Material Handler

Cashman Equipment Co.; Mesa (AZ); On-site; USD 28,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Restaurant d'entreprise

Job summary

Empire Southwest is seeking a Material Handler to operate forklifts and yard cranes, load and unload materials, and maintain storage areas. You will follow dispatcher instructions and keep equipment in safe condition.

This role requires a high school diploma or GED, English proficiency, and prior forklift/yard crane experience; physical ability to lift up to 60 pounds and work safely in a dynamic shop environment.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required; forklift/yard crane experience preferred.
• Must be able to communicate in English and follow directions.
• Experience with forklift and yard cranes is essential.

Responsibilities

• Loads, unloads, moves, removes, and installs materials, components, and supplies.
• Follows orders and instructions from dispatcher, Leadperson and supervisor.
• Maintains yard, storage, and office areas with minimal direction.
• Dumps scrap and trash.
• Maintains forklifts, cranes, and related equipment.
• Adheres to safety policies and company standards.
• Works safely at all times.
• Maintains and dispenses bulk and miscellaneous supply inventories.
• Records work time.
• Assists other dispatcher and yard workers when needed.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Skills

Forklift operation

Equipment operation

Communication

Teamwork

Safety awareness

Education

High school diploma or GED

Experience operating forklifts and yard cranes

Tools

Forklifts

Cranes

Job description

JOB DETAILS:

Shift

1st/Day Shift

Location

In- Shop

Schedule

Schedule Provided by Leader

Salary Range

$20.00 - $26.22 Per Hour

JOB SUMMARY:

Operate forklifts and cranes to load, unload and move materials. Maintain material storage and adjacent areas. Dump scrap and trash. Maintain equipment as directed.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

• Loads, unloads, moves, removes, and installs materials, components, and supplies.


• Follows orders and instructions received from dispatcher, Leadperson and supervisor.


• Maintains yard, storage, and office areas with minimal direction from the dispatcher or Leadperson.


• Dumps scrap and trash.


• Maintains forklifts, cranes, and related equipment.


• Adheres to all applicable safety policies.


• Complies with all company policies, procedures, and standards.


• Works safely at all times.

ADDITIONAL RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Maintains and dispenses bulk and miscellaneous supply inventories.


• Records work time.


• Assists other dispatcher and yard workers when needed.


• Performs other duties as assigned.


• Works within and promote corporate values.

KNOWLEDGE SKILLS AND ABILITIES:

• Must have interpersonal skills to work cooperatively with people and to efficiently meet customer needs.


• Must have the ability to start, stop and operate forklifts.


• Must have mechanical skills sufficient for routine vehicle maintenance.


• Must be able to lift, push, hold and position items up to 60 pounds total weight.


• Demonstrated technical skill competence.


• Appropriate manner, conduct, and grooming adhere to company policy.


• Ability to work cooperatively and communicate effectively.


• Ability to maintain consistent attendance.

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:

• High school diploma or General Education Degree (GED).


• Previous experience operating forklifts and yard cranes.


• Must be able to communicate (speak, read, comprehend, write) in English.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to sit, use hands, and talk or hear.


• The employee frequently is required to stand; walk; reach with hands and arms; climb or balance; and stoop and kneel.


• The employee is regularly required to lift, push, hold and position items up to 60 pounds total weight.


• Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision. This position is designated as a \"Safety-Sensitive Position\". A Safety-Sensitive Position includes tasks or duties that the employer in good faith believes could affect the safety or health of the employee performing the task or others, which includes any of the following: operating a motor vehicle, other vehicle, equipment, machinery or manufacturing process, the malfunction or disruption of which could result in injury or property damage; performing duties in the residential or commercial premises of a customer, supplier or vendor; working in any occupation subject to federal safety regulations.

WORK ENVIRONMENT:

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• While performing the duties of this job, the employee is occasionally exposed to moving mechanical parts; high, precarious places; and outside weather conditions.


• The employee is occasionally exposed to wet and/or humid conditions, extreme cold, and extreme heat.


• The noise level in the work environment is usually office moderate.

DISCLAIMER:

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this classification. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required of personnel so classified. The roles and objectives of this job do not include setting corporate policy and does not constitute a managing agent of the company.

Empire Southwest is an equal opportunity employer. We evaluate applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, and other legally protected characteristics. The “Know Your Rights” Poster is available here:

The pay transparency policy is available here:

Empire is committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodation to individuals with disabilities. If, because of a medical condition or disability, you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the employment process, please call us at 702-633-4545 or email us [e-mail] and let us know the nature of your request and your contact information.

Empire Southwest is an EEO employer.

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Job Family 702 Material Handlers and Other Operatives