Logistics Assistant

California Institute of Technology
vision insurance, parental leave, paid time off, sick time, tuition reimbursement
United States, California, Pasadena
May 30, 2025
Caltech is a world-renowned science and engineering institute that marshals some of the world's brightest minds and most innovative tools to address fundamental scientific questions. We thrive on finding and cultivating talented people who are passionate about what they do. Join us and be a part of the diverse Caltech community. Job Summary Reporting to the Transportation supervisor, The Logistics Assistant level 1 is part of the Logistics Support Team that is responsible for packing, handling, transporting, receiving, and issuing materials.High level customer service is crucial due to the interaction with internal customers, and functional peer groups such as the Materials & Services team. The Logistics Assistant is also responsible for passenger transportation services for Caltech community members and guests. Reports to the Transportation Supervisor. Essential Job Duties Material Handling: 85% Responsible for following all safety procedures and maintaining a safe and secure work environment. Perform transportation services such as transporting materials in liquid or packaged form to and from campus locations. Ensure all material requests are processed in a timely manner. Loads and unloads trucks. Moves furniture and equipment for relocations and deliveries. Accurate reporting on work orders for material movement and location of inventory to ensure timely, damage-free, and accurate moves. Receiving and sorting packages. Courier services for pick-up and delivery of packages as assigned by Transportation Supervisor Support Shipping & Receiving Safely operate vehicles including forklifts, pallet jack, warehouse equipment and equipment involved with issuing inventory materials. Ensure the vehicles are in good operating order and report any problems to supervisor. Routinely clean interior and exterior of vehicle. Follow and beaware of all laws and procedures of operating a commercial vehicle. Maintain contact with supervisor to schedule, confirm, and adjust appointments as needed. Complete other projects and/or duties as assigned. Transportation: 15% Drive a car/van to transport Caltech community members and guests over a specified route according to assigned time schedule for special events and activities to local or distant locations. Assist passengers on and off the vehicle as required. Assist with loading and unloading luggage and packages. Assist with loading packages, luggage on and off the vehicle as needed. Regulate heating, lighting, and ventilating systems for rider comfort. Inspects vehicles to ensure the vehicle is in good operating order and report any problems to supervisor. Routinely clean interior and exterior of vehicle. Follow and beaware of all laws and procedures of operating a commercial vehicle. Report any safety hazards and delays and/or accidents to supervisor. Maintain contact with dispatch to schedule, confirm, and adjust appointments as needed. Basic Qualifications Minimum of 1 years of relevant work experience. General knowledge of standard safety practices and procedures relating to warehouse operations and equipment Basic computer knowledge Must be willing to work overtime, weekends, and holidays. Possess a valid California driver's license for a minimum of 2 years and maintain it throughout the course of employment. Be able to become forklift certified within the first 3 months of employment. Consent to initial and random drug testing throughout the course of employment. Consent to initial and random review of CDL report. Ability to work in a warehouse setting with occasional exposure to industrial operations (temperatures, noise, etc.) Ability to lift 50 lbs. of shipping supplies, packages, furniture, lab supplies, etc. Ability to lift, move, and maneuver heavy objects by rolling, carts, dollies, etc. Must be able to stand, walk, stoop, bend, pull, and push throughout the workday. Preferred Qualifications Possession of a driver license for a minimum of 4 years. Forklift certification. Caltech experience. Chauffeur or limousine driving experience. Experience with AiM software or a similar integrated workplace management system. Familiar with handheld computer/scanners. OSHA forklift certification Required Documents Resume. Hiring Range $20.00 - $23.00 Per Hour The salary of the finalist(s) selected for this role will be set based on a variety of factors, including but not limited to, internal equity, experience, education, specialty and training. As one of the largest employers in Pasadena, CA, Caltech is committed to providing comprehensive benefits to eligible employees and their eligible dependents. Our benefits package includes competitive compensation, health, dental, and vision insurance, retirement savings plans, generous paid time off (vacation, holidays, sick time, parental leave, bereavement, etc.), tuition reimbursement, and more. Non-benefit eligible employees will have access to some benefits such as onsite counseling and sick time. Learn more about our benefits and staff perks. EEO Statement We are an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, or national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. Caltech is a VEVRAA Federal Contractor. To read more Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) go to eeoc_self_print_poster.pdf. Disability Accommodations If you would like to request an accommodation in completing this application, interviewing, or otherwise participating in the employee selection process, please direct your inquiries to Caltech Recruiting at employment@caltech.edu.