Material Control Clerk - Facilities Services - UTK

University of Tennessee Athletic Marketing Department

University of Tennessee Athletic Marketing Department

Operations

Knoxville, TN, USA

Posted on Apr 23, 2026

The Material Control Clerk is responsible for ensuring the accuracy of products stored; which includes but is not limited to: counting and inspecting products, physical inventory, replenishments, reporting any damage or discrepancies, reconciling inventory discrepancies, product put away, and reallocation. Will verify inventory accuracy meet quality standards. All inventory control functions will be processed as defined by the Standard Operating Procedures. The Material Control Clerk may be responsible for operating material handling equipment and performing other job assignments as assigned. The occupant of this position is responsible for the safe operation of a 12-passenger van and a Utility/ Service truck to transport and deliver personnel, materials, and equipment to work locations across campus and to off-campus locations as needed. In addition, the position occupant will be responsible for performing light maintenance work such as inspecting the exterior and interior of the vehicles at the beginning of each shift to ensure that they are in good cosmetic condition as well as good mechanical condition.


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The Material Control Clerk is responsible for ensuring the accuracy of products stored; which includes but is not limited to: counting and inspecting products, physical inventory, replenishments, reporting any damage or discrepancies, reconciling inventory discrepancies, product put away, and reallocation. Will verify inventory accuracy meet quality standards. All inventory control functions will be processed as defined by the Standard Operating Procedures. The Material Control Clerk may be responsible for operating material handling equipment and performing other job assignments as assigned. The occupant of this position is responsible for the safe operation of a 12-passenger van and a Utility/ Service truck to transport and deliver personnel, materials, and equipment to work locations across campus and to off-campus locations as needed.

Required Qualifications

  • Education
    • High School diploma or GED
  • Experience:
    • Must have at least 6 months experience working in a warehouse environment.
    • Forklift experience 6 months minimum.
  • Must possess and maintain a Valid (Class D) Driver's license.
  • Must follow traffic regulations.
  • Must be able to read maps/GPS and understand delivery instructions.

  • Applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis without need now or in the future for sponsorship for employment-based visa status.

Work Location

  • University of Tennessee – Knoxville, TN Campus

  • This is an on-site position

Compensation and Benefits

  • UT market range: MR05
  • Find more information on the UT Market Range structure here
  • Find more information on UT Benefits here

About The College/Department/Division

UT Facilities Services is responsible for the care and keeping of more than 300 facilities and utilities systems in and around Knoxville. As the University of Tennessee Knoxville’s largest non-academic department, team members are responsible for facilities maintenance and repair, custodial needs, landscaping and lawncare, utility work, in-house and capital construction projects, facilities planning and design, environmental initiatives, pest control, campus event services, and facilities administration functions for both the flagship campus and the agricultural institute. The Facilities Services staff provides around-the-clock coverage to ensure students, staff, faculty, and fans have a consistent and positive experience every time they step foot on Rocky Top.


  • Responsible for maintaining a level of inventory accuracy and integrity within the facility, while maximizing space utilization.
  • Monitor inventory levels, product movement, control / isolate non-conforming product as defined by local work instructions to ensure a conforming product mix which facilitates efficient order fulfillment.
  • Responsible for maintaining warehouse safety standards in work performance.
  • Maintain product identification program, research inventory discrepancies, and make necessary corrections.
  • Log and process product returns. Ensure all labeling requirements are met in a timely manner.
  • Perform pre and post trip checks on each vehicle.
  • Visually inspect the exterior and interior of the vehicles at the beginning of each shift to ensure that they are in good cosmetic condition as well as good mechanical condition, functioning correctly.
  • Transporting of personnel, materials, and equipment must be accomplished in all weather, light, road, and traffic conditions.
  • Check and replace basic parts, such as headlights, brake lights, mirrors, tires, windshield wipers, fluid levels, etc. Maintain clean vehicles.
  • Drive applicable shifts and ensure compliance with “Hours of Service” requirements by arriving to work on time and driving the vehicles following a set schedule, route, or per supervisor or dispatcher instructions.
  • Enforce University guidelines for safe vehicle operation. Attend and successfully complete all required safety meetings and training sessions.
  • Perform all other duties deemed necessary to support the operation.
  • Maintain currency in Forklift operation certification.