Req ID**:
30335
**Faculty/Division**:
Library
**Department**:
Finance and Administration
**Campus**:
St. George (Downtown Toronto)
**Description**:
**About Us**:
The University of Toronto Libraries (UTL) system is the largest academic library in Canada and is ranked sixth among peer institutions in North America. The system consists of 42 libraries located on three university campuses:
St. George, Mississauga, and Scarborough. This array of college libraries, special collections, and specialized libraries and information centres supports the teaching and research requirements of over 280 graduate programs, including over 60 professional programs, and about 700 undergraduate degree programs. In addition to more than 15 million volumes in 341 languages, the library system currently provides access to millions of resources in various forms, including, for example, electronic, audio-visual, and geospatial materials. UTL also has over 31,000 linear metres of archival material. More than 150,000 new print volumes are acquired each year. The Libraries' data centre houses more than 500 servers with a storage capacity of 1.5 petabytes.
**Your Opportunity**:
This is a 6 month term position. Reporting to the Business Manager, the Shipper Receiver Driver works as a member of a team that is responsible for the processing of shipments and deliveries to and from the University of Toronto Libraries (UTL) system. This includes, but is not limited to:
checking, tracking and streamlining of the mail process, boxing, packaging, posting, selection of courier, preparation for courier pickup, assisting with security and staffing the loading dock, dealing with all incoming vendors and delivery vehicles, loading of incoming and outgoing shipments, and delivery of same to library destinations.
**QUALIFICATIONS**:
(Minimum)
**EDUCATION**:
- High school graduation or equivalent in education and experience
- Possession of valid G driver’s license, with the proper class for the vehicle being used
**EXPERIENCE**:
- Minimum of one year of related experience required.
- Experience with postal regulations and the use of postal equipment desirable.
- Basic knowledge of various courier and cross border custom regulations, as well as shipping and delivery equipment, desirable.
- Experience in driving delivery vehicles, up to and including box vans, required.
- Familiarity with U of T policies and procedures desirable.
- Experience using computerized software-based system for the shipping/receiving functions as well as working knowledge of all couriers and Canada Post automated systems.
**SKILLS**:
- Working knowledge of shipping software/hardware such as Neipost and/or Pitney Bowes automated systems.
- Knowledge of U of T regulations and codes desirable.
- Project coordination and negotiating skills required.
- Advanced knowledge of postal and customs rules and regulations required.
**OTHER**:
- Physical ability to perform required duties:
heavy lifting (up to 50 lbs), pushing carts and walking distances
- Excellent analytical skills and problem-solving skills
- Demonstrated accuracy, attention to detail and ability to prioritize tasks
- Ability to work independently and effectively with technology in a fast-paced environment while managing competing priorities
- Strong written and oral communication
- Strong user-focused service orientation
- Evidence of initiative, innovation and flexibility to respond to workflow demands
- Ability to work cooperatively and effectively with supervisors and colleagues in a culturally diverse and rapidly changing environment
- Demonstrated commitment to the values of inclusivity, diversity, anti-racism, equity and accessibility
**OTHER**:
- This position is a six (6) month term position, potential for limited extension.. With a work shift of 9am-5pm (M-F)
**Closing Date**:
04/12/2023, 11:
59PM ET
**Employee Group**:
CUPE 1230
**Appointment Type**:
Budget - Term
**Schedule**:
**Pay Scale Group &
Hiring Zone**:
CUPE 1230 (7U) - Step 1:
$51,896 - Step 2:
$53,743 - Step 3:
$55,684
**Job Category**:
Library Services