Material Handler I

Builders FirstSource

Jacksonville (FL)

On-site

USD 30,000 - 37,000

Full time

14 days+

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Job summary

A leading wholesale building materials company is seeking a Material Handler I in Jacksonville, FL. This entry-level position focuses on efficiently handling materials and operating equipment while adhering to safety protocols. Ideal candidates have a high school diploma or GED and possess strong manual dexterity and knowledge of safety procedures. Competitive salary range from $30,000 to $37,000 per year, coupled with on-the-job training opportunities.

Qualifications

Must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily.
Entry-level position with on-the-job training.
Knowledge of motorized and non-motorized equipment is a plus.

Responsibilities

Handles materials and optimizes their movement.
Operates material handling equipment.
Follows safety procedures to prevent injury.

Skills

Manual dexterity

Knowledge of safety procedures

Ability to use material handling equipment

Education

High school diploma or General Education Degree (GED)

Job description

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PURPOSE

Under direct supervision handles and maintains the flow of materials and products on the premises according to established guidelines.

Essential Duties And Responsibilities

Physically handles materials used to construct components and finished products to ensure movement of such items is optimized; lifts, carries, stacks items as needed.
Operates motorized and non-motorized material handling equipment, some of which may require specialized training.
Responds attentively to training from foreman or more senior handlers in order to increase own knowledge of work processes.
Understands and observes all safety procedures and practices in order to prevent injury to self or co-workers; attends periodic safety meetings as required; may recommend changes to improve safety procedures.
Other duties may be assigned.

Supervisory Responsibilities

This job has no supervisory responsibilities.

Minimum Requirements

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required.

High school diploma or General Education Degree (GED). This is an entry level position where incumbent will receive on-the-job training.

COMPETENCIES

Knowledge of and ability to use motorized and non-motorized material handling equipment
Manual dexterity
Knowledge of safety procedures while performing materials handling tasks
Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out detailed but uninvolved written or oral instructions

WORK ENVIRONMENT / PHYSICAL ACTIVITY

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.

Work is performed within a production environment, subject to temperature variations, hazardous chemicals, mechanical parts, increased noise levels and dust.
Must be able to lift and carry up to 25 pounds frequently and on occasion up to 80 pounds.
May be required to perform specific tasks that involve climbing, lifting, pushing or kneeling.

Builders FirstSource is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, national origin, status as a protected veteran or status as an individual with a disability.

In compliance with the ADA Amendments Act (ADAAA), if you have a disability and would like to request an accommodation in order to apply for a position with Builders FirstSource, please call (214) 765-3990 or email: ADA.Accommodation@bldr.com. Please do not send resumes to this email address - it is intended only to be used to request an accommodation in submitting an application for a job opening.

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