Porter

Shoppa's Material Handling; Kansas City (MO); On-site; USD 30,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

Shoppa’s Material Handling in Kansas City, MO is seeking a dedicated Porter to support technicians in the shop, keep work areas clean, and assist with general duties. You will help with debris removal, move forklifts, and perform facility maintenance while upholding safety and Customer Satisfaction Standards.

The role offers hands-on learning about forklift systems and parts. A high school diploma or GED is required, and a clean driving record is preferred.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• Experience in tire shop/oil lube; mechanics background preferred.
• Clean driving record.
• Willingness to learn forklift repair topics.

Responsibilities

• Sweep, shovel or vacuum debris and keep work areas clean.
• Takes direction from Lead Technicians to resolve customer concerns.
• Promotes Customer Satisfaction Standards and safety rules.
• Maintain safety, escalate concerns to Leads as needed.
• Complete timely, neat service documentation if required.
• Move forklifts to various shop areas and assist with maintenance.

Skills

Dependable

Teamwork

Attendance

Adaptability

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

Family owned and operated since 1981, Shoppa’s Material Handling is one of the fastest growing and most successful material handling dealerships in the United States. We are proud to be an authorized dealer of Toyota Material Handling – the bestselling forklift brand in the world and a recognized leader in quality, durability, safety and innovation. Through our nine locations across Texas and Kansas City, MO, we provide a comprehensive array of products, services and integrated systems that help our customers streamline the storage and movement of their goods.

Job Summary

The Porter position is responsible for working in the shop supporting the technicians and maintaining the shop by sweeping, mopping, vacuuming, clearing debris throughout, empty trash, and other tasks as needed. This position requires you to assist with special projects or duties as assigned.

Essential Functions

• Sweep, shovel, or vacuum loose debris or salvageable scrap into containers and remove from work areas
• Takes direction from Lead Technicians regarding actions needed to resolve customer satisfaction concerns.
• Fully understands and promotes our Customer Satisfaction Standards.
• Responsible for following company safety rules as well as maintaining job site safety. Escalates any concerns to the Lead Technicians.
• Maybe required to complete necessary documentation relating to service in a timely, neat and accurate manner.
• Move forklifts to various areas in the shop.
• Must be able to help with facility maintenance, i.e., restrooms, breakrooms, etc.
• Will Drive a company vehicle when needed.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED
• Experience working in a tire shop, oil lube or training related to mechanics preferred
• Clean driving record
• Desire to learn about forklift repair including tires, battery/charging system and much more
• Dependable attendance and timeliness
• Ability to work well with others
• Able to work with frequent interruptions

Physical Demands And Working Conditions

The physical demands and working conditions requirement indicated below are examples of the demands that must be performed in carrying out the essential job functions.

Physical Demands

Sitting, standing, and walking (up to continuously); frequent use of computer and telephone requiring repetitive finger, hand, and arm movement; occasionally carry office supplies and other miscellaneous items up to 50 pounds. Continuous use of seeing, hearing, verbal communication.

Working Conditions

Work indoors and outdoors; exposure to temperatures commensurate with outdoor seasonal temperatures.

Shoppa’s Material Handling is an Equal Opportunity Employer, including disabled/veterans"; (b) "EOE/Disability/Vets"; or (c) "Shoppa’s provides equal employment opportunities to applicants and employees without regard to race; color; sex; gender identity; sexual orientation; religious practices and observances; national origin; pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions; status as a protected veteran or spouse/family member of a protected veteran; or disability."